Culture & Nature - Visit All Center of the Island
Overview
An experience that mixes incredible must see natural wonders:
Lagoa do Fogo volcano and lake, black sand beaches, Caldeira Velha hot springs tucked in the lust forest) with islands true culture and heritage: liquor and pineapple making and tasting, ceramics and tiles, old architecture.
If you did not have the time to read your guidebook and want to see as much as possible of the island in a day? This is a great choice and also a great way of soaking in your guide´s wisdom ant tips about the island, which will help you better plan your next days if you are staying longer. We suggest you to book this tour early on your trip!
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Entrance fee to Lagoa do Fogo is included. If you travel alone and without a guide you would have to pay the fee.
- Snacks Meals are not included but your guide can stop for coffee break
- Entrance fee to visit Caldeira Velha hot springs is not included (3€ per person / can be purchased on the day at the entrance of the natural park)
Meeting and Pickup
We pick up at any location on Ponta Delgada (including airport and cruise port), Lagoa, Ribeira Grande areas. Other locations are subject to request, you might need to meet us at a meeting point, or pay an extra fee. Please inquiry.Pick-up time: 9:30 AM (if you need a different pick up time please advise).Please note we drive a 5 seat vehicles SUV type, we can take up to 4 participants per vehicle if it suits your group.
What To Expect
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Lagoa do Fogo
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Centro de Interpretacao Ambiental Caldeira Velha
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ribeira Grande
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Praia do Areal de Santa Barbara
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Licores Mulher de Capote
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Vieira Ceramics Factory
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Caloura
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Agua de Alto
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arruda Pineapple Plantation
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nossa Senhora da Paz
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Culture & Nature – Visit All Center of the Island?
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Activity code: C-162350P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-01).
- Private transportation.
- Entrance fee to Lagoa do Fogo is included. If you travel alone and without a guide you would have to pay the fee.
- Snacks. Meals are not included but your guide can stop for coffee break.
- Entrance fee to visit Caldeira Velha hot springs is not included (3€ per person / can be purchased on the day at the entrance of the natural park).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Culture & Nature - Visit All Center of the Island is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Culture & Nature – Visit All Center of the Island will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Entrance fee to Lagoa do Fogo is included. If you travel alone and without a guide you would have to pay the fee.
- SnacksMeals are not included but your guide can stop for coffee break
- Entrance fee to visit Caldeira Velha hot springs is not included (3€ per person / can be purchased on the day at the entrance of the natural park)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
