Hiking in the Azores Islands
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
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Trip Type: Hiking & Camping
Duration: 4 hours
Explore trails in unique environments in various places of the island, characterized by different degrees of difficulty. A lot of information about the Natural and Cultural heritage of the island is given during the walking. Understand the ecology and geology of the island, and learn to identify the endemic plants and animals of the island as one of the main goals. See 4 walking trails to remember.
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Explore trails in unique environments in various places of the island, characterized by different degrees of difficulty. A lot of information about the Natural and Cultural heritage of the island is given during the walking. Understand the ecology and geology of the island, and learn to identify the endemic plants and animals of the island as one of the main goals. See 4 walking trails to remember.
The Azores Islands are truly a walker's paradise. From old dirt paths, forests, coastal areas and small fruit orchards to towering cliffs emerging from the Atlantic, walkers are offered with unique environments, landscapes and perspectives of the islands. If you are lucky enough, it is possible to see on the horizon, São Jorge, Pico and Graciosa island.
The landscape is full of sleeping volcanoes with magnificent calderas of several dimensions exhibiting the amazing power of nature.
The pure and unique Azorean laurel forest, a living fossil of the Tertiary, is all around with its luxurious sub-tropical ambiance.
During the walk an experienced and professional Nature Guide will give information about the ecology, geology and wildlife for a better understanding and knowledge of the Azorean Natural Heritage. The pace is slow so you can enjoy, relax and enjoy the breathtaking views.
The landscape is full of sleeping volcanoes with magnificent calderas of several dimensions exhibiting the amazing power of nature.
The pure and unique Azorean laurel forest, a living fossil of the Tertiary, is all around with its luxurious sub-tropical ambiance.
During the walk an experienced and professional Nature Guide will give information about the ecology, geology and wildlife for a better understanding and knowledge of the Azorean Natural Heritage. The pace is slow so you can enjoy, relax and enjoy the breathtaking views.
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