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Half Day Tour - Algar do Carvão Lava Route

213 activities · Portugal

Terceira, Portugal, has 213 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Algar do Carvão, Furnas do Enxofre. Also worth exploring nearby: Angra do Heroísmo, Praia da Vitória.

01Things to do

Must-see places

2 places
Algar do Carvão | voooya

Algar do Carvão

Natural monument

Furnas do Enxofre | voooya

Furnas do Enxofre

Natural monument

02Activities to book

The best experiences in Terceira

213 in the catalogue
Underground Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island | voooyaFree cancellation
The Best of Terceira Island Full Day Tour | voooyaFree cancellation
Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island | voooyaFree cancellation
Wines and Moonshines of Terceira | voooyaFree cancellation
Island Van Tour (Full Day) | Terceira Island | voooyaFree cancellation
ride a volcano - go to the gardens in the woods | voooyaFree cancellation
Half Day Terceira Island Tour by 4x4 | voooyaFree cancellation
West Coast Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island | voooyaFree cancellation
Terceira Island Airport Transfer | voooyaPrivate tour
Terceira Island Highlights with Local Guide | voooyaFree cancellation
Private Caves Tour with a Geologist | voooyaPrivate tour

03Explore nearby

Nearby cities

2 cities

Popular activities · Terceira

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East Coast Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island | voooyaFree cancellation
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Terceira Island Food Experience: Full-Day Tour | voooyaFree cancellation
Terceira Island: Swimming with Dolphins + Snorkeling | voooyaFree cancellation
BEST VIEW TOUR(Full Day Private Tour) | voooyaPrivate tour

Frequently asked questions about Terceira

What is there to do in Terceira?

Terceira has 213 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Underground Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island », « The Best of Terceira Island Full Day Tour », « Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island ».

What are the top-rated activities in Terceira?

According to traveller reviews: « Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour » (5.0/5, 257 reviews) ; « Wines and Moonshines of Terceira » (5.0/5, 62 reviews) ; « Terceira Island Highlights with Local Guide » (5.0/5, 33 reviews).

What are the must-see places in Terceira?

Not to be missed in Terceira: Algar do Carvão, Furnas do Enxofre.

Can you cancel an activity in Terceira for free?

Usually, yes: 24 of the 24 most popular activities in Terceira offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.

What is there to visit near Terceira?

Close to Terceira: Angra do Heroísmo, Praia da Vitória.

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Half Day Tour - Algar do Carvão Lava Route

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5.0(4)· Terceira· By Azores On Route

Duration

3 h

Language

Portuguese, English

Guidance

Guide

Group

Up to 26 pers.

Booking

Instant confirmation

Lead time

Book up to 1 day before departure

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Tickets

One per booking

Cancellation

Free cancellation available

From €54.90 per person

1 to 15 travelers per booking.

1 × Adult × €54.90€54.90
Total€54.90

Overview

Explore the geology of Terceira Island, a true jewel sculpted by the force of volcanoes over millennia. Feel the tranquility of Lagoa das Patas and the amazing cryptomerias. Walk through the lava tube of the Gruta do Natal, an excellent way of travelling through the formation of the island. Experience the volcanic activity of the Earth's interior on a visit to Furnas do Enxofre. Go on an adventure to Algar do Carvão, one of the few visitable volcanoes in the world. Currently open with restricted access due to maintenance work. Every step you take on Terceira Island is a journey deep into the origin of the Earth, where Nature is in perfect harmony.

What's included

  • ✓Certified guide by the Azores Regional Government
  • ✓Entrance tickets to the Gruta do Natal and Algar do Carvão (€15 per person)
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle

Available options

Choose your option when you book.

Half Day Tour - Algar do Carvão Lava Route

from €54.90

Pickup included

English, PortugueseThis is our store, right in front of São Pedro church. If that is your choice, it will be the starting point for your tour.

Itinerary

  1. A Lagoa das Patas é um local de tranquilidade e beleza natural. Cercada por uma vegetação exuberante, essa lagoa é um refúgio para quem busca paz e um contato direto com a natureza. A paisagem serena, com águas calmas e cristalinas, oferece um cenário perfeito para caminhadas e momentos de contemplação. Além de sua beleza cênica, a lagoa também é um excelente ponto para a observação da fauna e flora locais, tornando-se um destino imperdível para os amantes da natureza.

    · 20 min
  2. Gruta do Natal

    A Gruta do Natal é uma impressionante formação geológica resultante da atividade vulcânica. Trata-se de um tubo lávico, que pode ser explorado por dentro, oferecendo uma experiência única de imersão na história geológica da ilha. A gruta é um excelente exemplo de como a lava moldou a paisagem da região ao longo dos séculos. A visita ao local permite conhecer as formações rochosas e os diferentes detalhes das paredes vulcânicas, tornando-a uma parada fascinante para os interessados em geologia e na natureza açoriana.

    · 25 min· Admission included
  3. Furnas do Enxofre

    As Furnas do Enxofre é um campo fumarólico conhecido pelas suas fumarolas, fontes termais e águas sulfurosas, que emanam de fissuras no solo, criando um ambiente único. O local tem um forte cheiro de enxofre, devido à atividade geotérmica, e é um excelente ponto para observar a energia natural da Terra. Além de seu valor geológico, as Furnas do Enxofre oferecem um passeio fascinante, onde os visitantes podem explorar trilhas, respirar o ar quente e sentir a força da atividade vulcânica no coração da ilha.

    · 25 min
  4. Algar do Carvao

    O Algar do Carvão é um dos vulcões mais fascinantes e raros do mundo. Trata-se de um algar formado por uma erupção vulcânica que ocorreu há milhares de anos. A descida ao interior do Algar permite explorar suas impressionantes formações geológicas, como estalactites de sílica, além de uma vegetação única que cresce nas suas paredes. Este lugar oferece uma experiência única de imersão na terra, permitindo aos visitantes uma verdadeira viagem ao centro da atividade vulcânica, em um ambiente natural preservado e impressionante.

    · 40 min· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

Pickup points: Hotel, Place (16 stops served).

Pickup about 15 min before departure.

Choose a pickup location

Pick up service included in accommodation units in the center of Angra do Heroísmo. For other locations, it is applied an extra charge.

Meeting point

This is our store, right in front of São Pedro church. If that is your choice, it will be the starting point for your tour.

The return is at the same place.

What to know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This activity can accommodate a maximum of 26 travelers.
  • You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Infant (0-5 years)Child (6-10 years)Adult (11-99 years)

1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.

At least one adult required per booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • From 1 days before : 100% refunded
  • From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 5493102P10

Activity offered by Azores On Route via Viator.