1-Day Pico Mountain Trek from Madalena with Summit Sunset Views
About This Tour
Go on a full-day trek to Pico, Portugal's highest volcanic mountain, from Madalena. Enjoy the breathtaking views from the summit across four islands - Terceira,...
Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: No · City: Pico Island · Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Know before you go: This activity is ideal for keen walkers and is not recommended for people with knee or heart problems.; It is essential to inform us if you have any health restrictions or if you have been diving in the last 30 hours.; On request, children younger than 12 years can join the private tour.; It is the responsibility of each participant to be equipped according to our recommendations.; Mountain access can be denied to persons who are not adequately equipped.
About Pico Island
Pico Island
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What's Included
- Certified Pico mountain guide
- Hiking poles
- Ascent fees
- Light meal (sandwich, cereal bar, water, juice, fruit and dried fruit)
- Insurance (personal accident and liability)
Not Included
- Extras
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Trek to the Summit of Pico Mountain
Meet your tour guide in Madalena and drive to the starting point of Mount Pico, the highest active volcanic mountain in Portugal, which is currently dormant. Begin the trek from the starting point of Mount Pico and enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the way. Trek through volcanic pits, craters and cones, an eruptive fissure, pyroclastic deposits and fumaroles, and wander through the only alpine habitat of the Azores. Arrive at the top of the mountain, enjoy a picnic lunch, and take in views of four islands in the region: Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge and Faial. Descend the mountain and watch the beautiful sunset. Travel back to your accommodation in Madalena and relax. Total trek duration: 8 hours
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Casa da Montanha, Madalena, Portugal · Tour start: Madalena, Portugal — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
