Private Caves Tour with a Geologist

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About this activity

Visits to Algar do Carvão may be limited due to visitor center works

Open (14:00 - 18:00 summer/ 14:30 - 17:30 winter). October to April close Sunday, Monday and Thursday.

Have you ever imagined yourself inside a volcano?

In this tour, guided by a geologist, we will visit Gruta do Natal (Christmas Cave) and Algar do Carvão. From here in the center of the island, depending on the weather we can choose to taste our famous local cheese while learning some of the region’s history or take a dip in one of our natural ocean pools along the way, bring a towel and a swimsuit.

The experience is a fully customizable private tour custom-made according to your personal needs and wishes.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: Portuguese, English
Operated by: Ricardo

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hotel Pick up and drop off
Included: Geologist expert guide

Not included

Not included: Snacks
Not included: Infant's car seats
Not included: Entrance Fee to Gruta do Natal - €9.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
Not included: Entrance Fee to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)

Itinerary

Gruta do Natal

one hour Admission not included

Lava tube, the cave spreads horizontally where you one can see small detailed lava forms. Some low ceiling areas that require care, so not recommended for those with mobility issues.
Furnas do Enxofre

30 min

Ground steaming area with sulfur vents, there is a small circular walking path to best view the unique flora and geology of the area.
Algar do Carvao

one hour Admission not included

Volcanic chimney, the cave spreads mostly vertically. One can appreciate the monumental wide rooms.
Stop 4

one hour

Rocky beach area from where you can see the southwest coast and, if the weather allows, São Jorge and Pico Islands.
Angra do Heroismo

Passing by

Important Note- The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.