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title: "Chasing Waterfalls in the Azores: Nature Tour"
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type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 85
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.9
reviews: 39
duration_minutes: 480
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Chasing Waterfalls in the Azores: Nature Tour

**Guidekin's take:** A small group day that follows the rivers of São Miguel to six waterfalls, watermills and hidden valleys away from the usual route, with short walks and a picnic lunch included. Moderate fitness is needed and bottled water is not provided. 4.9 from 39 reviews at €85 per person for 8h.

## Overview

Follow São Miguel's rivers and waterfalls on a small-group nature tour through some of the island's most beautiful and unspoiled landscapes. Venture beyond the usual sightseeing routes and discover six unique waterfalls, lush forests, hidden valleys, and historic watermills that reveal the island's deep connection to water.

Designed for nature lovers and active travelers, this experience combines short walks, breathtaking scenery, and a deeper exploration of São Miguel's wild side. Along the way, enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature and, when conditions allow, opportunities to experience the island's refreshing natural waters.

Travel in the comfort of a modern 100% electric van and enjoy the personal attention of a local guide in a group limited to just 8 guests. With more walking, more immersion, and more time in nature, this tour offers a completely different perspective on the Azores.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 35 pickup points
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Enjoy a picnic lunch
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age 6+: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 35 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €85 per person
- Duration: 8h
- Rating: 4.9/5 from 39 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Pure Azores
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-02

## Reviews

4.9 from 39 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 38 of 39.

- 5 stars: 36 (92%)
- 4 stars: 2 (5%)
- 3 stars: 1 (3%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the waterfalls, informative guides and picnic lunches; some find the steep hiking demanding.

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable, friendly guides explain the island's nature and history
- Waterfalls and forest scenery are highlights of the hikes
- Patient guides adapt the pace and help on difficult trail sections
- Picnic lunches with local food praised for taste

**Complaints:**
- Some find the hikes manageable, while others report steep, strenuous sections

Written by Guidekin from the 32 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-08-30 to 2026-09-22); last checked 2026-10-07.

## What's included

- Tour Guide
- Enjoy a picnic lunch

## Not included

- Bottled water

## Itinerary

1. **Cascata do Limbo** (52m) - Walk from a small waterfall, along a water stream until a sand beach
2. **Trilho Moinho do Felix - Cascatas** (1h 22m) - Hike on some of the best trails of the island, surrounded by dense vegetation
3. **Praia da Viola** (35m) - If you feel like jumping in the water and swim in this beautiful beach, we’re not going to stop you!
4. **A hidden mountain reservoir where waters meet the deep forest—a true sanctuar...** (47m) - A hidden mountain reservoir where waters meet the deep forest—a true sanctuary of peace and island engineering.
5. **Salto do Cabrito** (45m) - is a stunning 40-meter waterfall framed by towering, moss-covered cliffs and lush vegetation. Visitors can admire the falls from a unique industrial catwalk that winds through the canyon or take a refreshing dip in the clear, shallow pool at its base.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

Pickup points listed by the operator: 35

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

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