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Experience in apiculture and DE taste of honey

5.0 · 106 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Azores Operated by Apiário Margaridas Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
1h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Start & pickup
10:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Try beekeeping in Lagoa on former pasture replanted with native and nectar-producing species.

Protective equipment and a tasting of different honeys are included, but private transport is excluded. 5 from 106 reviews at €45 per person for 1h 30m.

In our comparison: #1 of 10 in Food & Wine, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €45 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Equipment DE protection of bees
  • DE tasting DE different types of honey from the Apiculture Margaridas
  • Private transportation

Children from €35 (ages 6 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.

Reviews

5.0
106 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 106 of 106

Star breakdown of all 106 ratings

5 stars
106 · 100%
4 stars
0 · 0%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the clear teaching, hive visit and honey tasting; some describe initial nerves around the bees.

Praised

  • Clear explanations of bee life, hive roles and the local ecosystem
  • Close views inside working hives, with chances to hold frames covered in bees
  • Tastings of local honey with distinct flavours
  • Protective gear and calm guidance that help visitors feel at ease
  • Engaging teaching for children as well as adults

Complaints

  • No recurring complaints; some visitors describe initial nerves around bees

Written by Guidekin from the 74 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (12 June 2024 to 25 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Lagoa towards Auga DE Pau: Follow the regional road no1. After passing the Termo DA Lagoa, pay attention to DE wooden plaque with the designation "Apiário Margaridas". At this point, turn left, climb through Canada to the end and then turn right to the parking lot. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
10:30 on Wed, Fri; scheduled through November 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Apiário Margaridas; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Children from €35 ages 6 to 12

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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From €45 per adult