Flores Island Hiking Tours

Explore some of the most extraordinary corners of the Azores on a hiking tour of the island of Flores. Viewpoints, cliffs, hidden waterfalls and many surprises await!

Routes

At the time of booking, you'll have the choice between five different hiking routes. All of them have a duration of four hours, start at 9:00 am and include hotel pickup & return transfer, minibus transportation as well as an English-speaking guide.

Four Lakes

This route includes an 8-kilometer walk that begins between the Caldeira Negra and Comprida lagoons, two volcanic lakes surrounded by native vegetation. From a viewpoint, you'll also see the Seca and Branca lagoons. Along the way, you'll observe species like camellias, lilies, prickly pears, and oleanders. The route will finish in Fajã Grande and Poço de Bacalhau, where you can take a dip.

Lajedo & Poço Ribeira do Ferreiro

This route starts in the village of Lajedo next to the parish church. It follows a 7.8-kilometer path through green meadows, with insights from your guide about the area, including the shipwreck of the RMS Slavonia. You will also visit Poço Ribeira do Ferreiro, a natural area with waterfalls.

Ponta Ruiva & Ponta Delgada

This hike begins from Ponta Ruiva and continues along the coastline for 8.5 kilometers, featuring steep cliffs and views of the island of Corvo. You will see the Chapel of São João Baptista before concluding at Ponta Delgada.

Ponta Delgada & Fajã Grande

This route departs from Ponta Delgada and covers 7.5 kilometers through green valleys, reaching various viewpoints to observe the Albarnaz Lighthouse, the island of Corvo, and the islet of Monchique, ultimately arriving at Fajã Grande.

Ponta Ruiva & Santa Cruz de las Flores

This option starts at Ponta Ruiva toward Alagoa, a bay known for its rock formations. The 8-kilometer route navigates through various crop fields, concluding at Santa Cruz de las Flores, a municipality in the north of the island.