Terceira Island: Algar do Carvão - The caves Tour

Explore the iconic volcanic cavities on a tour of Terceira Island. Visit the Algar do Carvão Natural Monument and discover the earth’s womb. Experience nature in its purest state!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lagoa Das Patas - The Lagoa das Patas [Duck Lake] Forest Reserve is in the interior of Terceira Island and gets its name from a beautiful artificial lake, fed by the water flowing from the Serra de Santa Bárbara range. The lake is surrounded by azaleas, hydrangeas and other bushes and trees. A recreational park was created from a small wood of Japanese red cedar, so that visitors can enjoy the spot in comfort.
What's Included
  • Entry fees in Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal (15€/pax)
  • On-board WiFi
  • Pick up and drop off at listed hotels
What's Not Included
  • Minimum of 5 people to do the bus tour, Otherwise, it will be in a minivan.
  • Pick up and drop off at non listed hotels, It is possible, but an extra fee of €30 applies.
Additional Information

Have you ever imagined visiting the womb of the earth? Well, by opting for this tour that is precisely what you will do, discovering the most emblematic volcanic cavities on the island of Terceira. The tour starts at 2pm at Alto das Covas (meeting point) in Angra do Heroísmo and should end around 5pm passing through:

Lagoa das Patas, we visit the leisure park, the lagoon and the river, in the company of the ducks; (30 min)
Gruta do Natal, we visit the lava tube where it is necessary to use a helmet; (30 min)
Furnas do Enxofre, a short walk through nature, admiring the breathing land; (30 min)
Algar do Carvão, without a doubt, the ex-libris of Terceira Island. (45min)
Glimpse, feel and experience nature in its purest state!
Tickets to Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal (15€/pax)

  • Water and sunscreen on sunny days, is recomended.
  • Minimum of 5 people to do the bus tour, Otherwise, it will be in a minivan.
Location
Alto das Covas
It is a square where you will find a school. Please wait in front of the school. Thanks.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Ewald_w
Jul 25, 2024
Very informative, excellent guide, great intro to the third Island! - Filipe is a fantastic guide providing great insight throughout the tour on Terceira and at the 4 locations where we stopped. We, a family including two boys of 14 and 17, had a great time and participated at our second day on the island, perfect introduction. Sufficient time at the four locations. Took a bit more than three hours in total.
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Sue_b
May 29, 2024
Well worth it. Not to be missed - Algar do Carvao well worth the time. Even though a windy rainy day it is not too bad in volcano cave and something not to be missed.
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Katherine_c
Apr 15, 2024
Fabulous experience-highly recommend! - Our guide Felipa took us to 4 very different locations on the island; a beautiful above ground park, an area of thermal vents, inside a lava tube and inside a volcano. It was amazing. Felipa was knowledgeable and experienced and added so much to our experience. She guided us through some areas and left us to explore on our own in others--always ready to answer questions and add tidbits to the experience. What an amazing afternoon! Highly recommend!
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John_h
Apr 9, 2024
Great way to see the caves! - Our guide was wonderful. Friendly, informative, and we would definitely take another tour with him. We.had a lot of fun!
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L1215frhelenc
Dec 21, 2023
Land tour with the jeep ride to see Terceira Island - We had a full day tour in Terceir Island with Antonio ( our tour guide) from the Pro Island tour. He was amazing person n very friendly. He is also quite knowledgeable about the history. We had a great time visiting the Algar de Cavao n the natural pool with roaring waves. These two sites are magnificent n a must to see if you visit Azores, Portugal ( Terceira Island). The rainy days didn't dampen our enthusiasm at all.
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Armandas16
Oct 19, 2023
Wonderful! - Everyone should take this tour. The guide is fantastic: kind and very knowledgeable. Everything very well organized. Very pleasant and panoramic means of transport.
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Karlalorena_p
Aug 24, 2023
Cool places - Great experience, great views! Algar do Carvão is definitely a must!!! The tour guide was knowledgeable and took his time stopping during the drive to cool things.
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Nabaisjonathan
Aug 16, 2023
What a nice moment! - Felipe is a really nice person, we had a wonderful time with hilm! And we were alone during the trip, so it helped a lot to talk and learn even more on Terceira! I strongly recommend to do this tour and then do other walks by yourself for hiking or else. Best
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Charliecm7902ac
Aug 12, 2023
Best day of our Terceira stay - Phillipe our guide, was amazing, switching between 3 languages and keeping it fun. So knowledgeable and told us loads about the island and its history too. Highly recommend this trip
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Claudeph7558nw
Jan 17, 2024
Horrible - It’s not wow! 10€ entry to see just one hole in 2 minutes is a lot to pay...I advise you to go to Zakynthos instead where the landscapes and caves are breathtaking and free.
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