Discover breathtaking waterfalls, cliffs, lakes, and nature trails in one of Portugal's most stunning landscapes.
Incredible waterfalls, lush green vegetation, impressive sea cliffs, majestic lakes, natural pools and beautiful walk trails, this is what you will find in this amazing nature and untouched landscape.
At best, only in your dreams you’ve dreamt of such incredible natural beauty. Without a doubt, one of the most impressive places in Portugal.
Aldeia da Cuada will be your “shelter home” for this adventure: a charming rural accommodation that showcases the island’s untouched natural beauty. This was an abandoned old village transformed into a new life yet keeping the same traditional stone cottages and the simplicity of its interiors, with total comfort, creating an idyllic retreat for nature lovers.
Here true luxury is nature itself and the time you will have for self-discovery.
Arrival to Flores airport and transfer to your accommodation. Sleep at Aldeia da Cuada.
Pick-up in the morning for Water Course Experience Guided Walk Tour from Ponta Ruiva to Fazenda de Santa Cruz (8 km, +200m) with picnic for the walk (private tour, starts at 09:00 and ends around 12.30). Today’s route offers a combination of coastal views and native vegetation.
There is a Museum at the beginning of the trail, followed by old rural paths, offering great moments of immersion into nature.
Drop-off at the accommodation or at the beach.
Sleep at Aldeia da Cuada.
Pick-up for a Canyoning Baptism (3H, group tour, morning activity), that includes 5 Rappels between 3 and 9 meters; 1 Jump (optional); 2 slides (natural slide). It's an excellent way to explore the waterfalls.
Drop-off at the accommodation.
Free afternoon to enjoy the hotel, or the beach.
Sleep at Aldeia da Cuada.
Pick-up for Corvo Island Experience.
In the morning, a boat will take you from Flores to Corvo (with a stop at the Caves and Waterfalls of Flores Island, that can be in the morning or when you return, as per indication of the skipper). When you arrive, a transfer will take you to an incredibly beautiful natural reserve - the volcano crater (“Caldeirão”) and guide you for this walk (5 km, +500m). The lagoon that was formed in this natural depression is 300 meters deep and occupies a perimeter of 3.7 km, with several small lagoons and almost a dozen river “islets”. A unique experience of both natural and geological beauty. After, you will walk down to the small center of Corvo and appreciate some local places, with time for you to enjoy your picnic. At 03:00 pm, return by boat to Flores.
Transfer to your accommodation.
Sleep at Aldeia da Cuada.
Pick-up in the morning for 4 Lagoas Experience Guided Walk Tour from Miradouro Lagoas Negra & Comprida, to Fajã Grande (8 km, +550m) with picnic for the walk (private tour, from 09 am to 12.30 pm). The trail starts at the Miradouro das Lagoas Negra and Comprida, offering a spectacular view of the first two lakes that will be explored. Along the route, you will pass other beautiful lagoons, such as Lagoa Seca and Lagoa Branca, with strategic stops to appreciate the serenity and natural beauty of each location. The route ends in the iconic Fajã Grande (more precisely at Cascata Poço do Bacalhau), the westernmost town in Europe, surrounded by majestic cliffs and stunning waterfalls, creating the perfect setting to end the tour.
Then, time to enjoy your picnic at Poço do Bacalhau or the beach. You can then walk to your accommodation.
Sleep at Aldeia da Cuada.
Pick-up in the morning for Ruins Experience Guided Walk Tour from Lajedo to Poço do Ribeiro do Ferreiro (8 km, +225m) with picnic for the walk (private tour, from 09:00 am to 12.30). Walk through the rural areas of the island, passing through the villages of Mosteiro and Ruína. Immerse yourself in the incredible beauty of Poço do Ribeiro do Ferreiro.
Then the guide can take you to Poço do Bacalhau, where you can enjoy a swim at the end of the activity, or if you prefer, a swim at the sea, right close by, for you to enjoy your picnic.
You can then walk to your accommodation.
Sleep at Aldeia da Cuada.
End of the tour and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
The ground on this tour can be quite steep and slippery in some areas. The activities on this tour are guided and it is up to you to decide your date of departure, we will be here!
PRICE
The price of the program is from 1800€ per person in a double room. Special seasons, single and solo traveller supplements apply.
INCLUDES
EXTRAS
Other meals; Extra Activities.
Couldn’t find what you were looking for? We would ♥ to reduce, increase, modify, change, and finally we can do the tour depending on your interests and availability. Contact us: info@welovesmallhotels.com.
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