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HIKE • Salto do Prego – Sanguinho – In this tour, which begins in the parish of Faial da Terra, we will walk along a beautiful river that will guide us through this charming village with its sensational orchards. Continuing our hike up through the forest, we’ll pass over wooden bridges and cobblestone roads until we reach the magical waterfall of Salto do Prego. Here, we’ll take a break to rest, enjoy our picnic lunch, and take a refreshing swim under the waterfall.
On the way back, we will pass through the old abandoned village of Sanguinho, which has been gradually recovering its charm and liveliness.
After our stop at the formidable viewpoint of Pico dos Bodes, we offer three options to continue the tour. You can enjoy a refreshing dive in Povoação / Ribeira Quente, take a cozy bath in the Thermal Springs of Furnas (at an extra cost), or simply take the time to wander and explore the area.
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This tour is available in the months of November to May. Please contact us for other availability.
Full Day = 8 hours
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4,5 KM
Full Day = 8 hours
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Embark on a scenic adventure through Faial da Terra and Sanguinho, and discover the beauty of Salto do Prego waterfall on our hiking tour. Follow cobblestone roads and wooden bridges, and take a refreshing swim under the waterfall. With options to visit Pico dos Bodes viewpoint or enjoy a dip in Povoação/Ribeira Quente or Thermal Springs of Furnas, this tour offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Located in the municipality of Povoação, in the south-eastern part of the island of São Miguel, lies the parish of Faial da Terra, hosting one of the most picturesque Azorean villages surrounded by exuberant nature and a lot of peace and tranquillity. Here we will walk back in time, as we pass through the remote ancestral village of Sanguinho, pass beautiful orchards, follow forest trails and be led by the sound of trickling streams to the magnificent waterfall of Salto do Prego.
NOTE: All our Hiking Tours are considered to be Full Day tours which include; Pick-up and Drop-off from / to your place of accommodation, Break time to enjoy a picnic lunch (provided), a couple of hours of hiking and time to swim and relax at the end of the tour.