Carvão Cave and Gardens

Duration: 4h

Type of Activity: Guided Tour

Final Destination: Ilha São Miguel

Departure Time: 09 a.m. and 02 p.m.

Unearth the beauty, breathe the tranquility

From €49

Explore with us the biodiversity and geodiversity of São Miguel Island. Start by visiting two of Ponta Delgada’s main botanical gardens, Jardim António Borges and Jardim José do Canto, where you’ll find impressive centennial trees, peaceful walking paths, and tranquil lakes that invite you to slow down and enjoy nature at its finest.

Continue the tour with a visit to Gruta do Carvão, the only volcanic cave on São Miguel open to the public. Classified as a Regional Natural Monument, this fascinating lava tunnel offers a unique glimpse into the island’s volcanic origins, with its striking rock formations and geological textures. This is a perfect tour for those who appreciate nature, history, and the quiet beauty of the Azores

Points of Interest

Winter Schedule

Tuesdays (PM), Wednesdays (PM), and Saturdays (PM)

From 1 October to 31 March

Summer Schedule

Tuesday (AM), Wednesdays (AM) and Saturdays (PM)

From 1 April to 30 September

Dates Exceptions

1 January | Shrove Tuesday | Easter Sunday | 1, 24, 25, and 31 December

Includes

Wine Museum + Tasting, Cave “Gruta do Natal” and Algar do Carvão

Things to Bring

Suitable footwear (waterproof and with good support), Hat (optional), Sun cream, Comfortable clothing, Lightweight or waterproof jacket, Rucksack and Water

Price

Children from 6 to 10 years old - 50% discount

Children from 0 to 5 years old - Free