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Follow a forested stream to Salto do Prego, visit the abandoned village of Sanguinho, then spend the afternoon among Furnas’ fumaroles and thermal pools. This full-day guided hike blends coastal views, volcanic landscapes and a relaxing soak.
Follow a forested stream to Salto do Prego, visit the abandoned village of Sanguinho, then spend the afternoon among Furnas’ fumaroles and thermal pools. This full-day guided hike blends coastal views, volcanic landscapes and a relaxing soak.
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Operated by Fun Activities - Azores Adventure · Faial da Terra, São Miguel
Morning mist threads through the laurel forest as the trail narrows and a stream begins to sing beneath your boots. Starting in Faial da Terra, the route follows wooden bridges and orchard clearings, the air carrying citrus and damp earth, until the Salto do Prego waterfall appears—a vertical sheet of basalt-fed water pooling in a dark basin where a quick dip is possible on warm days.
moderate.
8 hours.
Moderate fitness: comfortable with sustained uphill walking and uneven terrain for several hours.
The route is rated moderate: sustained uphill sections and uneven footing but no technical climbing; guides set the pace for the group.
No—entrance to Terra Nostra Park or Poça da Dona Beija is paid locally and not covered by the tour price.
Yes when conditions are safe; the guide will advise. Bring swimwear and be prepared for a cold mountain pool.
Pickup and drop-off are included as noted in the tour inclusions—confirm your pickup point when booking.
Sanguinho was a small agricultural settlement; many stone houses were gradually abandoned as residents moved to larger towns. Furnas has been shaped for centuries by geothermal activity used for cooking and bathing.
Trails pass through fragments of laurisilva—stay on marked paths to protect sensitive flora and avoid introducing foreign seeds; support local operators that follow Leave No Trace principles.
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