Visits to Algar do Carvão may be limited due to visitor center works
Open (14:00 - 18:00 summer/ 14:30 - 17:30 winter). October to April close Sunday, Monday and Thursday.
Have you ever imagined yourself inside a volcano? In this tour, guided by a geologist, we will visit Gruta do Natal (Christmas Cave) and Algar do Carvão. From here in the center of the island, depending on the weather we can choose to taste our famous local cheese while learning some of the region’s history or take a dip in one of our natural ocean pools along the way, bring a towel and a swimsuit.
The experience is a fully customizable private tour custom-made according to your personal needs and wishes.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Hotel Pick up and drop off
Geologist expert guide
Snacks
Infant's car seats
Entrance Fee to Gruta do Natal - €9.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
Entrance Fee to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
Meeting Points
Departure
Praça Velha
We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Important Note- The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.
Private Caves Tour with a Geologist
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Visits to Algar do Carvão may be limited due to visitor center works
Open (14:00 - 18:00 summer/ 14:30 - 17:30 winter). October to April close Sunday, Monday and Thursday.
Have you ever imagined yourself inside a volcano? In this tour, guided by a geologist, we will visit Gruta do Natal (Christmas Cave) and Algar do Carvão. From here in the center of the island, depending on the weather we can choose to taste our famous local cheese while learning some of the region’s history or take a dip in one of our natural ocean pools along the way, bring a towel and a swimsuit.
The experience is a fully customizable private tour custom-made according to your personal needs and wishes.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Hotel Pick up and drop off
Geologist expert guide
Snacks
Infant's car seats
Entrance Fee to Gruta do Natal - €9.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
Entrance Fee to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
Meeting Points
Departure
Praça Velha
We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
