Caminhada Calheta de Nesquim • Dia Inteiro
Adventure Details
Embark on a 7-hour boat adventure around Calheta de Nesquim and its surrounding areas, offering a medium level of difficulty. Discover the countryside life on a small island in the middle of the Atlantic and learn about its historical ties to whaling. The tour includes a 1 hour and 15-minute van ride to the traditional settlement, where the first official Azorean whaling company was founded in 1876. Starting at a fishing harbor with restored whaling boats, the hike will take you through natural pools, ancient paths, gardens, forests, and more. Learn about the manual and rudimentary whale hunting practices that were once a part of the local community identity. The trail also passes by a traditional whale lookout, now used for whale and dolphin watching experiences. The tour concludes in Lajes do Pico, the largest settlement in the south of the island and known as the capital of whale culture, with a visit to the famous whalers museum. Included in the tour are pick-up and drop-off in Madalena, a guide, a light meal, insurance, and recommendations for what to bring, such as a backpack, comfortable clothes, hiking shoes, waterproof jacket, swimming suit and towel, hat, sunscreen, water, and snacks. Immerse yourself in the history and nature of Pico Island on this educational and adventurous boat excursion. - Explore the countryside life on a small island in the middle of the Atlantic - Learn about the historical ties to whaling and the local community identity - Enjoy hiking through natural pools, ancient paths, and a traditional whale lookout TLDR - 7-hour boat adventure with medium difficulty level - Explore the countryside and historical ties to whaling on Pico Island - Tour includes pick-up, guide, light meal, insurance, and recommendations on what to bring
Damage Deposit
Your payment method will be charged a damage deposit of EUR 0.00 24h prior to your rental. Pending any damages, the damage deposit will be returned 48h post rental. This damage deposit secures the host if the boat is damaged during your rental. The damage deposit must be taken from the same card that the booking was made on. Questions? Contact us by clicking on the blue support button.
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