Tour · Furnas

Furnas at night: hot springs and dinner

To see Furnas at night, the tour of 5 h 30 min to 6 h leaves from Ponta Delgada and combines the fumaroles of Lagoa das Furnas, a hot spring soak at Poça da Dona Beija and a dinner. The listing states an English and Portuguese-speaking guide.

Aerial view of the fumaroles and paths at Caldeiras das Furnas

The tour

What is the evening like, stop by stop?

First you visit the fumaroles of Lagoa das Furnas, the caldeiras, walked at night. Then comes Poça da Dona Beija, with its hot spring pools. After the soak there is dinner at a local restaurant and the trip back to Ponta Delgada, reaching your accommodation between five and a half and six hours after pickup.

What is included and what is not?

It includes pickup and return to your hotel, transport by minibus or coach, an English and Portuguese-speaking guide, and dinner. The menu described has a drink, a starter, the Furnas cozido as the main course and, for dessert, pineapple or Vila Franca queijadas with coffee or tea. Entry to the Poça da Dona Beija pools is not included and is paid separately.

Who is it right for?

It is a long outing, about six hours, with transport from the hotel included. The minimum age in the listing is 2 years. It is not wheelchair accessible. Bring a swimsuit and a towel, because the soak is part of the plan.

What if you would rather see Furnas by day?

This tour is at night and includes dinner. If you prefer a different time of day, the Furnas page describes the place. See the Furnas page for the area and the São Miguel page to combine it with other plans.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the night tour to Furnas?

Between 5 and a half and 6 hours, from pickup to the return to your accommodation.

Is entry to the hot springs included?

No. Entry to the Poça da Dona Beija pools is not included. Dinner is.

What is served for dinner?

The listing describes a drink, a starter, the Furnas cozido and a dessert of pineapple or Vila Franca queijadas, with coffee or tea.

What language is the guide in?

The listing states an English and Portuguese-speaking guide.

Until when can I cancel?

Free up to 24 hours before. With less notice or if you do not show up, there is no refund.