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São Miguel, Azores

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São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores archipelago, an autonomous Portuguese region situated in the North Atlantic Ocean roughly 1,500 km west of mainland Portugal. Known as the "Green Island," it is famed for its dramatic volcanic landscapes, including the twin crater lakes of Sete Cidades and the steaming geothermal hot springs of Furnas. Visitors come for hiking through lush calderas, whale watching in surrounding waters, and soaking in natural thermal pools. Its main city, Ponta Delgada, serves as the cultural and logistical hub of the archipelago, making São Miguel a popular base for exploring the wider Azores.

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São Miguel, Azores · 8 days

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Active Azores: Volcanoes & Ocean — Self-Launched

A self-launched, DIY version of Exodus's 8-day active Azores adventure on São Miguel island. Base yourself in Ponta Delgada, then hike volcanic craters at Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo, kayak the twin lakes, cycle forest reserves, whale-watch the Atlantic, and soak in the geothermal hot springs of Furnas and Caldeira Velha — all self-booked at a fraction of the guided group price. Includes rough per-person cost estimates for budget travellers; note that São Miguel is not a cheap destination and car hire/shuttle logistics matter.

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