AZORES: Atlantic zen and hot springs
8 days of ocean, volcanic hot springs, and relaxation in a private villa. You only get the thrill of nature and logistics planned to the smallest detail
Azores Adventures
Surfing
Catching Atlantic waves. Safe fun lesson with a board for any skill level
Crater lakes
Picturesque hike along Sete Cidades for the best views of lakes and ocean
Volcanic gastronomy
Cozido das Furnas lunch, slow-cooked for hours right in the hot volcanic soil
Thermal relaxation
Body restoration in natural open-air hot springs after active walks
Secret waterfalls
Hike through wild Azorean jungles to the water with a Jurassic Park vibe
Pineapple wine
Local wine tasting at the only real pineapple plantation in Europe
Atlantic zen, fully wrapped 'turn-key'
- 🗓8 days
- 🤘Band of 8 of our people
- 🌍Portugal, Sao Miguel island
- ⏰Wake-ups at ≈ 8 AM
- 📍Airport (start and finish)
- ✈️Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
🔒Deposit: €450
refundable / transferable
Words from real travelers
Pavlo is very organised and thoughtful; all these details: what to eat, when, and how? He's a bit of a control freak, but that was important to me when entering something new. It's brilliant when there's a person who loves and is passionate about this, yet also thinks about simple, everyday things. He is a fantastic 'child whisperer'; he enjoys playing with them, and they are thrilled and agree to do new, fun things with him.
I felt incredibly calm and confident with our guide Pavlo. Any questions, mine or the group's, were resolved perfectly. It allowed me to truly relax and immerse myself in the rest and exploration.
I've had several hikes with Pavlo. One of them was in the snowy, wet Carpathians. Long before the start, I knew everything about the gear: what I was wearing, what was in my backpack, what was planned, and what was for backup. And when we set off, everyone was heard. Constant check-ups on the team's condition, pauses to change clothes or for other needs. Thanks for preparing us for the unknown, which helped us enjoy the trip and the fantastic company.
Honestly, about this adventure
Physical Drive
Surf and green hikes without exhaustion, followed by relaxing hot springs
Level of Comfort
Zero spartan conditions: we return to a modern villa after the routes
Journey Pace
Island zen without rush: we leave time for long breakfasts and the ocean
Car rental, route searching, and bookings are our pain. We take on all the routine so you can just turn off your brain, look out the window at the ocean, and decide nothing
Instead of cramped hotel rooms, we rent a spacious house for our people. Proper lighting, design, and shared evenings in the living room — a space where it's pleasant to be and that you want to photograph
No need to be an athlete. Our hikes are more of an intense walk through beautiful jungles, not survival sports. The guide always adapts the pace to the group so everyone is comfortable
No random travellers. We gather an intimate company with shared values. It's a safe environment where you can find friends or simply stay comfortably silent
Itinerary
8 Days of Exploration
- Meet at São Miguel airport and transfer to our houses
- Get to know each other over a pleasant dinner 😋
≈ 15 mins travel
- Iconic viewpoints: Grota do Inferno and Vista do Rei
- Hide-and-seek at the abandoned Monte Palace
- Kayaking on Lagoa Azul 🛶
- Swimming in a natural pool with stunning cliff views
- Dinner in Ponta Delgada
≈ 1.5 hrs travel
- Hike and waterfall in Parque da Grená 🌳
- Watch our lunch (Cozido) cooking in the volcanic earth
- The lush Terra Nostra Park and thermal pools ♨
≈ 2 hrs travel
- Gorreana — Europe's oldest and most renowned tea plantation
- An unforgettable park filled with hydrangeas and waterfalls 😍
- Picnic at a dream viewpoint
- Surfing on a black volcanic beach 🏄♂️
≈ 1.5 hrs travel
- A powerful viewpoint overlooking a crater lake 💧
- The journey's main hike to the lake itself
- Well-deserved relaxation in the thermal springs
≈ 1.5 hrs travel
- Morning coffee with a local pastry in Povoação
- Hike the Trilho do Sanguinho trail, featuring a waterfall 🥾
- Picnic near the runway — watching the sunset and planes 🌅
≈ 2 hrs travel
- Mini-tour of an authentic pineapple plantation with a tasting of Europe's only pineapple wine 🍍
- Boat trip to spot whales and dolphins 🐳
- A cosy farewell dinner with surprises and gifts
≈ 1.5 hrs travel
- Final breakfast together
- Hugs and goodbyes
- Transfer to the airport
≈ 15 mins travel
The route stays flexible: weather or local surprises might shift it. The trip lead's top priority is always your comfort and safety 😌
Our cosy villa
Details
You fly to the islands, we take care of the rest
- ⭐ Payment divided into 3 installments
- ⭐ Deposit is refundable / transferable
🎒 Foundation of the trip
Your team leader: a caring guide who lived in the Azores, knows the island inside out, and helps 24/7
Cozy villa in Ponta Delgada: 7 nights in our cozy house with easy access to the town and evening restaurants
Own transport: private minibus with a driver for comfortable transfers anywhere
Delicious food: daily homemade breakfasts, hearty picnics, and two special dinners from the team leader at the villa
🌋 Wow-features, relax, and tickets
Ocean and craters: a surf lesson on a volcanic beach and a bike ride (or kayaks) around the Sete Cidades lakes
Thermal relax: entrance to the Terra Nostra hot springs and the atmospheric Poça da Dona Beija baths after hikes
Azorean jungles: tickets to the unique Parque da Grená with waterfalls and a pineapple plantation tour with wine tasting
Vibe and spontaneity: optional morning yoga for those who want it and our signature secret antics
Flights and insurance: flight to Ponta Delgada Airport on Sao Miguel island (PDL) and mandatory medical coverage for sports. We'll help find convenient flights if needed
Whales and dolphins (Option): whale watching boat trip (≈ €65). Those who stay on shore go on a cool hike with us
Dinners in restaurants (≈ €20/person): for 4 evenings we will test local gastronomy in local places, drinks excluded
Pocket money: personal whims, souvenirs, and coffee on the routes
Your guide and team leader
Pasha doesn't just lead the route — he creates an atmosphere you want to be in
Reads the team's mood and always knows when a coffee break is needed, and when — the final push to the summit
- Flexibility and experience: from the harsh Alps to the Atlantic Knows how to adapt the program to the weather and group dynamics so everyone is comfortable
- Comfortable pace: no sports aggression or racing Pasha always has a reserve of strength to help you and ensures no one feels like the «weak link»
- Zen and calm: thanks to Vipassana practice, handles any logistical force majeures with a cool head You can just exhale
FAQ
Azores FAQs
A basic level of fitness is ideal. This Azores journey features two main hikes, a surf lesson in the Atlantic, and active days, but without a gruelling athletic pace. If you can comfortably walk 10–15 km a day, you'll love it. We keep the Azores programme flexible, as the archipelago's weather loves to keep us on our toes
Booking your Vytivka is simple: 1️⃣ Leave a request on our website 2️⃣ We will send you all the details and answer any questions 3️⃣ Fill out a very short form and make a small initial deposit to secure your spot 4️⃣ Receive your Azores preparation checklist and get ready for the adventure!
— Up to 60 days before the journey starts — 100% refund — Between 59 and 32 days — you can use 100% of your deposit for any Vytivka journey within the next 12 months — 31 days or less — funds are non-refundable, as we will have already paid for accommodation, vehicle rentals, etc. (nevertheless, we will do our best to return as much as possible for you to use on another journey) — In the event of cancellation by Vytivka, 100% of the paid funds will be refunded or you will be offered a transfer to another date/journey
Almost everything you need for a fully immersive Azores experience: accommodation in a private house, transport across São Miguel island, breakfasts, picnics, shared dinners, kayaking on a crater lake or cycling, entry to the volcanic Parque da Grená, Terra Nostra hot springs and Poça da Dona Beija thermal baths, an ocean surf lesson, and a visit to an Azorean pineapple plantation. Flights, a few restaurant dinners, and optional whale watching are not included
The Azores are more about restoration, hot volcanic springs, the Sete Cidades crater lakes, the ocean, and a gentler pace of adventure. Madeira is more dramatic and intense, featuring canyoning and the rigorous Pico Areeiro–Ruivo trek. While the Azores also offer surfing and jungle hikes, the overall vibe is softer and more deeply connected to the ocean, complete with whale and dolphin watching in the Atlantic
Once you book, we'll send a comprehensive packing list, but the essentials include: trekking shoes or boots for volcanic trails, a high-quality raincoat (showers are common), a dark swimsuit for the Terra Nostra hot springs (the iron-rich water leaves a rust tint), sunscreen, and a small daypack for our island explorations
Yes, it's exceptionally well-suited. Most participants on our bespoke Azores journeys travel solo. The setup of a shared house, picnics by crater lakes, and a flexible itinerary quickly transforms an intimate group of up to 8 individuals into a tight-knit team
We select our hiking routes based on real-time weather conditions, not just a rigid paper itinerary. If the island's weather shifts, we seamlessly swap days or activities. Your experienced expedition leader constantly monitors the logistics, the pace of our intimate group, and safety on both the trails and in the Atlantic Ocean
8 days to remember what it's like to be in no rush
Gathering our people. Intimate group up to 8 people. Book your spot
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