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80€ full day
50€ half-day
FEEL THE VOLCANO + YOGA ITINERARY 
​We head to Furnas and visit the most active volcanic region on the island. Experience a nature walk along Furnas lake, followed by optional outdoors yoga by the lake or by the geysers. Have lunch by the lake, followed by a mineral water tasting and optional post-hike soak in our favorite hot springs. BOOK

​Held on Mondays or Wednesdays, depending on availability. Total experience duration approx. 8 hrs. Hike length can be adapted to group, generally about 2 or 3 km. Lunch, water tasting and hot spring soak available only for full day.

80€ full day
50€ half-day
LAKE WALK ITINERARY 
​Start the day with a majestic view over the Sete Cidades range and lakes (twin lakes), followed by scenic walk (about 2 km) on the shores of the lake, then light yoga by the shore and picnic lunch. We then continue with a scenic drive on the lake ridge and north shore of the island, with possibilities for stops at ocean hot springs. BOOK

Held on Mondays or Wednesdays, depending on availability. Total experience duration approx. 7 hrs. Half-day option doesn't include ridge drive or north shore tour. Experience is highly weather dependent, due to foggy mountain location. 

90€ full day 

Held on Mondays or Wednesdays, depending on availability. Fish options possible. Full vegetarian not possible. Total experience duration approx. 7 hrs.
VOLCANO COZIDO HIKE ITINERARY 
​We prepare this unique take on a meat stew and lower it into a volcanic vent in Ribeira Grande, where it will slow-cook for 6 hours. We then start our easy 3-hour (7.5 km) circular hike through a spectacular waterfall where you can swim (seasonal for most). Upon our return the traditional cozido picnic meal (just-lifted from the ground) will be waiting. Meal includes salad, main course + dessert, paired with local wines and served by the hosts on site or at minuvida orchard lodge. Hike includes steep inclines and stairs. Not recommended if you suffer from vertigo. BOOK ​
Held Mondays or Wednesdays, depending on availability. Total experience duration approximately 5 hours for half-day and 8 hours for full-day. Lunch, water tasting and hot spring soak available only for full day. ​

80€ full day 
​50€ half day​

FEEL THE VOLCANO + YOGA ITINERARY 
​Start at the top of the Furnas volcano with a 1.5 km steep and slippery descent through a magnificent forest to Furnas lake, where we  break for lunch. We then start a 5 km ascent to the top, with a silent meditative walk to catch your breath. Opportunities to extend experience with mineral water tasking and post-hike soak in our favorite hot springs. ​BOOK
RIDGE HIKE + OFFROAD ITINERARY Enjoy a 2-hour hike over some of the most scenic mountains on the island, featuring stops at several lakes and beautiful endemic mosses. See the stunning birds-eye view over Sete Cidades lakes (weather dependent) and finish it off with a offroad drive over the famous caldera ridge road with possibilities for stops at ocean hot springs. BOOK

80€ full day ​

Held on on Mondays or Wednesdays, depending on availability. Total experience duration approx. 7 hrs. Experience is highly weather-dependent, due to foggy mountain location.

​80€ full day

Held on on Mondays or Wednesdays, depending on availability. Lunch included. Total experience duration approx. 7 hrs. ​
NORTH SHORE HIKE ITINERARY 
​Hike ridges and cliffs, cross rivers and swim in waterfalls (or on the beach) in this 10- to 14 km hike option on the north shore Maia region. We will stop mid-hike to enjoy our packed lunch. You will push your limits on steep descents and ascents, but will feel the reward of accomplishing your goal. You can finish the day with a cold beer at a local hangout. BOOK

​​​90€ full day

Groups of 6 minimum. Highly weather dependent. Picnic lunch included. 
PICO DA VARA HIKE ITINERARY 
​Conquer the tallest mountain on the island, Pico da Vara, at 1105 meters. The hike only about 7 km long, but it is a steady uphill, then a steady downhill coming back with the added challenge of possible wind, fog and rain. It's a real mountain. At the top, if the weather gods allow, you will see stunning views over the Povoação region, on the South shore, all the way to the ocean and also sweeping views over the entire island, from east to west. Hike features several passages over high gorges and canyons. This is a protected area, so please respect the surrounding natural preserve, home to the highly endangered Azorean bullfinch. BOOK ​​​
I have a QUESTION

​Experiences can be purchased independently of stay at minuvida orchard lodgebut why would you do that? Experiences catered to groups – and can be shortened or expanded. Hotel pick up and transportation and creative Azorean meal options available. Experiences not suitable for children under 12. Group discounts available. Cash, PayPal and major credit cards accepted. Capacity limited to six people. Outdoors experiences weather-dependent but we will do our best to notify participants with sufficient notice if a cancellation is warranted.

FIND THE TRUE AZORES 

LOCATED IN A TRADITIONAL ORCHARD on the slopes of the Fogo volcano quinta minuvida is your perfect homebase to explore São Miguel. Book a stay plus host-led curated experiences. During your stay your can also sign up for yoga classes.