Furnas Lake

Sao Miguel Island in Azores, Portugal is filled with vibrant lakes, volcanos, lush trails, hot springs, hydrangeas, and black sand beaches. Get insights into hidden coves untouched by time, trails that lead to the heart of the island, and gastronomic secrets that dance on the palate. Packed with insider tips, breathtaking imagery, and curated itineraries, this guide is your passport to an island less traveled✨ I share everything you need to know in organized lists, and how to split up your days on the island. You can expect: 🗺 Interactive google map with everything pinned (75 pins) ❓ FAQ and other tips (such as transportation and how to split your days/activities up on the island) 🥾 Hiking trails + waterfalls (AllTrails links included) 🔍 Viewpoints for simple yet insane sights (TripAdvisor links included) 🍲 Restaurants (menu linked when available) 🏝 Beaches 💧 Hot springs & Thermal baths 🛶 Tours with links (free options also listed) 🏨 Recommended accommodations (Includes budget, mid-range, and luxury options for the following regions: Ponta Delgada, Furnas, Ribeira Grande, and Sete Cidades) 📱 Useful apps & websites 📍 BONUS: 1 week recommended itinerary + 4 day recommended itinerary ____________________________________________ **I do make a small kickback at no cost to you on some of the tours and accommodations listed on this guide** Make sure to save this guide + tag me in your adventures @theguidedtravels. I know you’ll love the island as much as I did, and I would love to see where you decide to go(:

Known as the "Green Island", Sao Miguel is the largest and most populated island in the Azores. Filled with beautiful lakes, waterfalls, volcano craters and endless fields of hydrangeas, it's absolutely a stunning destination. By putting this guide together, I wanted to help you make the most out of your time in Sao Miguel. This guide includes 👉 Advice on getting to Sao Miguel 👉 Guidelines on renting a car 👉 12 Hotel recommendations (at least half of which I've personally visited) 👉 23 Places to explore 👉 9 Suggested excursions 👉 21 Restaurant and bar recommendations and so much more!

If you are looking for an ultimate DAY-TO-DAY winter guide across São Miguel, you are in the right place. There are all places for a 5 day road trip that we took in February. And it was amazing! 🔥 At the end of every day, you will find PLACES THAT WE DIDN'T VISIT, but they are worth visiting, and you can use this list to switch places if you need to. 🌿 All trail routes are also attached to save you time.