Birdwatching on São Miguel island

4.5

Families

Seniors

Location: São Miguel, Portugal

Activity: Animals

Languages spoken: English, Portugese

Duration: 9 hrs

Difficulty: Easy

Meeting point:

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Highlights

The Azorean bullfinch (Pyrrhula murina) watching
Lunch in Vila do Nordeste (picnic)
Stop by the beach and port of Povoação
Stop along the shores of Lagoa das Furnas

All about the trip

We depart early towards Nordeste, to take advantage of one of the periods of greater activity of the most singular bird of the island of São Miguel: the Azorean bullfinch (Pyrrhula murina). Being one of the last and most extensive and important nucleus of native vegetation in São Miguel, the Serra da Tronqueira (Nordeste) houses a precious collection of botanical endemism. Associated with these, we can also observe great part of the passerines endemic to the Azores, which evolved alongside with the Laurisilva forest, one of them being the Azorean bullfinch. After the picnic lunch, we go to the village of Povoação in order to observe birds along the coast. In addition to gulls and terns, it is also possible to observe waders and herons. On the way to Ponta Delgada, we make a stop on the shores of Lagoa das Furnas, for a stroll through the banks that allows the observation of several species of birds from a holarctic origin, of various groups, with emphasis on some species of Anatidae. Return to Ponta Delgada is made by the South coast of the island.

What is included in the price

Transport
Picnic lunch
Monitoring by a guide from Picos de Aventura
Insurance (Personal Accident and Civil Responsibility)

What is not included in the price

Snacks and water

Instructions

Until 18 years must be accompanied by parents or guardians, or bring a written permission.

What to take with you?

Please bring binoculars, light jacket, an extra t-shirt or sweatshirt, snack, water, backpack, sunscreen and a hat. We recommend you to bring footwear suitable for walking (hiking boots) and comfortable clothing.

Itinerary

	08:00 – Picos de Aventura
	08:45 – Beginning of the birdwatching activity
	12:00 – Lunch in Vila do Nordeste (picnic)
	13:00 – Stop by the beach and port of Povoação
	14:30 – Stop along the shores of Lagoa das Furnas
	16:00 – Departure towards Ponta Delgada by the South Coast
	17:00 – Arrival at Ponta Delgada and end of the activity

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

Marina Pêro de Teive
Avenida João Bosco Mota Amaral
9500-771 Ponta Delgada

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Final destination:

Marina Pêro de Teive
Avenida João Bosco Mota Amaral
9500-771 Ponta Delgada

Cancellation Policy - Benevolent

Cancellation more than 4 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 48 to 96 hours prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the starting date. No refunds.

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