Lagoa Tours can provide a great way to explore the area. There are plenty of activities to choose from, including boat trips, stand up paddle boards, and trips to the cave Benagil. The best part is that you can even book some of these excursions online. Depending on your interests, you can even combine activities with your accommodations.
Senhora da Rocha chapel
The Fort of Nossa Senhora da Rocha, also known as the Castle of Porches, is a historic fort in Lagoa, Portugal. It houses a chapel, which is of uncertain date. The fort is situated in the civil parish of Porches.
Praia da Marinha beach
Praia da Marinha is a secluded beach perfect for relaxing and family vacations. Its rocky outcrops and calm waters create a unique marine environment. This beach is renowned for being one of the most beautiful in Portugal. Despite its popularity, it remains relatively unspoiled and free of tourist crowds. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling or swimming without any worries.
Caldeira Velha
The thermal waters of Caldeira Velha are known for their therapeutic and medicinal properties. The water is a brownish orange color due to the iron that is present in the springs. The water is so rich in iron that it can be used to treat skin ailments. A permanent exhibition and interpretation center can also be found in the central building. The facility also offers a souvenir shop.
Benagil caves
There are several options available for visitors to visit the Benagil caves. One way is to go kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding. Both tours cost about EUR40 and last around an hour. If you don’t want to wait in line, you can also book a self-led tour to the caves. However, be aware that during peak season, these tours can get pretty busy.
Fatacil Fair
The FATACIL Fair is a celebration of the art, agriculture, commerce and tourism of the city of Lagoa. It was established in 1980 and is considered a pioneering initiative in the Algarve. Located near the main Algarve highway, FATACIL has become one of the largest festivals in the region.
Quinta dos Vales wine estate
If you’re looking for an exciting activity on the beach in Lagoa, consider a tour of the Quinta dos Vales winery. This 44-hectare winery is renowned for producing some of the best wines in the Algarve region. Many visitors come here every year, and it offers a variety of different experiences. This is one Algarve winery that emphasizes quality over quantity.
Sete Cidades walking trail
The Lagoa Tours Sete Cidadas walking trail has a few options for you. First, there’s the one-way option. This one-way walking trail goes around the crater, but is further from the lake and does not provide as many close-up views. After you’ve finished the trail, you can catch a taxi back to the starting point. Fortunately, there’s a taxi stand across the road from the parking lot.
Pico da Barrosa viewpoint
Lagoa Tours take you to the scenic Pico da Barrosa viewpoint, which is located about thirty minutes outside of Sao Miguel. This viewpoint offers a stunning view of the lake and the island’s highest crater lake, Lagao do Fogo. Because of its unique geology, the area has been declared a nature reserve by the government. On the return trip, you can visit the viewpoint da Lagoa do Fogo, which is much closer to the volcano.