Natural pools of clear waters, located next to the parque de campismo da Calheta, just 30 metres from the sea. Offers fantastic panoramic views over the islands of Pico and Faial. In addition to some nice dives, you can practice sport fishing and diving.
This islet plan with about twenty hectares of extension was classified as Partial Natural Reserve in 1984. The whole island and the adjacent coast were classified as a Special Protection area due to the importance of its avifauna. Here can be found several species, with emphasis on the common tern cagarro, garajau – rosado and angelito. Access is prohibited but, for those who want to see, just go to the viewing point of the tip.
This area is protected due to the diversity and richness of its marine avifauna. Here the common tern nests, garajau – rosado, angelito and the frulho.
This magnificent lagoon, of great natural beauty, presents very hot water, being popular with swimmers and sunbathers. It is thanks to this pond the fajã was classified as site of international importance under the RAMSAR Convention on Wetlands of international importance as Waterfowl Habitat. To get to this area, access is pedestrian only.
