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Outdoor activities in Lajes do Pico

Baía Azul - Whale Watching

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Rua dos Baleeiros
9930-143, Lajes do Pico

Lajes do Pico

Company dedicated to the provision of observation of large cetaceans. These mammals, living off the Azores, provide performances of rare beauty, which can be observed from boats.

Espaço Talassa -Whale Watching

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Rua dos Baleeiros
9930-143, Lajes do Pico

Lajes do Pico

The Azores are known as one of the best places in Europe to observe cetaceans. This company offers tours for the observation of whales and dolphins and even a small shop where you can gather information and reserve kayaks and bicycles.

Trilho Pedestre Caminho das Voltas (PR7)

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ER 1-2
9940, São Roque do Pico

Lajes do Pico

This small linear route begins near the miradouro da Terra Alta, located between the parishes of Ribeirinha and Santo Amaro and ends in the center of Santo Amaro, a former shipbuilding Center of the archipelago, where you can visit the Maritime Museum of Shipbuilding and the School of Arts and crafts.

Trilho Pedestre da Ponta da Ilha (PR3)

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Rua do Porto
9930, Lajes do Pico

Lajes do Pico

This trail begins near the Porto Calhau (Mercy), ends at the lighthouse of Manhenha and has a total length of 3:0. Always follows along the coast, much of the route follows an ancient path of fishermen in basaltic rock, popularly referred to as cookie and displays a higher degree of difficulty.

Trilho Pedestre na Calheta do Nesquim (PRC11)

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Largo do Terreiro Capitão Anselmo
9930, Lajes do Pico

Lajes do Pico

Small circular route that begins and ends in front of the Church of Calheta do Nesquim. This location has a great whaling tradition and a small bathing area. The route begins at Portinho da Feiteira and passes by the Acute Stone, the highest altitude and location that offers stunning views of the parish of Calheta and the entire East side of the island. The end is near Mourricão mill, passing by the Church.