Located in the municipality of Povoação, in the south-eastern part of the island of São Miguel, lies the parish of Faial da Terra, hosting one of the most picturesque Azorean villages surrounded by exuberant nature and a lot of peace and tranquility. Here you will walk back in time, as you pass through the remote ancestral village of Sanguinho, pass beautiful orchards, follow forest trails and be led by the sound of trickling streams to the magnificent waterfall of Salto do Prego.
In this tour, which begins in the parish of Faial da Terra, you will walk along a beautiful river that will guide us through this charming village with its sensational orchards. You will continue your hike up through the forest, passing over wooden bridges and following your ancestors' footsteps over cobblestone roads, until You reach the magical waterfall of Salto do Prego – where you will take a break to rest, enjoy your picnic lunch and take a refreshing swim under the waterfall.
On the way back, you will pass through the old abandoned village of Sanguinho, which has been gradually recovering its charm and liveliness. Then, you will make a brief stop at the formidable viewpoint of Pico dos Bodes.
Lunch
