Activities
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
,
Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration:2 hours
Do this because
Explore the historic center of Ribeira Grande on an electric bike ride
Marvel at the northern coast and the black sand Santa Bárbara Beach
Discover the main attractions with experienced and friendly guides
Pass by various watercourses surrounded by the sounds of nature
Learn about the culture, various stories, and traditions of this area
What to expect
This activity starts on the north coast of the island, near Areal de Santa Bárbara beach in the town of Ribeira Grande. At the starting point, you'll conduct a safety briefing and a demonstration of how to use the electric bicycle and all its functions, and then distribute the equipment. Once finished, you're ready to embark on this memorable adventure!You'll begin by heading directly to the ‘heart’ of Ribeira Grande, where you'll have the opportunity to pass through some of the parishes in this municipality. You'll learn the history, culture, and traditions manifested in geosites such as the ‘Fontanário da Ribeira Seca,’. You'll also observe the architecture of many ancient buildings, as the Espírito Santo Church, the building Paços do Concelho and the Bridge Oito Arcos.You'll continue the adventure surrounded by nature and accompanied by the sound of water from various springs that lead us to the Fajã do Redondo. At Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande, you'll explore the volcanic activity area, where you'll find hot water springs used by the spa and an area used for cooking “cozido”.Moving on to the next stop, the Coroa da Mata Viewpoint, you'll travel along secondary paths, enjoying panoramic views. You'll continue to explore the lush landscapes resulting from volcanic eruptions on the north coast of the island, passing by some Viewpoints. You'll return along a dirt path along the coast, observing the unforgettable landscape until you're back on the city streets.
What's included
Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
All necessary equipment
E-bike
First aid medical kit
Local guide
Insurance
What to remember
Not allowed:
Children less than 8 years of age
Know in advance:
A good physical condition is required for this tour
A minimum height of 1.50 meters (5 feet 11 inches) is required to use the electric bicycle
You'll traverse main public roads, designated hiking trails, agricultural pathways and protected landscapes. Therefore, kindly uphold the environment in respect by acting responsibly to guarantee its conservation
You'll be requested to provide some personal mandatory details of each participant (name - first and last, date of birthday (day/month/year for insurance) and height, after booking
Provider
F.Activities - Azores Adventure, Lda
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins