
HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour)
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 29 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) worth booking?
HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) is a 8-hour experience in Terceira, Portugal, from $171 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (29)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $171 per person
Private tour and the time to end depends on you, no rush at all! This tour is perfect for you that want to feel the nature in one full day! Make two trails in one day! In the easy way! know all the trails in this fantastic island has to offer and discover more trails create by us. Come with us and see beautiful hiking trails in our unique landscapes. Choose the trails that fits best on you. Always surrounded by green, volcanic and ocean scenery with beautiful cliffs. If you want to know more information about this tour, please contact us by email.
What you get
About this experience
Private tour and the time to end depends on you, no rush at all! This tour is perfect for you that want to feel the nature in one full day! Make two trails in one day! In the easy way! know all the trails in this fantastic island has to offer and discover more trails create by us. Come with us and see beautiful hiking trails in our unique landscapes. Choose the trails that fits best on you. Always surrounded by green, volcanic and ocean scenery with beautiful cliffs. If you want to know more information about this tour, please contact us by email.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Professional photographer guide
- Hotel our Airport pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Food and drinks
- All Fees and Taxes
- Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Azores Expeditions
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 29 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Physical effort
7 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
29 verified traveler reviews for HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Hiking in Terceira Island
We completed two hikes with Juca. One along the coast and the other being Trilhas de Mysterios Negros. Juca was a great guide, sharing his knowledge of the island throughout the day. The second hike was slightly more challenging and he kept it at a comfortable pace. He took some fabulous photos of us and we had so many laughs during the day. Highly recommended.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug from us. Marisa & Juca
via Tripadvisor
Hike the Azores
We had an incredible day hiking with Azore Expeditions! Our guide, Juca, took us on two completely different hikes in one day—one along the stunning coastline and another through the island’s interior. Both were absolutely beautiful, and while they were challenging at times, they were very doable and fun. Juca was an outstanding guide. He shared much about the island’s culture, geology, and local traditions. We also stopped for lunch at a local restaurant where he introduced us to some authentic Azorean specialties—something we probably would have never discovered on our own. If you’re looking for a way to experience the island, I can’t recommend Azore Expeditions and Juca highly enough. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Views but come Prepared
Our guide had a nice van and was very knowledgeable about hiking. We hiked by the northern coast first as the southern part of the island was under think fog in the morning. Views along the hike by the ocean were beautiful. We have great photos and our guide took good (and humorous pictures). Hiking in that area was manageable for people who do not have much experience. Next we went to lunch. Food was very good. After lunch we went to the second hike. The fog had lifted but the views were fewer. The hike was not necessarily hard but was complicated. You navigate thick mud and standing water in spots. Sometimes there are boards to walk on and sometimes not. There are sharp and slippery rocks on which you hike and you need to hike across sharp rocks. For tall people you also need to watch for low branches. It was on this second hike where we had some issues. One person rolled their ankle, partially fell into a hole and hit their leg on a sharp rock. Very fortunately that member of our group could still easily continue. Another person in our group fell hard with a big cut, immediate swelling, and bruising. Our guide did not have a first aid kit and said the only way out was to hike out. It was extremely difficult for this person and the guide kept saying just a little further or “like another 100 meters” but we still had to hike over about 3KM after our group member fell. Tips for others: know that the hikes while not requiring extreme skill can still present some challenges and if you fall there is not any emergency support. You should wear hiking shoes or boots (we all wore the former). Bring your own first aid kit because the guide will not have one. And be sure to bring water as none was provided. Finally, if you do the hikes in the order we did, you should know that while pretty after you take pictures at the lagoon, you do not have panoramic views. If you are feeling tired you may want to pay attention to how it feels when you first start hiking on the rocks. If it is feeling at all challenging and you are tired you will want to turn around as most of the rest of the hike is navigating rocks. Beautiful views but come prepared
Response from the operator: We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the coastal hike, the lunch experience, the photographs, and our guide's knowledge and company throughout the day. We are genuinely sorry that one member of your group experienced a fall during the second hike, Mistérios Negros. As you correctly mention, this trail includes sections with mud, uneven terrain, roots, and volcanic rocks, making it a medium-difficulty hike that requires careful footing, even for experienced hikers. Safety instructions and recommendations to proceed carefully are always provided by our guides before and during the hike. We would like to thank you for highlighting the absence of a first aid kit. While, fortunately, no serious injuries occurred, we recognize that having one available on the trail is an important additional precaution. We have learned from this situation and will ensure that emergency first aid supplies are carried on future hikes. In our 11 years of operating guided hiking tours, this is the first time we have experienced a situation where guests sustained injuries requiring this level of attention during one of our hikes. Nevertheless, we take every incident seriously and continuously look for ways to improve our service and safety procedures. We appreciate your comments and are glad that, despite the challenges encountered, you were still able to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and unique natural environment of Terceira Island. We wish you all the best in double you wish us and thank you for choosing to explore the Terceira Island with us.
via Tripadvisor
Great views but injuries will happen
1st hike was so amazingly beautiful. The views were so beautiful. Slipped during my 2nd hike then had to continue to the end on a bloody knee and swollen leg.
Response from the operator: Hello James, Thank you for your review and for highlighting the beautiful views of the 1st trail. The second trail was Mistérios Negros, one of the most beautiful trails on the island. We are sorry about your fall and hope that you have fully recovered. As explained during the tour, this is a medium-difficulty trail that includes a rocky and uneven section, which requires extra care, appropriate hiking footwear, and a reasonable level of physical fitness. Throughout the hike, our guide repeatedly reminded the group to proceed carefully and at a comfortable pace. Unfortunately, your accident occurred in the rocky section of the trail. Due to the nature of the terrain and the location where the incident happened, the safest and quickest way to leave the area was to continue forward along the trail rather than attempt an alternative exit, as going back. After the incident, our guide checked on your condition and offered assistance, including the possibility of medical evaluation covered by our insurance. As we recall, you declined medical assistance at the time. After the incident, once the group reached the road, everyone waited while the guide went to collect the van, which was parked approximately 1 km away. Guest safety is always our highest priority, and we are confident that our guide followed all appropriate safety procedures and provided the necessary support throughout the experience. For this reason, we were naturally disappointed to see such a low rating despite your positive comments regarding the scenery, the first hike, and the overall organisation of the tour. We appreciate your feedback and wish you 2 times more all the best as you wish us.
via Tripadvisor
Pivot bc of weather - more than we could have hoped for
Juca was an outstanding guide. With questionable weather, he adapted the itinerary to fit the day. We saw the whole island, learned so much about the culture. Great lunch break with recommendations for future meals. His passion & knowledge for the environment came out in all we did.
Response from the operator: Your tour change to Landscape Highlights, becouse it was raing and not safe to do Hiking. So we decided to change from Hiking Xl to Landscape Highlights. Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $171 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Azores Expeditions, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 74.2.
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HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Terceira.
How much does HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) cost?
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Prices start at $171 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Terceira usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Terceira is not rushed.
Is HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 29 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Terceira, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour)?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Terceira can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Terceira and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Terceira within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Terceira?
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On Outty we rank every Terceira experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Underground Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island, Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour, Island Van Tour (Full Day) | Terceira Island. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Terceira?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Terceira?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour)?
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Included: Private tour; Professional guide; Professional photographer guide; Hotel our Airport pickup and drop-off; and Transport by air-conditioned minivan. Not included: Food and drinks; All Fees and Taxes; and Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 15 listed pickup locations in and around Terceira. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) offered in?
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It is offered in Portuguese, English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour) if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Terceira. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour)?
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Across 29 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
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