DESCRIPTION:

Ponta do Pico called also Montanha do Pico, Serra do Pico; Pico Alto or just Pico,

is a stratovolcano and the highest mountain of Portugal, located on the Pico Island,

in the mid-Atlantic archipelago of the Azores.

It is situated at 2,351 metres above sea level; it is more than twice the elevation of any other peak in the Azores.

The nearest peaks are Cabeco do Escalvado, Cabeco do Teicho, Cabeco do Sintrao, Cabeco do Moiro, Cabeco do Piquinho, and Cabeco do Manuel Joao.

The pinnacle of the Montanha do Pico is Pico Piquinho, also known as Pico Pequeno, rising 70 meters within it to form the true summit.

Piquinho (Ponta do Pico) belongs to the World Country High Points peak list.

Climbing Mount Pico in the Azores is an exciting experience.The climbing starts at 1,200 metres.

The peak offers a spectacular view over the other islands of the central group of the archipelago - São Jorge and Faial Islands - and you may even see 5 of 9 islands of the archipelago when you are lucky and reach the peak without any cloud.

 

PRICE INCLUDES:

• A qualified guide who will lead you safely to the peak and back

• Loading at the port Madalena or destination of your stay

• Transport back to destinations

• Complimentary trekking sticks

• Total price 55 € / 1 person

• All taxes and fees are included in total price

 

DON'T FORGET:

You will need water. Bring min 1,5LT water. Also do not forget a energetic food and something sweet, like a small chocolate.

Since the weather in the mountains is changing, do not forget warm confortable and waterproof clothes, hat or cap and mountain boots. Also take along in your rucksack raincoat.

Trekking sticks are good to relieve the mastery of heavier sections, you'll be grateful for the sticks during descent down.

Climb the mountain is challenging. We will spend together the whole day and we all will be happy if you forget anything and you should bring everything you need for a day trip.

 

OUR TIPS:

With 2351 m of altitude, climb the Pico is challenge for those who have a good physical condition and spirit of adventure. To climb the mountain, we straightly recommend you  be accompanied with a qualified guide; otherwise you´ll be in serious danger.

 

• Bring your camera, take pictures and compete for valuable prizes :)

Your pictures from the experiences and explores spent with us that receive the most likes on our facebook profile, they will be rewarded.