This Mata do Canário to Sete Cidades hike brings you into one of São Miguel’s most beautiful natural settings. The route begins with an almost secret atmosphere, between a historic aqueduct, Japanese cedar forest and ridge paths, before gradually opening onto the blue and green lakes of Sete Cidades.

It is an easy yet visually powerful walking tour, perfect for travellers who want to feel the Azores on foot rather than rush through a viewpoint. Over about 11 km, the hike connects nature, local history and volcanic scenery in a balanced experience: accessible, contemplative and deeply refreshing.