Santa Maria is a beautiful island to explore on foot. However, for those staying on the island for a short period of time, we would recommend a half day tour by private taxi. A private tour will enable you to visit the main attractions on the island as well as stopping at many viewpoints to admire the picturesque landscape.
Half day tour of Santa Maria
Depart from Vila do Porto to the small seaside resort of Anjos and its small chapel where Christopher Columbus attended mass on his return from America. From Anjos, on a clear day, it is possible to see the island of Sao Miguel on the horizon. Continue to the pretty village of Santo Espirito, surrounded by green pastures and hills, where you will visit the beautifully restored 17th century baroque church. Return to Vila do Porto via Maia and the viewpoint overlooking the bay of Sao Lourenco.
Price: £74 per taxi based on a maximum of 3 people.
Not Included: Lunch & entrance fees to museums and parks.
Individual walks on Santa Maria
The islands of the Azores, with their mild climate (day time temperature ranging from 14-22 degrees), are the most wonderful islands for walking. Sunvil are able to pre-book any of the walks included within the Walking Holiday (see link below). The price of each individual unaccompanied walk, including transfers to/from the walk and a route book is as follows:
Santo Espirito: Price is £48 per taxi based on maximum of 3 people.
Pico Alto / Sao Pedro: Price is £48 per taxi based on maximum of 3 people.
What to bring?
- Comfortable pair of walking shoes/boots, preferably with a good grip
- Light waterproof jacket/mac
- Sun hat and sun lotion
- Swimming costume – as some walks provide an opportunity to bathe
- Water and packed lunch
Walking holiday on Santa Maria >
