Azores
Flores Island
Hiking in Flores Island, Azores: Best Trails and What to Know
Four official trails, correct distances, difficulty ratings, and one currently closed. Here is what hiking in Flores actually involves.
Flores Island: Why It's Called the Iceland of the Azores
Flores is the most remote island in the Azores and the one most often compared to Iceland. Here is why the comparison holds up.
Canyoning Flores Island, Azores: Routes, Levels & Tips
Flores has canyoning routes for every level, from a 2h30 beginner descent to a 7-hour route that takes you into Poço do Bacalhau from above. Two local operators, six named routes.
Where to Stay in Flores Island, Azores: Hotels and Camping
Flores has a range of hotels, guesthouses, and independent houses across Santa Cruz, Fajã Grande, and Lajes, plus five municipal campgrounds. Some are listed on our site, and our advisors can arrange many more.
Best Things to Do in Flores Island, Azores
Flores has the Azores’ highest concentration of waterfalls, seven crater lakes, boat-accessible sea caves, and outstanding canyoning. These are the activities worth planning around.
What to See in Flores Island, Azores: 3-Day Guide
Flores is the least visited and most dramatic island in the Azores. This 3-day guide covers the crater lakes, waterfalls, Rocha dos Bordões, and a boat trip to Corvo.
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