From the lush green mountains of São Miguel to the dramatic cliffs of Pico, the Azores is a paradise for nature lovers. Explore stunning crater lakes like Lagoa das Sete Cidades, soak in the hot ...

There's also Praia do Almoxarife, which features a long, black sand shoreline and incredible views of Pico Mountain ... visit Portugal's tourism board's website. Azores Whale Watching & Islet ...

Pico is the second-largest island of the Azores. It's home to Portugal's tallest ... strip that raises in elevation the further west you travel. Along these cliffs you'll find quaint villages ...