São Miguel is the largest island in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores. Known as the “Green Island” because of its beautiful verdant terrain, São Miguel sits in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean and deserves to be on every traveler’s list. Here’s why.
Whale Watching
Sitting out in the middle of the ocean, the island’s rugged coastline is battered by the wild waves of the Atlantic. Not only is this a beautiful experience to behold, but the area is also located right in the middle of the whale migratory route between the northern and southern hemispheres. You can see many different species of whale and dolphin. This is a must-see for nature lovers.
Hiking Trails
The island is also home to some amazing hiking trails. The landscape is peppered by volcano craters, ethereal bubbling geothermal spots, and stunning lakes that you can experience by navigating the glorious scenery yourself.
Terra Nostra Garden
This magnificent garden is not only home to over 2000 trees and plenty of flowers, brooks, and walking trails, but also has a mineral-rich geothermal pool. Take a dip in the 37C water and feel all your troubles drift away.