Private Tour
Excursions / Van Tours / Sightseeing
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Passing through unique places, (white sand beaches, waterfalls, etc ...), in what is the oldest island of the Azores
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Meat or Fish dish + drink and coffee
Breakfast
Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Porto de Vila do Porto
Vila Do Porto Airport
Portugal
Azores Youth Hostels - Santa Maria
Rua Frei Goncalo Velho s/n Vila do Porto Portugal
Hotel Santa Maria
Rua da Horta Vila do Porto Portugal
Hotel Colombo
Cruz Teixeira, Pedras de São Pedro Vila do Porto Portugal
What To Expect
Dalberto Pombo Environmental Interpretation Centre
The Dalberto Pombo Environmental Interpretation Center (CIADP) was the result of the reconstruction of a building at the beginning of the historic area of Vila do Porto. This Center houses the estate of the naturalist Dalberto Pombo, a pioneer in the study of the geological and biological diversity of the island and its main objective is to promote the knowledge of the natural heritage, in a dynamic and interactive way, with an educational and scientific character.
Barreiro da Faneca
Barreiro da Faneca is an extensive area of arid and clayey terrain, belonging mainly to the geological unit called "Formation of Feteiras", constituting a semi-desert landscape of yellow-reddish color, unique in the Azores.
Options
Excursions / Van Tours / Sightseeing
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The best camping in Azorres
Bashu123,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We stayed at the bungalow in the campingsite for some days and all it was wonderful!!! Very clean and beautiful view at the sea!!! Marco so nice and ready to help with anything !!!
Amazing experience in Santa Maria
Andrew B,
Jun 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00My father was born on Santa Maria, but he moved away over 50 years ago as a young boy so he didn’t remember his way around the island. Marco agreed to pick us up from the airport when we landed at 0700 and start the tour 2 hours early. The island is beautiful, and Marco’s love and passion for his home are evident throughout. A delicious lunch at a local restaurant was included in the price. Overall, it was terrific tour and the highlight of my families trip to Portugal. If it was possible to give the tour a higher rating than 5 stars I would. Thank you so much for an excellent day. I hope to come back in the future and book again with Paraiso Radical.
Outstanding!
Trip635988,
Jun 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We do guided tours everywhere we go and most are exceptionally good but this was extra special exceptionally good. Marco made everything perfect. He is rightfully very proud of his island with all the history and details anyone could ever want. Yes, that is the job of a tour guide but you will find him to be exceptional. At the end of our Friday tour he came back to our hotel and said there was something he forgot to show us and came back in the morning to give us the free extended tour. If you want to rent a kayak, scooter or bicycle be is also your guy.
Wonderful
Eleonora Z,
Jun 1, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00I had an amazing whirlwind day seeing every single inch of the island of Santa Maria! The tour culminated at Pico Alto rhe highest point of the island where i got an amazing perspective of the whole iland with stunning views! My guide was very personable, flexible and accommodating. I was delayed in arriving and he was gracious enough to change the date and even dropped me off at the airport because we didn't have time to ho back to the hotel. All in all a wonderful experience!
Wonderful private Tour with Marco
Rose H,
Jul 5, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience with a wonderful and fun guide. Marco was a local and well known on the island. He knew almost anything we could ask and was always willing to go wherever we wanted. Santa Maria is such a beautiful Island, literally ever turn was a post card. My husband and myself were so happy to be shown around with such hospitality despite knowing no Portuguese, we look forward to returning. PS he also dealt well with our 16 year old nephew.
A must tour is Santa Maria
Karen J,
Jun 7, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marco gave us a thorough tour of Santa Maria. He is knowledgeable about the island & its many wonders. He went overboard to ensure that our needs and interests were met. As a native of the island, he shared spots that we would never have discovered on our own. What a delightful day!
25 years of bodies
paulacY8118OO,
Sep 18, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Besides the day is already very special👍, still became an exceptional day just because I requested the services of ParaisoRadical, do as I do and you will have the best guide and above all the best company in Santa Maria👏👏, in my name and of my family👍👍 👍 👍, thank you.!
wonderful
romana santos3,
Sep 18, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful island and 5 stars, I loved it! Thanks for the amazing experience! At a proximity.
Very satisfying and amazing the walk
Catharina222,
Sep 17, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience, very professional and above all immense fun. I recommend to families, friends and those who like experiences to remember for the rest of life. requires excellent exceptional care; Come and meet Paradise Radical. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Kayak tour
zeee saltita,
Aug 25, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a surprisingly positive experience!!!!5*!!! A kayak tour on the coast of São Lourenço, which is beautiful, we entered several beautiful caves and we were bathing on a beach, which only has access by the sea, with the right to a snack and everything!!!! Very friendly people!!! I highly recommend!!!
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