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Faial
Lying in the Atlantic Ocean about 1500km from Lisbon, Faial is a small volcanic island with 173km2 and less than 1 million years old.
With an outstanding location in the heart of the triangle formed by Faial, Pico and São Jorge islands, Faial is the perfect retreat for nature lovers, whale watchers and scuba divers. Verdant and tranquil, with beautiful landscapes and an incredible blue ocean with prolific marine life, the island remains untouched by mass tourism. Faial is known as the Blue Island because of its abundant blue hydrangeas that bloom in summer. Horta is the only town and one of the most beautiful of the archipelago, with an outstanding view to Pico Mountain, Portugal’s highest peak (2,351m).
The island is mountainous and dominated by its central crater Caldeira and nearby highest point Cabeço Gordo of 1043m. Capelinhos was the latest volcanic eruption in Azores and added 1,5km2 to the island.

Climate & when to visit

The island has a mild temperate maritime climate influenced by the warm Gulf Stream, with little temperature variation throughout the year. The average winter temperature is 14ºC and in summer 23-25ºC. Rain falls every month, but is seldom persistent. Average humidity is around 80-85%. Winds can be temporarily strong in winter, but in summer most days are still or with a gentle breeze. The water temperature varies between 16-23ºC, with the lowest sea temperatures in February-March and the highest in August-September.

Whale watching season : March to November
Best diving season: July, August and September
Hiking season: all year-round

Gift certificates can be sent by email to the buyer for presentation to the recipient, or we can email the certificate directly to your indicated recipient. Please indicate your preferences when ordering.
Gift certificates are recorded on our records under the name of the buyer, so when the recipient calls or emails for a reservation we’ll ask for the “givers” name and certificate number.
Gift certificates must be redeemed one year from the date of purchase and are not refundable.

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