Rocha do Chambre Hike

We got an early start this morning, flying at 7:30 am from Ponta Delgada to Angra do Heroismo on Terceira Island. Our new guide, Ramiro, met us at the airport and our marathon day began with a quick stop at the grocery store to purchase supplies for our upcoming hike and picnic lunch. From there we hit the trails, hiking for 4 hours, (9.5 kms) on a circular route in the center of the island where we enjoyed stunning views of the Azinhal Valley and Boscoitos village with its rocky lava formations that meet the sea. The uphill was a challenge and at one point we were using ropes to ascend the steep slopes but the downhill was gradual. We hiked through forests of Azorean Heather, Laurel and Juniper plants which provided very dramatic scenery. The trail meandered along small streams and up to the top of Pico Alto Crater at just over 700 meters. It was soooo much fun!Læs mere