| São Jorge is an island for people who like a
quiet and natural atmosphere. The island is still relatively
unspoilt and you can make beautiful walks along paths that
also are used by farmers to work on their fajãs. The
island has a length of 56 km, a width of 8 km, and has
mountains up to 1050 m altitude. Many of them have volcanic
craters. The island is very green and flowery, with
characteristic villages along the coast. It has beautiful
views over the ocean and over the landscape. From the top of
the island you can see four other islands. It also is a nice
place for bird watching.
It is very well possible to have an active holiday. There
are many opportunities to rent a boat to explore the islands
and the ocean. Around the islands, whales, dolphins and
other marine animals can be seen. There are excellent spots
for snorkelling and diving because the water is very clear,
with colourful fish.
You can make walks to extinct volcanoes and deserted
villages. There are no sandy beaches on the island, but
there are good swimming spots created in bays and harbours.
The island has lovely villages with restaurants and terraces.
Read more
about the walks and swimming spots
Local people often organize activities:
- sopas:
long tables with soup, meat and wine
- touradas: bulls at a rope on a street
- colorful processions
- music (folk, house, rock)
It is very easy to visit the islands Pico and Faial while
you are on São Jorge. There are daily boat connections
between these islands. Graciosa and Terceira also can be
visited, but the boat connections differ every year.
Because the distances on São Jorge are too long to go by
foot, we recommend renting a car. Public transport is scarce.
A car costs about 36, - per day plus fuel. For July and
August it is recommended to make reservations.
At 150 metres from our holidayhouse you can take a
refreshing dive and have a drink and a snack on the very
nice terrace of Zé Maria with a splendid view on the islands
Pico and Faial. Sometimes you can even see dolphins or a
seaturtle pass by.
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