• Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands
  • Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands
  • Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands
  • Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands
  • Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands
  • Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands
  • Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands
Portugal / Azores

Trail running in the Azores: a journey into volcanic lands

Réf : GPGIKA

In summary

  • Sports
    Trail running
  • Duration
    9 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Trail running
    Beginner
    For those looking to discover trail running. You run for one hour twice a week and have no particular mountain experience. You will cover distances of 10 to 15 km, with an elevation gain of around 800 m per day, on smooth trails or alpine pastures.
    Intermediate
    For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.
    Confirmed
    For those with an UTMB Index of 450 or higher (as a guideline), you will run 2 to 3 times a week, including at least one long run. You will complete 4- to 6-hour outings covering approximately 25 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain per day, traversing runnable trails, alpine pastures, and narrow paths.
    Advanced
    You have an UTMB Index of 500 or higher and run 3 to 4 times a week, including at least one long run. You have previously completed trail runs of at least 30 km with 1,700 m of elevation gain. You will be undertaking daily 7-hour outings covering approximately 35 km and 2,000 m of elevation gain across varied terrain, including runnable trails, alpine pastures, scree slopes, and snow patches.
    Expert
    You have an UTMB Index of 550 or higher and run 4 to 5 times a week, including one long run (2–3 hours). You have previously completed trail runs of at least 40 km with 2,000 m of elevation gain. You will undertake outings lasting approximately 8 hours, covering around 35 km and 2,500 m of elevation gain per day across scree slopes, ridges, off-trail terrain, snow patches, and more.
  • Destination
    Portugal / Azores
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    120.44 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French

In a few words

In the heart of the North Atlantic, São Miguel , the largest island in the Azores, reveals a natural playground shaped by volcanoes. This active holiday invites you to explore its spectacular landscapes , from crater lakes and lush forests to steep cliffs and soothing hot springs . Thanks to accessible and varied trail running routes, each outing becomes an immersion in wild and unspoiled nature, where mountains and ocean meet.

Conceived as a balance between physical exertion and sensory escape , this trip alternates sporting sessions with moments of local discovery : tasting typical products, swimming in natural hot springs, and visiting tea and pineapple plantations. Far from the crowds, this adventure immerses you in the unique atmosphere of what is nicknamed the "Hawaii of Europe," for a break filled with energy and serenity .

The highlights

  • Raw and wild landscapes, between sea and mountains
  • Nearly 90 km to cover
  • Participation in the Real Priolo Trail
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Sport

Level

Trail running

Intermediate

Levels

Trail running
Beginner
For those looking to discover trail running. You run for one hour twice a week and have no particular mountain experience. You will cover distances of 10 to 15 km, with an elevation gain of around 800 m per day, on smooth trails or alpine pastures.
Intermediate
For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.
Confirmed
For those with an UTMB Index of 450 or higher (as a guideline), you will run 2 to 3 times a week, including at least one long run. You will complete 4- to 6-hour outings covering approximately 25 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain per day, traversing runnable trails, alpine pastures, and narrow paths.
Advanced
You have an UTMB Index of 500 or higher and run 3 to 4 times a week, including at least one long run. You have previously completed trail runs of at least 30 km with 1,700 m of elevation gain. You will be undertaking daily 7-hour outings covering approximately 35 km and 2,000 m of elevation gain across varied terrain, including runnable trails, alpine pastures, scree slopes, and snow patches.
Expert
You have an UTMB Index of 550 or higher and run 4 to 5 times a week, including one long run (2–3 hours). You have previously completed trail runs of at least 40 km with 2,000 m of elevation gain. You will undertake outings lasting approximately 8 hours, covering around 35 km and 2,500 m of elevation gain per day across scree slopes, ridges, off-trail terrain, snow patches, and more.
For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.

In figures

Trail and road running

  • Average duration/day: 3h30
  • Average distance/day: 18 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 726 m

Management

During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Marie-Eve PELLAND
Marie-Eve PELLAND

Physiotherapist, running coach and co-founder of Tout.Trail

Philippe BLOUIN
Philippe BLOUIN

Trail runner and general manager of a sports travel agency

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
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    Arrival and warm-up

    • Transportation Minibus - 00h10 - 4km
    • Activity Trail and road running
    • Duration of the activity 0h45
    • Distance 5 km
    • Accommodation 3-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel. Welcome talk, optional late afternoon run, then free evening.

    Day 1

Note

The program can be adjusted at any time depending on the weather or other external factors.

Accommodation

🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 8
  • 🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 8
  • 🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 8
🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 8

MS Vila Nova Ponta Delgada

Access

Departure
R. João Francisco Cabral 1, 9500-208 Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Day 1
End of stay
R. João Francisco Cabral 1, 9500-208 Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Day 9

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAeroporto João Paulo II

Transfers between the airport and the hotel (round trip) are included in the trip.

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Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation in a hotel and in a double/twin room
  2. Supervision during the trail runs mentioned in the program
  3. 8 breakfasts, 3 packed lunches for long outings, 2 group dinners
  4. Transfers between the airport and the hotel (round trip)
  5. 3 local activities (pineapple plantation, tea plantation, hot spring)
  6. 2 thematic conferences or workshops
  7. Local tastings (ice cream, Furnas specialties)
  8. Registration for the Real Priolo Trail (Fun Race)

The price does not include

  1. Plane tickets
  2. Meals not mentioned in the program
  3. Drinks and personal expenses
  4. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


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