The number one activity on Pico island, Azores, that cannot be missing on your bucket list has to be climbing Mount Pico. This mountain, with its 2351m / 7713 ft height, is the highest point of Portugal and the third highest peak of the Atlantic islands. The climb is physically challenging but very rewarding.

After registration at ‘Casa da Montanha’, we will be starting the climb at 1230 m / 4035 ft. At the start of the hike, we are surrounded by endemic green lush vegetation. Gradually the landscape will change and you enter an entirely different world. There are various fauna, flora and unique geological structures to discover. It is also the perfect opportunity to learn more about the island and its history. If the weather is clear, it is possible to see all the islands of the central group. And even if you are above or in the clouds, it is still an experience of a lifetime. Remember, there is no bad weather, only bad equipment!

All the information you need to know, to safely climb Pico mountain with a certified guide, you can download here.