The essential Pico experience

Climb
Mount Pico.

At 2,351 metres, Mount Pico is Portugal’s highest point, rising above the Atlantic at the heart of the island. The climb is challenging and unforgettable, especially with a local guide who knows the trail and the mountain’s changing conditions.

Plan the climb with Lost in Pico
Mount Pico reflected in Lagoa do Capitão
Other experiences

From the summit to the sea — and back to the table.

The Atlantic, alive

Whale watching

The waters around Pico are among the best places in the world to see whales and dolphins. Join experienced teams who share their knowledge while treating the animals and their habitat with care.

Explore with Futurismo
Whale watching boat off Pico Island
Below the surface

Diving

Clear Atlantic water, volcanic formations and remarkable marine life make the Azores an exceptional place to dive, from sheltered reefs to more adventurous open-water sites.

Meet our ocean partners
Scuba diver exploring basalt formations in the Azores
UNESCO World Heritage

Pico’s vineyard landscape

Walk between black basalt walls where vines grow close to the Atlantic. This remarkable landscape was shaped by volcanic stone, centuries of winemaking and the persistence of Pico’s people.

Discover with a local
Aerial view of Pico’s volcanic vineyard landscape
Wine · cheese · island table

Taste Pico

Discover Pico through its volcanic wines, local cheese, fresh fish, limpets and recipes passed down through generations. Ask us for our favourite places to eat and drink.

Taste with Lost in Pico
Pico wine and local food tasting
Your base for the island

Sleep well. Go further.

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