Hiking & Exploration Basecamp
A practical base for trails, terrain, and changing conditions
A private lodge designed for hikers and explorers who value easy access to diverse Pico Island routes and a calm place to rest between outings.
Surrounded by volcanic landscape, forest paths, coastal trails, and shifting weather that shapes every day outdoors.
Overview
This basecamp supports self-directed exploration across Pico Island’s varied terrain. The setting allows guests to plan outings flexibly and recover comfortably between days outside.
Exploration here is paced by conditions and curiosity, not itineraries.
Why this lodge works as a Hiking & Exploration Basecamp
Easy access to nearby trails, on foot or by short drives
Central island position enabling varied exploration
Calm environment for rest and recovery
Comfortable spaces for planning and reflection
Hosts nearby for practical assistance, without involvement in activities
Mount Pico — Portugal’s highest peak at 2,351 m — is also part of the island’s hiking culture and is widely pursued by hikers seeking an ambitious challenge.
Practical details for planning your stay
Private, standalone lodge with full autonomy, designed for adults and not suitable for children
Stays are typically arranged in periods of up to 30 days, with flexibility for longer stays through consecutive bookings
Comfortable interior suitable for rest and recovery
Reliable internet access via local fiber, with Starlink as backup
Backup power for networking during short grid interruptions
Fully equipped kitchen (without oven) for flexible, self-paced days
Nespresso coffee machine available, with capsules provided to get you started
Outdoor areas with ocean view suitable for meals, breaks, reading and monitoring weather and ocean conditions
Occasionally, guests may find seasonal produce or eggs from our small, home-grown garden and free-roaming chickens, offered as a courtesy when available
Pico Island is home to an extensive network of hiking trails across varied terrain — from coastal paths and forested segments to volcanic ridgelines. A complete catalog of routes by difficulty, distance, and terrain is available on the Azores Trails website.
The lodge’s south-central position allows shorter driving distances to trailheads and natural areas across the island.
Pico Island has its own airport (PIX) with daily inter-island flights. There are also direct flights to mainland Portugal (Lisbon – LIS), with frequency varying seasonally. In addition, Faial Island is reachable by ferry in approximately 30 minutes and offers more frequent direct flights to the mainland, which many travelers use as an alternative arrival or departure route.
In addition to Faial, Pico is also connected by ferry to São Jorge Island, with regular crossings throughout the year. Services are less frequent than to Faial and are subject to weather conditions.
As with all island travel, weather conditions can occasionally affect flights and ferry schedules. If you need to be somewhere at a fixed date after your stay, it is advisable to allow an extra day or two of flexibility.
The lodge is located within a shared property that also includes the main house, where we live. While there is no direct visual connection and the lodge is screened by trees, the driveway is shared and passes nearby. We keep to ourselves and maintain a quiet environment, while being available for practical assistance if needed.
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