Terceira the Lilac Island in Azores Wellness Experience

Where Nature harmonizes with Inner Peace 

Terceira Island, one of the gems of the Azores archipelago, offers a captivating blend of history, nature, and adventure.  

Known for its vibrant UNESCO-listed capital, Angra do Heroismo, the island boasts charming streets, centuries-old architecture, and a rich cultural heritage.  

Explore the Algar do Carvao volcanic cave, a natural wonder where you can descend into the heart of an ancient volcano, or hike through the lush green landscapes of the Serra do Cume with panoramic views of patchwork fields. 

The island’s traditions come to life through its unique festivals, bull-running events, and traditional Azorean cuisine.  

Be sure to savor local dishes like alcatra, a slow-cooked beef stew, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the islanders. 

Terceira is also a paradise for ocean lovers, with its stunning coastline, offering opportunities for snorkelling, diving, and even swimming with dolphins.  

Whether you’re drawn to its volcanic landscapes or its cultural treasures, Terceira Island promises an unforgettable Azorean adventure. 

Your Accommodation: 

The Hotel on the Azorean island of Terceira is an ideal retreat to relax, rejuvenate, and unwind. 

Located in the serene area of Salgueiros, with stunning panoramic ocean views, and easy access to the ocean.  

This intimate and exclusive retreat has been created to be aligned with the environment as it offers an uber-luxurious yet conscious opportunity to nurture our guests by pausing from the ebb and flow of daily life. 

The Hotel offers yoga, meditation, mindfulness activities, swimming, snorkelling, and hiking tours to breathtaking coastlines and the lush sub-tropical rainforests on the island. 

Also provides wonderful vegetarian meals in our Grata Café and can meet any dietary preference. 

The 11 Guestrooms and suites are spacious and beautifully appointed, furnished with the highest quality materials.  

Suites also feature terraces with beautiful views. All suites have super soft beds, with luxurious linens, and private baths. 

Perfectly suited for the Wellness tourism market, yoga retreats, corporate retreats, eco-tours and hiking tours. 

Their mission is to provide the guests with the utmost care and attention while facilitating a transformative experience during their stay in the Azores.

Activities included in Package: 

Cheese and Dairy Farm Experience – Visit a traditional dairy farm having the experience of being in contact with the animals. You will have the opportunity to milk a cow by hand, as well as drink natural milk directly from the animal. You will also meet the mascot cow, take photos with the animals and even feed a calf (baby cow) with a bottle.  

It also includes a visit to the oldest cheese factory on the island of Terceira with artisanal production ending with a tasting of the cheeses produced in the factory accompanied by 1 drink of your choice. 

Sungazing and Earthing Practice – Connecting to Source Energy and Oceanic Breathing, matching your breath to the ebb and flow of the ocean. 

Mindful Coastline Hike – Mindful hiking allows us to consciously experience the raw nature of the island to benefit both the body and mind. Create a sense of peace and presence as we engage all our senses while hiking. Calming and grounding. Deepen our connection with the natural world. Enjoy a healthy delicious picnic immersed in the serenity of the island’s Flora and Fauna. 

Opening circle fire ceremony with smudging – Energetic Hygiene Ceremony to clear our energies with intention to fully experience the retreat from clarity and highest possible vibration. 

Optional Activities: 

Watching the Wales & Dolphins in the Wild £ 80 – The Azores stands out as one of the prime destinations for Whale Watching globally. With a recorded presence of 28 whale and dolphin species, comprising approximately 33% of the recognized cetacean species worldwide.  

Our way integrates the skills of the Vigia, a person who searches for whales and dolphins, with our expert teams, ensuring a safe and non-intrusive approach, in commitment to the Azorean conduct code for interacting with cetaceans. These practices allow to achieve success rates nearing 99% in sightings year-round. 

Swimming with dolphins (Jun – Sep) £ 110– Initially, a short simulation will get you used to the equipment and teach the best way to enter the ocean, minimizing the impact on the dolphins for a safe and respectful approach. Then the Vigia, a person who searches for whales and dolphins, will guide the boat to a dolphin area. It will be an unforgettable experience watching and listening to them in their natural habitat. 

Snorkeling Wildlife (Jun – Sep) £ 50 – Snorkelling is safe and easy for everyone curious to discover and learn more about marine life. After a safety briefing and a short simulation, so you get used to the equipment, the fun begins! A short boat ride will take you to one of the diving places.