Flores Things to Do

ExploreTo enjoy a Flores holiday is to enjoy the most beautiful island in the Azores. This volcanic island is a great place for a family holiday for those wanting to explore caves, crags and volcanoes on one day, and spend the next wandering through the lush greenery the island has to offer. It's no mistake that the English translation for "Flores" is flowers, as this island’s beauty truly is breath-taking. Some of the most beautiful areas of Flores are quite secluded and tucked away, so visitors must have a real sense of adventure to truly get the most of Flores while exploring the waterfalls, crags and fields on foot. BeachesLopo Vaz is very popular with visitors on holiday to Flores, surrounded by lush vegetation and greenery. The island is dotted with many lakes and naturally formed swimming pools. Food and DrinkThe main town of Santa Cruz offers a selection of restaurants and bars for visitors on a family holiday to Flores to enjoy. The island’s lush fields produce a lot of the local produce for the island, and these can be sampled in Santa Cruz at most restaurants. Water SportThose seeking a spot of adventure can make their Flores holiday an activity holiday. Visitors can enjoy the rich flora and fauna and the many caves of the volcanic seabed surrounding the island, or kayak along some of the island’s craters. Fishing in one of Flores' many lakes is also a popular pastime on family holidays to the Azores, and visitors can up the ante by embarking on a deep-sea fishing excursion with one of the local boats.   Whale and Dolphin watching has also become increasingly popular over the years, so visitors would do well not to miss that.Email this to a friendClick here to send this page to a friendExtrasCar hire