OUR PROGRAMS
EDUCATIONAL HIKES with emphasis on our island ecosystem
THEMED IMMERSION WEEKS focusing on life skills, mindfulness and food
OUR PROGRAMS
EDUCATIONAL HIKES with emphasis on our island ecosystem
THEMED IMMERSION WEEKS focusing on life skills, mindfulness and food
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EDUCATIONAL HIKESOur weekly nature hikes emphasize the Azorean natural history, geology, and island ecosystems. Click on hiker to see sample program and itinerary. |
THEMED WEEKLONG EVENTS
EACH MONTH BRINGS SOMETHING SPECIAL IN THE AZORES.
We invite you to reconnect with nature through immersive experiences on the orchard or on the trail.
We invite you to take a journey inside through immersive experiences in mindfulness and yoga.
We invite you to truly appreciate what you put in your body with our immersive food experiences.
COMING SOON
We invite you to reconnect with nature through immersive experiences on the orchard or on the trail.
We invite you to take a journey inside through immersive experiences in mindfulness and yoga.
We invite you to truly appreciate what you put in your body with our immersive food experiences.
COMING SOON
And then... a fruit for every month
If you can guess the fruits represented above we will give you a free orchard tour when you arrive, plus a jar of homemade jam!
LET'S GO FOR A HIKE
You will finish your hike with a better understanding of our natural world, specifically island ecosystems such as the Azores.
EXPERIENCE DETAILS
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Brief overview of the natural history, from their formation 5 million years ago to their remote island ecosystem
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Four to five-hour circular routes that may include coastal or inland routes (see sample of our most common programs here)
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We will put into practice our earlier learnings about the island. We will smell, touch and feel the island.
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Lunch mid-hike for full day hikes
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Brief overview of the natural history, from their formation 5 million years ago to their remote island ecosystem
2
Four to five-hour circular routes that may include coastal or inland routes (see sample of our most common programs here)
3
We will put into practice our earlier learnings about the island. We will smell, touch and feel the island.
4
Lunch mid-hike for full day hikes
WHAT TO BRING
Good walking shoes or sandals
Rain jacket (it may look sunny now...)
Water or healthy drink
Energy snack
Good walking shoes or sandals
Rain jacket (it may look sunny now...)
Water or healthy drink
Energy snack
CAN YOU FIND ME?
The map below displays some of the trails available to explore on the island.
Experiences catered to groups – and can be shortened or expanded. Experiences not suitable for children under 12. Group discounts available. Cash, PayPal and major credit cards accepted. Capacity limited to six people. Outdoors experiences weather-dependent but we will do our best to notify participants with sufficient notice if a cancellation is warranted. Experiences can be purchased independently of stay at quinta minuvida but why would you do that?
THE LODGE
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Five suites providing the perfect balance between sustainable and sensible lodging with modern-day conveniences and amenities.
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TARO |
KENTIA |
CAMÉLIA |
WISTERIA |
DRAGON3 |
THE ORCHARD
QUINTA MINVUVIDA is set in former orange growing country and such was the scent of orange flowers that seamen could smell its sweetness a mile out. While the orange industry has all but vanished, we honor its heritage of the Azorean traditional orchard by fully restoring and preserving the former orange groves built in squared sections and protected by tall edges from Atlantic winds and salts. The humid subtropical climate is ideal for many fruits and vegetables, and we are growing them! So, when you arrive, you maybe able to pick bananas, guavas, cherimoyas, avocados, mangoes, papayas, loquats and other fruits directly from the tree. Or you can pick from our organic herb garden, organic vegetable garden and ask us about our unsual crops, such as taro, malabar chestnut and coffee. And when you wake up for breakfast, rejoice in the luxury of tasting our fruits, homemade jams and many other local products.
THE FOOD
We marry the traditional with the innovative and creative. We only serve local and what's in season. Many of the ingredients come directly from our orchard. MINUVIDA BREAKFAST includes fresh, local products. We serve breads, yogurts and cheeses from the best local producers. Our low-sugar fruit jams are house made. Organic fruit from our orchard or from selected local producers greets you every morning. Herbal teas, granola and other house-made specialties. GRILL NIGHT is our invitation to discover Azorean classics in a relaxed environment with ample social distancing but great opportunities for meaningful discussion. Held only on Fridays, so book accordingly. MINUVIDA DINNER is a five-course sensory food journey inspired by local cuisine using traditional ingredients with a creative twist. Includes local wine pairings and liqueur. This experience is currently on pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
