The mountains don’t stop at the US border, and neither do we! While our hearts will always belong to America’s National Parks, we’ve started taking our hiking boots international. Here you’ll find our growing collection of international itineraries, incredible hikes, and finding the most scenic views on the planet. Get your passport ready and get inspired!
While traveling around the island of Madeira, you’ll come across countless small towns and villages in the mountains and along the coast. There are plenty to choose from to walk around and visit, but we recommend Jardim do Mar and Ponta do Sol. Jardim do Mar is a quaint little colorful village along the coast…
PR6 Madeira: Think dense greenery, mossy trees, and multiple waterfalls. These are just 3 of the reasons why you can’t miss this levada walk in Madeira. It might be the most popular levada hike on the island, and we have a secret for you… Instead of battling for a place to park where most folks…
A very popular thing to do on the island of Madeira is the Levada do Caldeirão Verde hike (PR9). It’s best to get here early if you’d like some solitude! If not, don’t expect to have the trail to yourself Just like PR 18, this hike follows a levada through the laurel forest. Think green,…
PR18 – Levada do Rei is perfect for you if you are looking for a super fun, unforgettable, and easy levada walk on Madeira Island. Be sure to add this one to your bucket list and spend a morning enjoying this perfect hike. This hike follows a scenic levada through the Laurissilva forest. It’s green,…
A trip to Madeira is not complete without enjoying the hike from Achada do Teixeira to Pico Ruivo. The PR1.2 – Pico Ruivo hike will allow you to visit the highest point on the island of Madeira for stunning panoramic views. Wait one second! You might be wondering: Don’t most hikers actually hike from Pico…
You surely can’t go to Madeira without hiking the epic PR1 – Pico do Arieiro and PR1.2 – Pico Ruivo, right? Well, what do you do if you plan your trip to the island and part of the trail is closed?! Maybe you planned to complete PR1 as a through hike to Pico Ruivo, but…
After a morning hike on Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço, we recommend heading to the Vereda do Larano coastal hike for some more amazing views of Madeira’s scenery and cliffs. Picture yourself high above the ocean on a trail that snakes across the green cliffs of Madeira with stunning views of the green mountains…
The Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço hike (PR8) is one of Madeira’s most spectacular trails and for good reason. Winding along the island’s rugged far eastern tip, where dramatic cliffs drop into some of the deepest blue water you’ll ever see, this is a must-do Madeira activity. What makes this hike extra special is…
Welcome to Madeira! If you are following along on our Madeira itinerary, we recommend spending your first day on the island taking it a little easy. After all, you might be jet-lagged from your flight and adjusting to your new time zone. If that is the case, head to Miradouro do Cristo Rei Viewpoint, the…
Looking for an itinerary for Madeira? You’ve found the right one. Madeira is one of the most dramatically beautiful islands in the world. Picture a volcanic Portuguese island in the Atlantic where ancient laurel forests cling to cliff edges, levada trails wind through mountain mist, and you can hike above the clouds to peaks that…
Looking for the best hikes in São Miguel, Azores? You’ve found the right guide. We spent 9 days on the island and hiked every trail on this list ourselves, from easy lakeside strolls to strenuous mountain climbs through jungle-like forests. One moment you’re driving past quiet farmland, and the next you’re staring out over a…
During your trip to São Miguel, Azores, we recommend going on a Ponta Delgada walking tour to explore the quaint and beautiful downtown. Check out the colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, shops, restaurants, and more. We’ll discuss where to walk, what to see, and our absolute favorite restaurant that you can’t miss. Let’s go! This post…
Another can’t-miss hike on São Miguel is the Serra Devassa Trail. This trail passes by many picturesque lakes, and the scenery is unmatched. Located at the same trailhead as the famed Boca do Inferno, be sure not to miss this hike as well! We’ll discuss what to expect on this route and some of the…
We know you have seen this view in pictures! The narrow fence-lined dirt path with the blue-green lakes sprawling out in the caldera below, surrounded by emerald green cliffs. Some consider this to be the best viewpoint on the island of São Miguel in the Azores, and we would agree that it’s pretty epic. You…
Go on a hike to 2 great waterfalls on the eastern side of São Miguel! Start near Faial da Terra and work your way through the jungle-like forest to reach the first waterfall, Cascata do Salto do Prego. Then, if you are feeling up to it, hike farther to reach Salto do Cagarrão. It’s steep,…