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Portela Village – Lava Cave loop from Fogo Natural Park

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Portela Village – Lava Cave loop from Fogo Natural Park

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Portela Village – Lava Cave loop from Fogo Natural Park

01:25

4.91km

120m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: May 25, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.48 km for 24 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Guest House

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44 m

Casa de Montiel Guesthouse

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Casa Fernando on the southern outskirts of Bangaeira, the small rooms grouped around a courtyard. Rita and her husband, Fernando, are great hosts. In the evening, when it gets …

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861 m

Vineyards in Parque Natural do Fogo

Highlight • Natural

3

1.11 km

Portela Village

Highlight • Settlement

Portella and Bangaeira were destroyed in 2014. On December 7th, the glowing lava advanced and destroyed most of the villages. The outbreaks ended in early February 2015. Within two months, …

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1.69 km

Lava Field in Parque Natural do Fogo

Highlight • Natural Monument

5

2.49 km

Volcanic Cave in Parque Natural do Fogo

Highlight • Cave

Impressive cave created by lava eruption. About 70 meters long. Access via ladder and wire ropes. Best explored with a headlamp

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2.53 km

Lava Cave

Highlight • Cave

Entry is via a rope ladder at the edge. Approx. 15m - bring a flashlight.

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4.91 km

End point

Guest House

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.65 km

2.23 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.55 km

1.38 km

952 m

< 100 m

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