live the island.
Experiences that the island holds for you.
At Forest Homes, each stay is custom-designed. More than just services, we offer carefully selected experiences to reveal the best of Pico with comfort, privacy, and complete tranquility.
Within the comfort of your own home, you can unwind with massages and therapies or enjoy culinary experiences with a private chef.
Beyond its borders, the island invites authentic exploration, whether through whale watching, climbing Pico Mountain, personalized tours, or sea experiences like sport fishing.
For an even more complete experience, we can share, upon request, carefully curated recommendations for restaurants and places to visit, as well as assistance in checking availability and booking a vehicle (an essential element for exploring the island with complete freedom).
Our team can organize every detail, ensuring a smooth, exclusive, and truly memorable stay.
Whale watching, volcanic wine tasting, massages, trekking in the volcano... experiences that only Pico can offer.
Embark on a journey to encounter the whales of the Atlantic.
Pico Island is one of the best places in the world to observe cetaceans in their natural habitat. The rich Atlantic waters surrounding the island are natural habitats for sperm whales, humpback whales, dolphins, and much more. An unforgettable experience.
We depart with experienced local operators aboard vessels always equipped with respect for animals and the ocean. We can arrange the booking for you.
"Enjoy a magnificent day in the company of whales and dolphins in one of the best areas in the world to spot them."
Taste the wines born from the lava of the Atlantic.
The best way to get to know Pico Island is through its wines. Produced in basaltic soil, within black stone walls that protect the vines from the Atlantic wind, Pico wines are unique in the world. The Criação Velha Vineyard has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004.
Visit the vineyards, meet the producers, and taste the wines where they were made. For a complete experience, arrange a wine dinner featuring local island products.
"Wines produced in basaltic lava soil, within black stone walls, a unique experience in the world."
Climb to the highest point in Portugal.
Pico Mountain, at 2,351 meters, is the highest point in Portugal and one of the most imposing volcanoes in the Atlantic. The ascent is a unique physical and sensory experience with views over the entire Azores archipelago and the ocean in all directions.
The ascent takes between 5 and 7 hours (round trip) and requires a certified guide.
"The highest point in Portugal is not visited. It is conquered, step by step, until the entire archipelago fits within the horizon."
Close your eyes.
Pico will take care of the rest!
A massage that adapts to the rhythm of your vacation, performed in the privacy of your home or outdoors, with the island's natural scenery as a backdrop. Specialized therapist, relaxing techniques, unique environment.
Tell us what you need and we'll take care of everything. You can schedule it for any day of your stay.