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Gruta das Torres

Gruta das Torres is the longest known lava tube in Portugal, a guided walk through a cave formed by the same eruption that shaped much of the island.

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The cave

A lava tube, visited on a guided walk only. Helmet and torch are provided at the visitor centre. Book ahead in peak season: group sizes are capped for safety.

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