Opinions QUINTA DA TERÇA Livramento

Gostei muito de estar com os animais e do passeio, certamente para se repetir :)

Our family had such a great experience at Quinta da Terca! We went out for a 2 hour ride with Bruno, who was amazingly knowledgeable about the ecology of the island and all things animal/plant/terrain related. He was a perfect guide and made us all feel very comfortable on our horses.

The horses are all beautifully taken care of at the farm and were excellent for our family’s intermediate riding abilities.

Can’t say enough good things about this place! Highly recommend as a half day adventure on Sao Miguel, it was one of the highlights of our trip.

This is a remarkable place. While solo traveling, I was blessed to meet the incredible guide Bruno, Christina, and the team. I cannot recommend Quinta de Terca enough! I have written a full story about my experience below, but in short:
Quinta da Terca is safe, kind to the horses (and animals in general, they have adorable rescue dogs), and the staff is observant, compassionate, and otherwise incredible.
You simply must go!

Full story:
I emailed Christina about a full-day ride last minute because my hotel recommended their tours. There was space for me to join, but I took some wrong turns (there are a lot of roundabouts on the island) on the way there, and I arrived late. Even though they were waiting for me, they did not make me feel rushed. They thoroughly checked to ensure I was comfortable and safe riding on the horse. Unfortunately, I hadn’t ridden a horse in a long time and REALLY overestimated my own abilities, so at that point, we decided it was best if I didn’t go forward with the full-day ride. Even though I was late and wrong about my working experience level, Quinta de Terca was remarkably accommodating and kind about the situation and told me that I could go on a shorter ride around the area with Bruno, and let me choose between a 1, 2, or 3-hour ride.

As a solo female traveler, I usually would avoid an extended tour with one male guide, but I felt safe and went ahead and did a 3-hour ride with Bruno—an AMAZING guide. He is knowledgeable and observant. He can tell you so much about the local plants and could quickly tell how comfortable I was while walking/trotting/galloping on the horse. He checked in often to ensure I was always comfortable and safe. Once, he even double-checked to see if when I said I was doing “great,” I meant emotionally or physically on the horse. He cared so much about my experience.

Then, at the end of the ride, I realized that I had failed to secure my passport holder, which I was using as my only wallet, and had lost it during the ride. This was a big deal because it had all my cards and cash, and I was staying on the island alone. None of my friends or family were even on the same continent, let alone the same country as me, so losing this put me in an immediate emergency situation.

Bruno, Christina, and the other Quinta da Terca staff were, once again, incredibly kind about my own MASSIVE mistake. FAR BEYOND that, they actually spent hours helping me look for it, charge my phone, call multiple police stations to ask if it had been turned in (because I don’t speak any Portuguese), and ensure I safely returned to where I was staying that night.

They were all unbelievably kind and patient with me and never made me feel like a burden, even though I was constantly making SIGNIFICANT mistakes that took up their time. I cannot imagine how difficult my situation must've been for them. My mom was worried and called Christina multiple times, and still the Quinta da Terca team was concerned about making ME feel better. At one point, Christina even told me to go cuddle with the horses for my nerves, and later, Bruno told me about his experience solo traveling and how he lost his phone on a ride once.

There really isn’t enough room to write about what an incredible place this is and how excellent the Quinta da Terca team is. I am blessed to have met them. Please go, and when you do, make sure you have pockets that zip up!

My family of 4, including girls age 8,10, went there for the horse 2 hour tour and we had an amazing time. Our guides, Bruno and Ricardo were both the kindest, with a lot of experience and patience, they do everything with smiles and love for the horses and culture. Bruno explained everything to us, from the types of wild flowers to the mountains that we were seeing during the tour, they both speaks perfect English as well. We were first time horse riders and Without a doubt wont be the last horse riding experience, we look forward to coming back during our next trip!

Amazing experience, with lovely persons and beautiful horses

I went there for the horse 2 hour tour and we had an amazing time. Our guide, Bruno, was the sweetest and nicest, he has a lot of experience and patience, he does everything with love, his love for horses and nature. He explained everything to us, from the types of wild flowers to the mountains that we were seeing at the tour, he speaks perfect English as well. He was always with a smile. Without a doubt the best horse riding experience I've had.

Fantástica Quinta situada no Livramento. Equipa super profissional dando todas as instruções para que o passeio seja feito em segurança. Passeios fantásticos, cavalos super bem ensinados e preparados para todos os tipos de experiência. Uma ótima oportunidade de descobrir os segredos da Ilha de São Miguel.

Magiskt! I hjärtat mer hemma där än hemma här. Rekommenderar varmt ett besök (med risk att ni blir kvar).

A Week of Pure Bliss!
I recently had the most incredible week-long horseback riding experience. Charming hosts, exceptional food, and a genuine paradise.

The horseback riding excursions were nothing short of breathtaking, offering a perfect blend of adventure and tranquility. The well-trained horses added an extra layer of joy to the entire journey. Each ride felt like a dream, exploring picturesque landscapes that seemed straight out of a storybook.

Culinary delights were a highlight - fresh, local, and masterfully crafted.

The accommodations were cozy and comfortable, providing a perfect retreat after a day of exploration. Waking up surrounded by nature's beauty was a gift in itself. It truly felt like a little piece of paradise.

Thank you to the hosts for creating such a magical experience. I left with a heart full of gratitude and memories that will last a lifetime. I can't wait to return to this paradise!

Camille Colin

Wir waren zu zweit für eine Reittour dort. Im Vorfeld wurden wir bereits gut beraten, welche Touren für unsere Fähigkeiten geeignet sind, da ein absoluter Anfänger dabei war.
Die zweistündige Tour über die Insel war ein Traum. Uns wurden zwei Pferde zugeteilt, die zu unserem Können genau gepasst haben und unser Reitlehrer Bruno war super nett. Er hat uns gleichzeitig viel über die Natur erzählt, wodurch wir einiges über die Insel lernen durften. Auch wenn man vorher nie auf einem Pferd saß, ist diese Tour zu empfehlen, da auf dich geachtet wird und deine Kondition nicht überstrapaziert wird.
Zu der Tour: wir kamen an der Quinta an und haben die Pferde bereits fertig gesattelt vorgefunden. Bruno war uns behilflich beim einstellen der Steigbügel sowie beim richtigen Auf- und Absitzen im Falle des Anfängers. Danach ging es zwei Stunden durch die Natur mit einem kleinen Vortrag unter Pflanzen und die Azoreaner.
Alles in allem eine super schöne Erfahrung und für alle Stufen geeignet.

I tried this place today with my cousin, actually horse riding here is an amazing experience, specially with instructor Anca, although it was my first time joining horse riding trip but she made me feel relax and confidant, her clear instructions gentle and professional guidance behavior with excellent communication skill made it a wonderful day????????. However I suggest that you avoid riding the "white ball on 4 legs" ???? although he's sooo gentle horse but he's an eating machine stoping in every green corner to eat ( :

Promenade à cheval hyper agréable, en compagnie de Thomas qui est très pro et attentif.

De kinderen van 10 en 14 hebben paardgereden (buitenrit van 2 uur) en ervan genoten. De instructeur die mee gaat is erg geduldig en kijkt goed naar wat de kinderen aan kunnen en leuk vinden. Paarden worden goed verzorgd, krijgen bv een douche na iedere rit.

Anca has been a very kind guide for my 11 years children and me in a two hours horse ridding "full of adventures" into the forest!! Thanks!!!

I'm not good with words so I normally only give additional feedback if I have a good reason. With quinta Da terca I feel compelled to give extra feedback since I only had positive experiences. When you enter the domain, you immediately feel welcome passing the gate and are greeted with lushious plants and flowers. The rooms give a make-yourself-at-home feeling with a really charming interior and they are always nice and tidy when you get back from your daily activities. When meeting Claude and Christina you instantly feel at ease and welcome. These are two of the most genuinely loving and caring people you'll ever meet!! The food is very well prepared and plentiful, with a personal 'Christina' touch, inspired by the Azores and her Swedish heritage. All while Claude is being a colorful host, tending to all your needs ,with 1 or 2 (...or more) stories to accompany your meals. The stables and horses are maintained by several stable hands who treat you in the same way Claude and Christina do. Since it was the first time I was on a horse in years, I took lessons to prepare me for the outdoor trips, mainly with Tomás as my teacher. He was always patient and has given me the confidence and directions I needed to fully experience the outdoor walks with the group. The herd of horses are also treated with the same love and care as the guests are. If you ever get the chance to stay at quinta Da terca, do not hesitate! You'll never regret it. If I ever get a chance to go back to the Azores, I know where my Azores family is ????

Very nice place and we did a 2 hour riding trip and can totally recommend. Trip with nice views, friendly guide and also learned a lot about the nature. Thanks!

I wish there were 10 stars to give them. I can’t put into words what an exceptional experience Quinta da Terca was. It was my first time there, but I met multiple guests that were on their 10+ visit. They offer day rides, lessons and a proper bed & breakfast experience - so plenty to choose from. They accommodate people at all riding experience levels (or none at all like me!). I partook in all 3 with a week long learn to ride program and it was absolutely magical. If you have not booked a place yet, I HIGHLY recommend booking their bed and breakfast experience - it’s all home cooking with lots of love, local produce and the best cakes made from scratch.

Then the horse riding. You can book this even if you’re not staying with them, and it’s equally a fantastic experience. They have lots of trails to choose from. A very professionally managed operation, and everyone that works there takes pride in what they do with tremendous compassion for the horses. The days are always well managed and they ensure that whether you’re a beginner or advanced, you’re paired with the right guides and groups so everyone has the fullest experience.

Lastly, the lessons - if you’re looking to learn to ride, dip your toe in or for experienced riders to continue to hone your skill set, their instructor Manuel was really a special person to work with. He was very patient and what shines through is his instincts working with the horses and teaching the guests. I ended the week feeling more confident and excited to continue to learn.

A big thank you to Christina and the team at Quinta da Terca - I can’t wait to return.

Ich war im März zu Gast auf der schönen Quinta. Es herrscht eine herzliche und friedliche Stimmung. Die Zimmer sind gemütlich und super sauber. Es ist für alles gesorgt.
Das Essen ist hervorragend, reichlich und sehr abwechslungsreich.
Gastgeber und Mitarbeiter sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Ich habe mich zu jeder Zeit gut aufgehoben gefühlt. Individuelle Wünsche werden immer berücksichtigt.
Besonders beeindruckt bin ich von den tierischen Bewohnern der Quinta. Die Pferde sind sehr gepflegt, haben ein angenehmes Temperament und sind äußerst Menschen bezogen. Die Hunde und Katzen sind zutraulich und verschmust.
Die angebotenen Reittouren waren allesamt prima. Landschaftlich sehr unterschiedlich und mit wunderschönen Eindrücken.
Ich hatte eine tolle Woche und kann die Quinta da Terca nur wärmstens empfehlen.
Für Reiter und Naturliebhaber eine absolute Topadresse.

I did a small trail ride here, and it was really fun! I enjoyed riding in the streets as well as the forest. The horses are well behaved and easy to ride. My guide was so friendly and fun to talk to!

Una excursion de dos horas para principiantes con un guia super simpatico que hablaba español y nos explico muchisimas cosas de la isla. Recomendado
Heidi y Carlos :)

It was my two best hours of riding in the life. Everything was wonderful : the route of riding is just amazing with incredible views. Instructors are super clear, communicative and nice. I would like to repeat this experience again for sure ! THANK YOU!

Excelente lugar de andar de cavalos. Os guias são muito simpáticos e pacientes.

Super schöner Ausritt, ein sehr netter Host und die Pferde waren total entspannt und unproblematisch. Gerne wieder!