Quick Details
Enjoy a Beekeeping Experience in São Miguel, Azores, at a former wine production farm in Fenais da Luz, where old vines of different varieties can still be seen, now populated by species native to the island important for bees. Over 2 hours, take on the role of a true beekeeper: after a safety briefing, discover the beehives, learn how they’re organized, and try to find the queen. Finish with a taste of honey fresh out of the hive, harvested by you. Ages 13+, with a reduced rate for children 6–12.
Adults
(13+ years)
€ 51
Child
(6-12 years)
€ 38
Enjoy a Beekeeping Experience in São Miguel – Azores!
This bee farm was a wine production farm where old vines of different varieties can still be seen. The farm no longer produces wine and is now populated by species native to the Azores Island and other important species for bees. Bees are incredible beings with a high importance for human beings! In this immersive experience, you’ll take on the role of a true beekeeper. Start with a small briefing on safety measures and an explanation of what you’re going to do, then move on to discovering the beehives. When opening the hive, discover the different varieties, how the hive is organized, what functions they perform throughout their lives, and who knows — find the queen! At the end, the bees present you with a taste of honey fresh out of the hive and harvested by you.
What is included
- Arrival at the farm and welcome by the farmer
- Guided tour of the farm
- Workshop about hives
- Visit the apiary (with bee suit)
- Honey tasting
What is not included
- Transportation to the farm
Itinerary
- Welcome – Arrival at the farm and safety briefing
- Guided Tour – Explore the former vineyard, now populated with native plant species
- Hive Workshop – Learn how a beehive is organized
- Apiary Visit – Suit up and open the hives, trying to spot the queen
- Honey Tasting – Taste honey harvested straight from the comb
Highlights
A genuinely new, undiscovered experience. Past guests describe feeling like they’d found a hidden gem, even before local tour guides knew about it.
From vineyard to apiary. The farm’s history as a former wine production site, now home to native Azorean plants for bees, adds a distinctive layer to the visit.
Real hands-on beekeeping. Suiting up and opening the hives yourself, with the chance to spot the queen, offers a genuinely immersive role, not just observation.
A warm, deeply passionate host. Past guests consistently praise Carla’s warmth and knowledge, making the experience comfortable even for families with small children.
Meeting point
- After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.
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Is it safe to get close to the bees?
Yes, you’ll wear a proper bee suit and receive a safety briefing before visiting the apiary.Will I see the queen bee?
The visit includes trying to spot the queen among the hive’s bees — part of the fun of the experience.What’s included in the tasting?
Honey tasted fresh out of the hive, harvested by you.Is this suitable for children?
Yes, this is a family-friendly experience — children aged 6–12 have a reduced rate, and past guests confirm it’s well suited to families with young children.Is transportation included?
Transportation is not included, but private transfer can be arranged on request.What is the minimum and maximum group size?
Groups of up to 8 are welcome.Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for our policy.
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My friend and I loved our time with Carla and her honeybees. She was very welcoming when we first arrived and very knowledgeable throughout our whole experience. She made us feel very comfortable around the bees and always explained what she was doing and why. And the honey is delicious! If you are in São Miguel and value local, unique experiences you should definitely pay a visit !
– August 15, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing tour! Great to learn about the incredible and complex world of bees. The tour guide is super friendly and at the end we could even try delicious bread with honey and lemonade. A must-go!
– September 07, 2025 – Verified booking
We had a very special time today! the passion of the farmer for the world of bees really shows. Being able to wear the professional beekeeping gear and see a hive from close up were unique experiences. We also really enjoyed tasting the honey. We would love to do it again. Thank you for the wonderful personality and for giving us a glimpse into your beautiful world!
– October 05, 2025 – Verified booking
This was a fantastic experience! Carla is such a sweet person and really knows her way around bees. We felt very comfortable getting up close, and seeing the inner workings of the Hive. The honey itself is delicious, as is her lemonade. Definitely swing by here for a tour!
– November 03, 2025 – Verified booking
This was one of the best and most unique experiences during our time in Sao Miguel! As the owner only started hosting private tours to her apiary this year, this experience is not yet well known and even our tour guides were not familiar with it! With that said, it was still difficult getting a booking and it is only a matter of time before the word gets out! Definitely do this when you’re in Sao Miguel and it is definitely suitable for families with small children. An informative and interactive experience where you can get an inside look into the world of honeybees! Highly recommended!
– November 10, 2025 – Verified bookingShare your experience
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