In a nutshell

Explore Quinta Pedagogica da Camacha, a farm dedicated to sustainable agriculture and community-based tourism. Learn about the environmental impact of certain agricultural practices as you engage in hands-on workshops guided by the farm’s owner. Pick ripe fruits, help maintain the fields and learn the proper way to sow seeds in fresh soil and enjoy homemade cakes and freshly brewed teas.

Main stops

Quinta Pedagogica da Camacha Farm: walk through woodland with the owner to find out about the uses of aromatic herbs
Experience of a range of farming workshops
Tasting of home-made cakes and teas, and bread with local marmalades

The programme

Visit Quinta Pedagogica da Camacha, a small farm committed to sustainable agriculture and community-based tourism. Here, your National Geographic-trained guide will offer insights into the region and introduce you to the farm’s owner, Bruno Santos. Having left accounting for agriculture, Bruno now dedicates his life to helping his neighborhood through sustainable farming, a lowered environmental footprint and community outreach.
Follow Bruno through flowering groves and lush grass paths as you explore the grounds and learn about the many uses for their freshly grown herbs. There’s even a small market Bruno created to help other local vendors reach their greater community and visiting tourists.
You’ll also experience a host of seasonal activities, offered exclusively to National Geographic travelers. Harvest ripe fruits, and discover the best practices for field maintenance and sow seeds in a planting workshop. Afterwards, you’ll relax and enjoy refreshing tea brewed from the farm’s own herbs, as well as homemade cakes, toast and jams preserved from local fruits.

Good to know

The tour may be canceled in bad weather.
Wear sneakers and suitable clothes for the route, and don't forget a cap and a full water bottle.