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PICOmeUP is a travellers guidance service that is provided by locals professionals that were actually born and raised in the islands of Azores, Portugal. Therefore able to receive you and organically guide you and provide you the top experience in the mysterious Azores islands.
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Pat A
5 contributions
Feb 2020
In February 2020 my family went to Pico where my great great grandfather was born. We had a blast with Manny from Picomeup. I am 11 years old and learned a lot of history about the island. We had a day full of going to some cool vineyards and Manny taught me how to build a stone wall. I also went on a wind mill and he brought us to a museum where we saw a cool whaling ship and hunting weapons. I was able to bring up water from an old well in a bucket . He showed us a museum full of wine with an awesome old truck. He spent a lot of time with me and was the nicest person in the world. He even got me to try lapas and I am picky
Written July 5, 2020
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Hi James,
Thank you for leaving this wonderful 5-Stars review. At Pico Me Up, we continuously strive to have everyone fell the way you did. Happy to hear this.
We had such a fun trip together, Manuel got to learn a lot from you guys and enjoyed every moment he spent together, showing you around Pico. It was a day filled with fun adventure with you all. Happy you enjoyed the cool ship, visiting the old water mill, trying the laps which were very brave of you. And thank you for the note of "meeting the nicest person in the world" ❤️
Looking forward to seeing you again in the future, Buddy!
Obrigado,
Pico Me UP | team
Written July 29, 2020
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Ivana_Sehic
Terceira, Portugal3 contributions
Dec 2019 • Solo
Hiking Pico with Manuel was the best of my Acores experience. His true passion and respect for his work reflects in every single part of the journey - from organizational and technical to artistic - you’ll walk away with amazing pictures looking like you conquered the world! Manuel’s approach is bespoke to each person and with him I felt I could do much more and much better than what I would have thought on my own. He is the person you want by your side in these type of adventure!
Written January 3, 2020
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Dearest Ivana,
Thank you for your confidence in our team! We are content with the experience you had with our team, as Manuel sends he’s regards.
Please reach out to us if you're ever back in the area :) Let’s stay connected on Instagram or Facebook!
Again, we thank you for taking the time to express your experience with us and anyone who is deciding to climb Pico Mountain!
Best wishes to you,
PICOmeUP ~ team
Written January 27, 2020
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Miriam Blom D
5 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
My husband and I did the overnight climb of Mount Pico. The experience was absolutely amazing from beginning to end. Amazing group and incredible instructors, Manuel and Richardo. We had a nice pace and they were very good at suiting the hike to the group, so that both those in good shape and those struggling had a nice trip. The gear was in really good condition and the general atmosphere was perfect. We can only recommend doing an overnight (night sky with the milky way was breathtaking).
Written August 27, 2022
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Renee E
Honolulu, HI37 contributions
Jun 2024 • Solo
Highlight of the Azores! After two weeks exploring São Miguel, Faial and Pico, this 24 hour expedition made my trip. Manuel made everything easy, provided quality gear, and kept us all safe. While it’s possible to do this hike without a guide, I highly recommend the overnight climb with Pico Me Up. Watching the sunset above the clouds after an arduous hike up, spending a gorgeous night under the stars, and taking in the sunrise at the summit await you if you decide to go this route. The way down was mentally and physically taxing, but Manuel knew when to break, when to give us a heads up about obstacles, and how to keep our spirits up. 10/10 recommend.
Written June 26, 2024
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Karolis
Amsterdam, The Netherlands8 contributions
Aug 2023
Great overnight climbing experience. The guide was very professional and supported us at different stages of the hike. One of our group members couldn't continue, so he helped us arrange the hike down and also organised accommodation for the fellow. The sunset and sunrise have been majestic with really nice pictures taken by the guide. The climb itself has been relatively difficult for someone who doesn't hike regularly, plus we found the surface to be steep and unstable at frequent points. To our success, the weather was clear, without rain or too much wind and we even saw the Milky Way. Advice for other climbers would be to bring warm clothes like gloves and winter cap - at the top it feels like 5 degrees celcius.
Written August 27, 2023
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Martin H
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Couples
Magical
5 stars because I can't put any more...
There are moments when you know you're going to remember them for the rest of your life. We can then savor every moment...
This experience was one of those moments...
It has to be said that the weather was perfect and the Pico was at its best...
The 5 of us enjoyed a privileged moment at the top of the mountain, watching the sun set above the clouds with an unobstructed view of the horizon.
Sunrise was less intimate, but just as wonderful.
I was forgetting what undoubtedly made the experience unforgettable: our guide Matéo.
I can't remember ever being so well accompanied on a tour. He's really top-notch. A real enthusiast, attentive, giving real advice, with humor and intelligence. He made the experience unique...
Obrigado Mateo
PS: thanks also to Valentina & Alessandra for their sympathy and good humor and especially for the information about pinacolada a Sao Miguel 🤤.
Magic
5 stars because I can't wear more...
There are times when we are aware that they will stick in our memory for a lifetime. We can then enjoy every moment...
This experience with is part of those moments...
It must be said that we had perfect weather and that the Pico proved at its best...
We had a privileged time at 5 at the top of the mountain to watch the sunset over the clouds with a clear view of the horizon.
The sunrise was done with less privacy but was just as wonderful.
I forgot what undoubtedly made the experience unforgettable, it is our guide Matéo.
I do not remember being so well accompanied during a visit. He's really on top. A true passionate, caring, giving real advice, with humor and intelligence. He made this experience unique...
Obrigado Mateo
PS: thank you also to Valentina & Alessandra for their sympathy and good mood and especially for the information on pinacolada a Sao Miguel 🤤.
Martin
5 stars because I can't put any more...
There are moments when you know you're going to remember them for the rest of your life. We can then savor every moment...
This experience was one of those moments...
It has to be said that the weather was perfect and the Pico was at its best...
The 5 of us enjoyed a privileged moment at the top of the mountain, watching the sun set above the clouds with an unobstructed view of the horizon.
Sunrise was less intimate, but just as wonderful.
I was forgetting what undoubtedly made the experience unforgettable: our guide Matéo.
I can't remember ever being so well accompanied on a tour. He's really top-notch. A real enthusiast, attentive, giving real advice, with humor and intelligence. He made the experience unique...
Obrigado Mateo
PS: thanks also to Valentina & Alessandra for their sympathy and good humor and especially for the information about pinacolada a Sao Miguel 🤤.
Magic
5 stars because I can't wear more...
There are times when we are aware that they will stick in our memory for a lifetime. We can then enjoy every moment...
This experience with is part of those moments...
It must be said that we had perfect weather and that the Pico proved at its best...
We had a privileged time at 5 at the top of the mountain to watch the sunset over the clouds with a clear view of the horizon.
The sunrise was done with less privacy but was just as wonderful.
I forgot what undoubtedly made the experience unforgettable, it is our guide Matéo.
I do not remember being so well accompanied during a visit. He's really on top. A true passionate, caring, giving real advice, with humor and intelligence. He made this experience unique...
Obrigado Mateo
PS: thank you also to Valentina & Alessandra for their sympathy and good mood and especially for the information on pinacolada a Sao Miguel 🤤.
Martin
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Written June 22, 2024
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Luka J
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
We were a small group of 7 people and the whole experience will be something I will never forget.
We had a really experienced guide who provided us a lot of hig quallity gear for the overnight climb, sleep and morning descend. He was prepared to always lend a hand and go beyond tne norm to help us as a group.
The conditions were quite demanding and even though it was raining through the night the tent was amazing and the sleeping bags warm.
The morning sunrise was an extraordinary site, well worth the climb.
We had a really experienced guide who provided us a lot of hig quallity gear for the overnight climb, sleep and morning descend. He was prepared to always lend a hand and go beyond tne norm to help us as a group.
The conditions were quite demanding and even though it was raining through the night the tent was amazing and the sleeping bags warm.
The morning sunrise was an extraordinary site, well worth the climb.
Written September 5, 2022
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João V
London, UK7 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
Picomeup provided an extraordinary experience from start to finish! Climbing Pico Mountain with them was beyond anything I could have imagined. Manuel, our guide, was simply exceptional—his deep knowledge of the mountain, combined with his infectious enthusiasm, made the entire journey unforgettable. He ensured that everyone felt safe, motivated, and excited throughout the climb. The breathtaking views and the sense of accomplishment upon reaching the summit were incredible, but it was Manuel's expert guidance and the seamless organization by Picomeup that truly made this adventure outstanding. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an unforgettable adventure! 10/10
Written August 15, 2024
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Maria A
8 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
The experience of a lifetime.
Of a brutal intensity, physical and mental.
A dream fulfilled, another long goal in my life.
Without the support of the Picomeup team I would not have succeeded, Nuno and Manuel were exceptional. Manuel literally took me a “weight from above”, “saved me” from the immense load and made me believe in Super Men.
I ate the best soup of my life, in the light of the stars, in an idyllic place in the company of wonderful people. I slept in the sound of the wind and illuminated by the most beautiful sky in the world.
I drank a hot tea, which warmed my body and soul as I watched the magic of the sunrise. I felt the heat of the earth at the highest point in Portugal. What better could I ask? I've never felt so close to God... thanks to Manuel and Nuno from Picmeup, without them nothing of this was possible!
Of a brutal intensity, physical and mental.
A dream fulfilled, another long goal in my life.
Without the support of the Picomeup team I would not have succeeded, Nuno and Manuel were exceptional. Manuel literally took me a “weight from above”, “saved me” from the immense load and made me believe in Super Men.
I ate the best soup of my life, in the light of the stars, in an idyllic place in the company of wonderful people. I slept in the sound of the wind and illuminated by the most beautiful sky in the world.
I drank a hot tea, which warmed my body and soul as I watched the magic of the sunrise. I felt the heat of the earth at the highest point in Portugal. What better could I ask? I've never felt so close to God... thanks to Manuel and Nuno from Picmeup, without them nothing of this was possible!
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Written July 1, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
maria batista
Samora Correia, Portugal9 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
First of all I want to thank Manel Goulart from Pico Me Up for his amazing Guide and person, without him I would not have been able to realize this great dream that seemed impossible to me and also for the incredible companionship of the group. Thank you for your help and patience!
A dream that I wanted to realize for some time but I was always delaying because I thought I couldn’t, but eventually came the day, the day to challenge myself physically as I had never done. The journey was quite tough, but the experience was amazing, surreal, I have no words to describe what I felt and saw up there, that starry sky and silence, everything was magical. Now I look at the mountain and think “I was really there?”
This is for us Grandpa, who never had the opportunity to meet you but who fortunately managed to pass your passion on this island which I call refuge. I let myself look at Piquinho, thinking about you and the stories Grandma tells and couldn't believe where she was. This connection is also due to the fact that it is the only place where I feel most connected to you and that is why I feel immensely grateful and happy.
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A dream that I wanted to realize for some time but I was always delaying because I thought I couldn’t, but eventually came the day, the day to challenge myself physically as I had never done. The journey was quite tough, but the experience was amazing, surreal, I have no words to describe what I felt and saw up there, that starry sky and silence, everything was magical. Now I look at the mountain and think “I was really there?”
This is for us Grandpa, who never had the opportunity to meet you but who fortunately managed to pass your passion on this island which I call refuge. I let myself look at Piquinho, thinking about you and the stories Grandma tells and couldn't believe where she was. This connection is also due to the fact that it is the only place where I feel most connected to you and that is why I feel immensely grateful and happy.
⛰️❤️
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Written August 17, 2024
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