Geocaching, the present-day version of treasure hunting, involves signalling a desired geographical location with GPS coordinates. Geocachers are thus able to plan a route that will provide them an adventure in nature. The goal is to find the so-called caches, small boxes with GPS transmitters that were placed in strategic locations by other geocachers. To bring a symbolic "prize", they need to return the favour by leaving behind something for the other geocachers. Geocaching is a mixture of sport and leisure, and the Azores offer excellent conditions for this activity.


Closeup image of boiling water in the ground in FurnasAir view of the beautiful Caloura port, with a clear weather and pure waterSecondary road leading to the pico mountain at the horizon