For photographers, visiting the Azores, this is the island you probably shouldn't miss, because there are so many beautiful and photogenic places like huge waterfalls, the hiking paths just beside the ocean and some beautiful lakes in the inner part of the island.
The best time to visit Flores is from late May to July when the island's signature blue hydrangeas are in full bloom, creating a stunning contrast against the deep green landscape. This period offers the most stable light conditions and lush vegetation, ideal for capturing the island's vibrant natural palette. For waterfall photography, the late spring months are particularly rewarding as the water volume remains high from winter rains while the weather begins to clear. Early morning and late afternoon provide the best soft light, as the high cliffs can create deep shadows across the valleys during midday. Be prepared for rapidly changing weather, which often brings dramatic mist and low clouds that add a mystical quality to the scenery.
The best way to get to this island is definitely by plane, but during the summer you can also get there by ferry, which takes much more time though and is not available during the winter time. If you want to get to Flores, you should check the availablity of apartments and a rental car as early as possible, since the island isn't so big and there is usually not so much available. It's anything else than touristic, which can be good if that's the kind of journey you are looking for.
To capture the essence of Flores, focus on the iconic waterfalls at Poço da Alagoinha; use a tripod and a circular polarizer or ND filter to achieve a silky effect on the multiple cascading streams. The western coast at Fajã Grande is perfect for sunset shots featuring dramatic sea stacks and rugged cliffs. Explore the central plateau to photograph the 'Sete Lagoas' (Seven Lakes) from various viewpoints, where a wide-angle lens is essential to capture the scale of the volcanic craters. Because of the frequent humidity and sudden rain, always carry high-quality microfiber cloths and weather protection for your camera. Drone photography is highly recommended here to showcase the dramatic topography, but be mindful of the often strong Atlantic winds.
Here is how Flores (Azores) is called in other languages:
CS Flores (Azory)
DE Flores (Azoren)
EL Φλόρες (Αζόρες)
ES Flores (Azores)
FI Flores (Azorit)
FR Flores (Açores)
HI फ्लोरेस (अज़ोरेस)
HR Flores (Azori)
IS Flores (Azoreyjar)
IT Flores (Azzorre)
JA フローレス島 (アゾレス諸島)
NL Flores (Azoren)
NO Flores (Azorene)
PL Flores (Azory)
PT Flores (Açores)
RU Флореш (Азорские острова)
SV Flores (Azorerna)
TR Flores (Azorlar)
ZH 弗洛雷斯岛 (亚速尔群岛)
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