Ancient laurel trees emerge from the dense mist of Fanal Forest, creating an almost mystical atmosphere in the highlands of Madeira.

Dramatic sunset light over the iconic Ilhéus dos Mosteiros off São Miguel’s west coast.

Moss-covered trees line a quiet forest stream, where reflections and soft light reveal the lush, almost enchanted atmosphere of the Azores.

The Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse overlooks the Atlantic as the setting sun illuminates the horizon beneath dramatic clouds on Madeira’s wild western coast.

A solitary church tower catches a fleeting beam of sunlight as dark clouds gather over Madeira’s dramatic mountain landscape.

Jagged volcanic sea stacks rise from the restless Atlantic as the last golden light breaks beneath dramatic storm clouds along Madeira’s rugged coast.

Aerial view of a volcanic crater surrounded by the vibrant green patchwork fields of the Azores.

Aerial view of Terceira’s volcanic landscape, with green patchwork fields.

Golden evening light sweeps across the green fields and rugged volcanic cliffs of São Miguel’s northern coast, near Miradouro de Santa Iria.

A warm sunset over São Miguel’s northern coastline, framed by an old tree at Miradouro de Santa Iria.

Stepping stones lead across a tranquil lily pond surrounded by lush tree ferns and subtropical vegetation. Azores.

An old aqueduct slowly reclaimed by lush subtropical vegetation, hidden deep within the green heart of the Azores.

Waterfalls plunge through the mist-covered, emerald-green volcanic cliffs of Flores Island in the Azores.

A hidden aqueduct embraced by the lush vegetation of the Azores.

A hidden volcanic lake surrounded by the lush green landscape of the Azores.

Dramatic light sweeps across the twin lakes and volcanic crater of São Miguel.

From above, the lake reveals a remarkable resemblance to the iconic Apple silhouette.

Water carving its way through the untamed forests of the Azores.

Dramatic light over Lagoa do Fogo, one of São Miguel’s most impressive volcanic crater lakes.

Aerial patterns reveal the meeting of forest, crater lakes and volcanic shores at Lagoa do Fogo.

A quiet moment among the exotic vegetation of Terra Nostra Garden in Furnas.

Tree ferns and perfect reflections create a timeless scene in Terra Nostra Garden, Furnas.

Towering trees create a rich, layered canopy in Terra Nostra Garden, Furnas.

Vibrant hydrangeas bring a splash of blue to the subtropical gardens of Furnas.

Ancient-looking trunks wrapped in thick moss create a mysterious woodland scene on São Miguel.

A quiet forest path winding between towering, moss-covered trees on São Miguel.

Soft light finds its way between the ancient, moss-covered trees of São Miguel.

Golden sunrays illuminate the patchwork fields and stone walls of São Miguel’s countryside.

Golden sunset light illuminates the iconic Ilhéus da Ribeira da Janela and the moss-covered volcanic shore of Madeira.

Rugged volcanic rocks meet the restless Atlantic along Madeira’s dramatic eastern coast.

Sunset over the volcanic lakes of Sete Cidades on São Miguel, with hydrangeas framing the dramatic crater landscape.

The dramatic sea stacks of Ribeira da Janela rise from the Atlantic beneath a stormy Madeiran sky.

Salto do Cabrito cascading through a narrow volcanic gorge near Ribeira Grande, São Miguel.

Twisted trees and lush ferns create an almost enchanted atmosphere in the forests of São Miguel.

Towering trees converge toward the canopy in the deep forests of São Miguel.

Ancient roots weave across the forest floor, drawing the eye toward the light in the forests of São Miguel.

A cascading stream winds through the dense, moss-covered forests of São Miguel.

Twisted trunks wrapped in thick moss reveal the sculptural character of São Miguel’s forests.

Atlantic waves weave between volcanic rocks beneath the iconic Ilhéus dos Mosteiros on São Miguel’s west coast.

The rolling tea fields of Gorreana on São Miguel create beautiful patterns of green across the Azorean landscape.

A winding road follows the dramatic volcanic cliffs of Flores Island, Azores, towards the Atlantic.

Traditional thatched house surrounded by colourful hydrangeas in Santana, Madeira.

A secluded waterfall plunging through Madeira’s lush subtropical forest.

A delicate waterfall cascading through Madeira’s dense subtropical forest.