Trip Overview
With personalized service and attention to detail, we propose this journey of shared companionship and enthusiasm.
In our van tours, adventure harmonizes with relaxation, tranquility, and the intrinsic quality of life, offering moments of appreciation, delight, and fulfillment – such as a thermal bath deep in the forest.
Driving along roads lined with ancient trees standing like sentinels of the past, we will reach the mountain’s summit, where a lookout reveals the almost violent beauty of the lagoon at the crater’s bottom.
On the slope, all around, there will be a blue curtain of the purest air, broken only by the call of seagulls and the murmur of the wind through the treetops.
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Min. Age
5 Years
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Season
Available all year
The Best Experience in São Miguel
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Duration:
50€
Half-Day
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Duration: Half-Day
Starting From: 50€
Itenerary
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Ponta Delgada
- Join us at our activity center at the port of Ponta Delgada for check-in, or if you prefer, you can wait for the transfer service.
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Pico da Barrosa
- We will start at Pico da Barrosa, where you can see both the southern and northern coasts of the island. It is a wonderful viewpoint that we highly recommend visiting when you are in São Miguel. It offers a stunning view, and from here, you can catch your first glimpse of the magical Fogo volcano and its lagoon.
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Viewpoint of Lagoa do Fogo
- We will descend to the viewpoint of Lagoa do Fogo to behold the blue lagoon, where you can enjoy nature at its best. Lagoa do Fogo is one of the most untouched places in São Miguel.
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Caldeira Velha
- To make this experience unforgettable, we will visit Caldeira Velha. The volcanic hot springs are surrounded by lush greenery. Dip and relax in warm, natural waters rich in iron. Discover also the famous hot waterfall and listen to the sounds of nature. It’s a must-visit stop on São Miguel Island. Don’t forget your swimsuit!
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Salto do Cabrito
- After this relaxing moment, we will make a stop at the incredible Salto do Cabrito waterfall. It’s a waterfall with a small stream of clear water.
- We will also have the opportunity to see a hydroelectric power station located near the waterfall. Take the time to contemplate the magnificent Salto do Cabrito waterfall, which is about 50 meters high.
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Ribeira Grande
- At the end of the day, we will pass through the center of Ribeira Grande before returning to Ponta Delgada.
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Way back home
- At the end of this experience, we will drop you back in Ponta Delgada.
Essencial Trip Info
What's Included
- Certified guide
- Pick up and drop off in Ponta Delgada
- Insurance (personal accident and liability)
Why this Tour
If you’re looking for a comfortable half-day trip to see some of the most magnificent highlights of São Miguel Island, then this is a tour we recommend.
You’ll get to admire the beauty of the Fire Lake Nature Reserve.
During this van tour, you’ll witness secondary volcanic activity, bathe in waters naturally heated by the Fire Volcano, and also learn more about electricity production in São Miguel.
Departure and Return
Departure Point
Near Ponta Delgada Harbor
Departure Time
Please select a date on the calendar on the top right hand side of this program page and check the available schedule.
Return Point
Returns to the original departure point or the drop of point you indicate during the checkout process.
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