Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo full day – Private Tour
On this visit, you will see the west side, the breathtaking Sete Cidades, and Vista do Rei perspective, giving you the sight of the Irresistible Blue and Green Lake alongside the seductive civil parish of Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo Mountain view, ending with the magic thermal waters bath for an unforgettable day in paradise.
Group: maximum 8 pax
Duration: full-Day 8 hrs
Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo
Embark on a magical journey exploring the enchanting western side of São Miguel Island with our friendly tour guide. Be captivated by the famous Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo crater lakes, charming waterfalls, breathtaking cliffs, and impressive rock formations along the island's coastline.
Duration: 8 hours
Meeting point: Pick up at the Hotel
Sete Cidades, Mosteiros and Ferraria
We set off from Ponta Delgada towards Sete Cidades on the Covoada side with the following itinerary:
- Pico do Carvão viewpoint, Lagoa do Canário, Grota do Inferno viewpoint, Cerrado das Freiras viewpoint, Santiago Lagoon, Vista do Rei viewpoint.
Then we head down to the picturesque town of Sete Cidades, where we'll stroll along the banks of the green lagoon and visit the Church of São Nicolau. Next, we'll head to Mosteiros to enjoy its black sand beach and four islets. Finally, we'll visit Ponta da Ferraria, where you can take a hot dip in the sea, depending on the time of year and the tide.
This tour is available in Portuguese and English.
Snorkeling
Special Charter – 2 days/1 night
Whether with our skipper on board or not, come and experience the pleasure of sailing along our coastline to Vila da Povoação, passing by the islet of Vila Franca and our beaches. Overnight stay on board at Povoação marina.
Meeting Point: Marina - Marina Ponta Delgada
Duration: departure at 10am & arrival the following day at 6pm
Up to 4 people
Tour Lagoa do Fogo e Nordeste
We leave Ponta Delgada in the direction of Lagoa do Fogo, descend to Caldeira Velha and then go to Salto do Cabrito. We go further down to the Ribeira Grande boilers. On the way to Nordeste, we stop at the Gorreana tea factory and in the municipality of Nordeste we visit the following places:
- Ribeira dos Caldeirões Park
- Nordeste village
- Ponta do Sossego viewpoint
- Ponta da Madrugada viewpoint
This tour is available in Portuguese and English
Tour Safari 4×4 – Lake of Fire | Half Day
Discover the heart of São Miguel on this thrilling Lagoa do Fogo Jeep Tour, where breathtaking landscapes and hidden gems await. Unlike conventional tours, this adventure takes you off the conventional roads to experience the island’s geothermal wonders and pristine nature up close.
Duration - Approximately 3.5 hours
Meeting point - Pick-up & Drop off on hotel in Ponta Delgada
Vila Franca do Campo: Birdwatching & Snorkeling
Vila Franca Islet Reserve (October 16 to April 14)
See upclose a volcanic marvel – the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo off-coast protected natural reserve. Learn more about its geology, and living fauna and flora!
The tour starts with a short briefing introducing to the volcanic islet’s geology, plant and animal species that can be found, the nature reserve’s rules, and safety. Everyone will follow the Guide and Skipper to their designated boat, for 10 minutes travelling by sea to the Islet.
West Coast Tour
Sete Cidades is a charming civil parish nestled within the caldera of the dormant Sete Cidades volcano. Here lies the largest azorean lagoon where the views seem like out of a fairytale, divided between the Blue and Green lagoons. Embrace Mosteiros, the westernmost point on the island with its natural pools and volcanic islets, make one of the favorite summer retreats for the locals and the best sunset spot!
Duration: 7.5h
Meeting point: Ponta Delgada, Lagoa or Ribeira Grande
Cancellations: full refund up until 48h before the start of the tour. Half refund between 48h and 24h. No refunds in the last 24h before the start.
Age: 4+
Accessibility: non-accessible
Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour
Meet us at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo for check-in at the specified time
The journey starts with a short briefing introducing Cetacean (Whales and Dolphins) local species, their migration and behavioural patterns, and onboard safety
Follow the Guide and Skipper to your designated boat, and go out to sea. Lookouts high inland help locate our friends, and provide directions via VHF Radio to where the boat will travel, initially at high speed. Carefully approaching our friends, your Guide will keep you informed, collect field imagery and data for local research, and is always available throughout to provide answers to any specific questions – feel free to ask
Marine Wildlife can be observed yearlong. More than 25 cetacean species are possible to observe, Sperm Whales are resident alongside 3 dolphin species, and abundant marine biodiversity.
Wine & Food Walking Tour in Ponta Delgada, inc. Dinner
Explore Ponta Delgada on a relaxed, three-hour walking tour that pairs distinctive Azorean wines with local seafood, meat, artisanal cheeses and dessert.
Duration - 3 hours
Meeting point Portas da Cidade - Praça Gonçalo Velho Cabral
Cancellations - Standard cancellation policy: 75% refund for cancellations made more than 60 days in advance. 50% refund for cancellations made more than 15 days in advance. 25% refund for cancellations between 3–14 days in advance. No refund within 72 hours.
Age - 12 – 99
