Enjoy the beauty of São Miguel with a different vehicle.
The Coast to Coast buggy tour visits farms, off-roads in the north and the south coast, many views of the island with unreal landscape and paths with volcanic rock.
Let yourself be carried away by nature and enjoy what we have to offer in this unique tour. With us you will feel the strong emotions and adrenaline of driving an off-road.
- All customers wishing to drive the vehicles need to present their driving licence valid in portugal;
- Before every tour, a liability statement is signed by all
drivers.
-It is required a safety deposit of 500.00 euros per vehicle in credit card (we will cancel the deposit until 72hours after). Vehicles have a third part insurance, the client is responsible for all damages.
With ECO in mind our Hybrid 4x4 Vehicle has a go off-road capability with the luxury and comfort of a modern SUV, whilst being kinder to the environment.
All of Azores Connections tours are private and tailored to your pace and ability, leaving you relaxed and with a head full of memories from the nature that will surround you on this truly unique Island experience.
Friendly tour guides take you to visit the best brethtaking views on the island. We get to find the hidden secrets of Sao Miguel. We go places where others cannot get to. The municipality Nordeste covers the northeastern part of the island São Miguel. It is the least populated area of São Miguel. The highest elevation of the island is here, Pico da Vara (1103 metres). Here is the home of the Priolo. The priolo is an endemic bird, restricted to the eastern part of the Island, namely to the mountainous area located among Pico da Vara, Planalto dos Graminhais.
Discovery the Nordeste! Characterize by the highest and oldest mountains and highest coast of the island , fantastic views with gardens , big volcanic walls, where the settlemnts starts,......its where the sun rising everydays, land of poets. On this tour you can visite the famous "salto do cavalo" view point where you can see Furnas valley and the beautifull lake of Furnas, waterfalls with traditional water mills,you can try the traditional gastronomy in tradicional restaurant, we visite Nordeste village the Arnel lithhouse, we visite simple and magnificent wheat museam, with so much history ,and the old thresher work by water and much more....finish the tour in Povoação village , the first village of the island , the first house first church, where one day everything started.... was for long time second island of São Miguel island
Its a tour very peacefull out of all tourist movement in the island , for sure you never forget!
Turn your day in a memorable moment with a totally personalized private tour, be part of a stress-free journey in São Miguel island. We take care of you all day, deciding with you what to see, where to go, when, and how long. Never feel rush or that you skip something better, we're here to take you to where you really want. The transport can be made by car up to 4 passengers or by mini-van up to 8. Just lay back and relax.
One of the best ways to get to know the island of São Miguel is by car, we go further and use an all-terrain vehicle, with all the possible comfort it can provide.
Organize your day with us, discover what interests you best.
Start your visit in the city of Ponta Delgada, passing through a fishing village, and explore the Furnas volcano area.
The start and end times of the tour are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and may start earlier or later, depending on the needs of each reservation.
This is "Your Trip" where our tours are also tailored to your needs, meeting what you prefer to visit.
PRIVATE TOUR - See the most spectacular sites in the Azores on a full-day shore excursion. Combine visits to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo and experience volcanic craters, magnificent lakes, and stunning views all of that with some tasty Azorean specialties at lunch.
Privacy for the group, you are accompanied by a local guide who will provide you with a unique day in your lives. The places to visit are unique and privileged by an unusually spectacular nature. i am very flexible in case you guy's like to choice the spots to visit i go anywhere since is a safety zones.
We transfer you in between Hotels/Airbnbs or from the Airport to Hotels/Airbnbs, while taking you sightseeing along the way. Instead of taking a regular taxi to your accommodation and having to make time until you can check-in, take an amazing scenic transfer with pit stops along the way. The transfer takes about 4h, and you can choose between Sete Cidades or Furnas, the two main natural attractions of the island.
If you choose Sete Cidades:
- Vista do Rei
- "Lagoa das Sete Cidades"
- "Lagoa do Canário"
- "Grota do Inferno" viewpoint
- "Escalvado" viewpoint
If you choose Furnas:
- "Lagoa das Furnas"
- "Caldeiras das Furnas"
- "Pico do Ferro" viewpoint
- "Gorreana" tea plantation
This is the best way to make use of the time between a check-out and check-in; during a layover; or right after your flight arrives since we pick up from the airport and will drop you off at your accommodation (for accommodations located on our pick-up defined area).
You didn´t have the time to read your guidebook and want to see as much as possible of the island in a day? If you don´t want to rent a car, or just want to sit back and relax, just let a local expert do this for you. This is a great way for you to get to know the ways around the island where the best of its highlights are located: the Center (Lagoa do Fogo volcano); and Furnas (Lake, village, Poça D. Beija hot springs, Gorreana Tea Plantation).
That´s why this is a great choice for your short stay in the island, but also a great way of soaking in your guide´s wisdom ant tips about the island, which will help you better plan your next days if you are staying longer. Therefore we suggest you to book this tour early on your trip!
Discover the volcanic wonders of Furnas on this full-day guided van tour, perfect for those who want to explore nature, culture, and local flavors in comfort.
Travel through the scenic countryside to Furnas Lake, where you’ll see the traditional geothermal cooking method used to prepare the famous Cozido stew— which you will be able to enjoy at local restaurant.
Relax in the thermal pools of Terra Nostra Garden—one of the most iconic botanical parks in the Azores.
The tour includes all entrance fees, lunch, and guided interpretation of volcanic activity, Azorean traditions, and the lush natural landscape. With small groups and comfortable transport, this is the ideal way to experience one of São Miguel’s most unique and unforgettable destinations.
On this tour you can see beautiful landscapes, sample sweets and one of the typical dishes of the island, indulge in hot springs, as well as taste a tea whose plantations are unique throughout Europe!
Join us on our exploration of Sete Cidades, one of the 7 natural wonders of Portugal. Enjoy some of the most iconic landscapes of the Azores from "Vista do Rei" and "Grota do Inferno" viewpoints. Learn about the local geology and biology and relax by the twin "blue and green" lakes. This walking tour includes a guide, a picnic lunch and all the needed transportation.
This tour allows you to see one of the highlights of São Miguel Island - the village of Furnas, known for its volcanic activity and hotsprings!
On this tour we will stop in Santa Iria viewpoint, where you will have an amazing view over the ocean and the cliffs/mountains of the north part of the island. Then, we will stop at the local tea plantations that still produce tea to this day - the only factories in Europe still operating.
On our way to Furnas we will stop at Pico do Ferro, an incredible view over Furnas lagoon and then we will stop at "Caldeiras das Furnas", where you will be able to see the volcanic activity at its peak.
You will also have the opportunity to bathe and relax in the local thermal hot springs before returning back to the hotel.
With this tour you can see the full east side of the island starting on the south until we arrive to the viewpoint of Nossa Senhora da Paz, an amazing view to the coast, the ocean and to the mountains.
Then we will make our way to Furnas volcano, where you will get the chance to see one of the places where the volcanic activity is most present and this is where you will be able to relax on the hotsprings of Terra Nostra, and also see and taste the famous "cozido" - the stew that is cooked underground with the heat from the volcano!
After lunch, we will go to the first settlement of the island - Povoação - inside of an extinct volcano and then, leaving this beautiful place, we go through Nordeste which is the most eastern point of the Island and known for its pristine gardens and flowers. You will get to have several views over the coast and even see a waterfall.
The final stop of this tour will be the local tea plantations - the only one in Europe that produces green & black tea.
This tour starts by visiting the pineapple plantations 'Augusto Arrudo', near Ponta Delgada city, where you will see how the pineapple is produced inside of greenhouses.
After the pineapple plantations, you will see the south coast of the island until we arrive to one of the most important viewpoints of this tour - Escalvado Viewpoint - where you will see the most recent eruption that São Miguel island had.
After this, you will go to the Sete Cidades volcano and stop in the village itself inside of the crater, where you will see interesting spots. Then, you will go to one of the most iconic viewpoints of the island - Vista do Rei (king's view) - where you will see the striking two-colored lagoon (the blue and green parts)
The tour is made comfortably in a jeep Land Rover properly equipped for the purpose and is perfect for those who want to have a off-road experience in São Miguel Island.
This jeep tour will start in the southeastern part of the island, in the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades, visiting Lagoa das Empadadas, Cumeeira Grande; Muro das Nove das Janelas; Sete Cidades village and Vista do Rei viewpoint. After lunch, served in a local restaurant, we´ll drive towards the Fogo complex and visit Pico da Barrosa, Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint, Caldeira Velha thermal baths, Salto do Cabrito and Ribeira Grande city.
NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.
Walking Tour Fogo Lake allows you to discover one of the best lakes in São Miguel Island. This tour starts at 9AM with pick up included at hotels in Ponta Delgada. Our next stop will be the lake surroundings, where the trail begins. It's included a picnic lunch and it's advised to bring comfortable clothes and shoes, swimsuit, towel, water and sun cream.
The fact that you go with local guide you have more flexibility, i know exactly where the perfect spots for your pictures.
The Nature the Fabolous views will make you feel in Paradise. Nordeste and Furnas get the most beautiful spots in this Island. I am sure the travel will fell a mist of emotions during the day. The Nature, the amazing green will be constantly in front of you.
The tour is made comfortably in a jeep Land Rover properly equipped for the purpose and is perfect for those who want to have a off-road experience in São Miguel Island.
With the highest concentration of lakes on the island, The Volcanic Complex of Sete Cidades is a charming place for nature lovers. On this jeep tour you´ll be visiting Lagoa das Empadadas, Cumeeira Grande, Muro das Nove Janelas, Sete Cidades village and Vista do Rei Viewpoint.
NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.
After exploring several lakes around the area with an all-terrain ride travel, along the craters of Sete Cidades, visit the small parish and then continue your way to the sea shore to witness the secondary volcano wonders of hot sea water (lunch included).
On our excursions you will have a personalized service with professional drivers and guides. We will leave Ponta Delgada to make a circuit through Lagoa do Fogo and the Azores Furnas. Come and enjoy the day to discover some of the wonders of the Azores.
