Tours in Ponta Delgada

Visiting a place it's more than exploring and taking pictures. It's also about understanding what makes that place special and unique, it's culture, it's people. I've lost count of how many people I've encountered that regretted renting a car and exploring on their own (all the stress involved and the nature of the island twisty narrow roads contribute to that), or others that at the tea or pineapple plantations ask me to give some explanation about what they are seeing when they are not my clients and realize what they are missing. On a private tour, tailored to your needs and interests, you can let an experienced tour guide drive you around in a safe and relaxed environment, learn about the places you visit and, in some way, become a local too. You won't have to divide the guide's attention with others, it's a private tour! You'll learn the local culture, economy, habits while being driven by not only a local experienced guide… But a friend!

Dive into a middle of the atlantic where the fauna and flora is something memorable and unique! Discover the fantastic water from Azores!

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.

Book your Private Round-Trip Transfer from Ponta Delgada Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to São Miguel Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private ,door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Explore as much as possible of Furnas in one day, with stops at all the best views and experiences on the area. Taste a stew cooked underground and experience a bath in the hot springs.

Discover the central crater of Lagoa do Fogo crater. Relax at the end of the day sipping a local gin at the Gin Library. Departing from Ponta Delgada, we head to Lagoa do Fogo, one of the largest waterbodies in the Azores, located in the central area of the island of São Miguel. The last eruption occurred in 1563. From this view point we can see both the north and southern coasts and the beautiful glimmering waters of the fire lake. After taking in the beautiful view of Lagoa do Fogo we will head to Santa Barbara beach. A wide shoreline of dark sand with high cliffs & brisk waters, popular with surfers & bodyboarders. A refreshing Gin awaits us at the next stop. The Gin Library. Visit Europe’s largest collection of gin here on the island of Sao Miguel. Taste the local Azorean gins, Ghosts of The Ocean and Rocha Negra as you learn about the history of all things juniper at The Gin Library.

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 will begin in Pico da Barrosa, where you can see both north and south part of the island. Then you´ll be able to enjoy Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint and Interpretation Center of Caldeira Velha. The beautiful waterfall of Salto Do Cabrito and the city of Ribeira Grande you´ll delight your experience with Azores For All. NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.

View a colorful assortment of pots, cups, tiles, and plates at the Cerâmica Vieira pottery factory. Travel to the Fogo Lake and take in its verdant shores and turquoise waters. Head to the hot springs of Caldeira Velha where you can soak in the waters of the hot springs (tickets not included). Stop for a quick lunch break in the center of Ribeira Grande, for some traditional dishes. After lunch make a stop at Gorreana, the only tea plantation in Europe. Admire the lush green layered crops before continuing to 4 viewpoints where you can take pictures of the highlands and the coast. IMPORTANT: If you wish to bathe in the hot springs, please message us upon booking, to reserve the tickets. ALL PASSENGERS MUST BE READY AT THE DESIGNATED PICKUP LOCATION AT 8:45 A.M. Delays may be expected, due to traffic or other reasons. Bookings made less than 48 hours prior to the start of the tour may not be able to take the tour in German, French, or Spanish. Please contact us if needed.

Amazing hike in the central part of the island at the bottom of the volcano of Lagoa do Fogo, where you will hike among lush vegetation, water streams and a beautiful natural waterfall that you can even swim in. In the end of the hike, you will also have the opportunity to relax on the hotsprings that are naturally heated by Lagoa do Fogo volcano. Also included in this tour is one of the most important views of the Island - the viewpoint to the caldera of Lagoa do Fogo - one of the seven wonders of Portugal! This hike takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete and it is 8.5 km (5.2miles) long with a medium difficulty level.

I live on the island of São Miguel from 2003, until then did not know what in the world there is a unique natural place like this. All this beauty I'm happy to show. Private tours have the advantage that we are our own masters, we are not tied to a time frame.

Visit Sete Cidades Volcano where you will be driven in a 4x4 through the ridge of the crater heading to the inside, uncovering the secrets and legends of this geologic complex, with stops along the way to enjoy the beautiful and astonishing landscapes. Explore as well the north west part on the outside of the crater visiting Mosteiros a lava deltic formed from the erupçtion of Pico da Mafra, and Ferraria another lava deltic from the erupction of Pico das Camarinhas, two of the forty six erupctions that occurred around the Caldera od the volcano since its colapse at 36000 years ago.

An Amazing hike in one of the highest points in São Miguel Island. If you are looking for perfect combination of mountains, valleys, endemic vegetation and lagoons, then this is the right hike for you! During this tour you will also have the opportunity see one of the most famous views in the island - Boca do Inferno - where you can see the the full rim of the caldera of Sete Cidades. In the end of this hike, you will also be mesmerized by the main viewpoint in Sete Cidades - Vista do Rei - where you can see the too lagoons united, forming a unique sight in the world. This hike is 4.9 km long (3 miles), of medium difficulty level and it takes around 2 hours to complete.

Come with us and enjoy the best panoramas of the island, passing through the most famous lagoons, waterfalls and stunning views, even passing through the Azorean pineapple plantation, being able to see the entire process and also taste the best products derived from it, all on a private tour in a van accompanied by experienced local guides, we are waiting for you.

Explore the first settlement from Sâo Miguel island. Along the walk, your group will discover an abandoned traditional Azorean town and then walk up to an exquisite waterfall where you can have a relaxing swim. Along the way, see a splendid diversity of flora and interact with the locals.

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.

Relax with this transfer service with professional drivers. We use vehicles with maximum safety and comfort.

Our adapted van tours are suitable for people with reduced mobility. Let your self be fascinated by the two biggest lakes on the island: Lagoa do Fogo and Lagoa das Sete Cidades. In the category of non-marine aquatic areas, Lagoa das Sete Cidades is considered one of the seven wonders of Portugal. In the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades you can visit the Escalvado viewpoint, Sete Cidades village, Lagoa de Santiago, Vista do Rei and Carvão viewpoint. In the Fogo complex, you can enjoy the stunning view of Pico da Barrosa, following the Lagoa do Fogo viewpoint and Caldeira Velha thermal springs. The city of Ribeira Grande will be your last stop. NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.

Enjoy a scenic walk to Fogo Lake, one of the biggest and most beautiful lakes on Sâo Miguel Island. This lake is only reachable on foot.

The tour takes us to discover the most geographically rugged and remote area of São Miguel Island. Following by the southern coast, we'll arrive to the village of Povoação, where we will stop to taste the famous "Fofas da Povoação" (local pastry). Then, our tour continues to the most flowery municipality of São Miguel Island, Nordeste. We will have the opportunity to enjoy the landscapes led by viewpoints of Ponta do Sossego and Ponta da Madrugada overlooking the coast of the villages. We will admire the ancient water mills of the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Park, where for decades the cereals of the surrounding parishes where grinded. The tour also includes passage in Gorreana Tea factory, one of the few existing in Europe and the oldest of our island, with a taste of the different teas produced there. The return to Ponta Delgada is made by north Coast, from which one can admire the way the sea and the winds of the North quadrant shaped the northern hillsides.

Book a hassle-free private transfer from/to Ponta Delgada International Airport Ilha do Sao Miguel. Ensure Pick-up from the airport with up to 60 minutes of waiting time included in case of delays. Drop off or pick-up in Ponta Delgada. Our drivers can track your flight, so they can be on time for your airport pick-up/ drop off. We have a 24/7 Help Center for any changes/updates to your ride. You can cancel at least 24 hours prior to your service and get a full refund. We also provide a wide array of vehicles according to your needs and we have an "all-inclusive fare".

This route is linear and easy-to-reach. It starts at Vista do Rei viewpoint, with starting point on the western side of Sete Cidades caldera, from this point at the right side it’s possible to see Caldeira Seca and Sete Cidades lakes and at the left side the western coast of S. Miguel island. After the unpaved path it’s easy to reach Sete Cidades parish with just a turn to the right. This trail runs through Protected Landscape area. Extension: 7,7 km NOTE: a minimum of 2 persons is required.

Departure from Ponta Delgada by the South coast in direction to Pico da Barrosa and stop at miradouro da Lagoa do Fogo. Then, short walk in the historic center of Ribeira Grande,,pt,to admire the local architecture and taste the traditional liqueurs,,pt,h30 or 16h30 - Center of Ribeira Grande,,pt, para admirar a arquitectura local e provar os licores tradicionais. Return to Ponta Delgada is made by the North coast of the island.

Explore the base of the Água de Pau volcano, located in the central part of São Miguel Island. This tour will offer you a hike full of surprises, showcasing unique natural elements, from the characteristic fauna and flora of the region to the iconic happy cows of our archipelago. At the end of the trail, get ready to discover one of São Miguel’s thermal paradises: Caldeira Velha. Here, you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the thermal pools or, if you prefer, in the iconic waterfall. -Cross the various tunnels of Janela do Inferno; -Explore the fauna and flora of this location and marvel at the lush green pastures; -Admire the waterfall at the final stage of your hike; -Relax with a thermal bath at Caldeira Velha.

The best way to see the Island of São Miguel. Choose your own way to see the island the way you want with your family and friends. Bring your tour plan or we do one for you with the best highlights.