Jeep tour to Sete Cidades and Fogo Lake
At a glance
Jeep tour to Sete Cidades and Fogo Lake is a 7h small-group experience in Sao Miguel, Portugal, operated by Futurismo Azores Adventures. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $102.77 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional guide, Lunch, Driver/guide.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 4 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 13 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 4 travellers
- Languages
- Portuguese, English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
We will start the day by picking you up in Ponta Delgada at 9am and take you to the rim of Sete Cidades’ caldera. We will pass by many viewpoints, where you can enjoy the green and blue lakes. We will leave this magical place to go to another, not less beautiful location after lunch: Fogo Lake.
Later on, we will have lunch in a local restaurant in Ponta Delgada. In the afternoon, we will take you to the amazing nature reserve of Lagoa do Fogo to enjoy amazing landscapes. It is one of the most popular places around the island and you will understand why when you are there. From the top of the volcano, incredible views over São Miguel await with both North and South coast visible.
The adventure doesn’t stop here! We will drive to Caldeira Velha, a warm iron-rich waterfall where it is possible to take a dip thanks to the volcanic activity warming the water up to 26°C (79°F).
Note: the order of the locations we will visit is weather dependent.
What's included
What's included
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup from a list of selected hotels
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off outside of Ponta Delgada
- Other personal expenses
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Let's stop North of Cumeeira, in Sete Cidades and tell you the beautiful legend behind Sete Cidades Lake.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Appreciate the volcanic complex of Sete Cidades
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Stop 3 · 15m
We will pass by many interesting viewpoints, where you can enjoy the view over the green and blue lakes.
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Stop 4 · 15m
Let's get to know the history of Caetano Andrade family and see the historic Church of S. Nicolau
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Stop 5 · 5m
Our guide and nature expert will explain about the two lagoons that conform the Sete Cidades Lake.
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Stop 6 · 5m
In Vista do Rei viewpoint it is possible to contemplate the interior of the crater with its different lakes and volcanic formations.
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Stop 7 · 1h 15m
We will have lunch in a local restaurant to taste some Azorean food!
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Stop 8 · 10m
You will get to know the geomorphology of the volcanic complex of Picos and Lagoa do Fogo (Fogo Lake)
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Stop 9 · 15m
At the viewpoint of Fogo Lake, you will be able to learn more about the eruption of 1563 as well as some very interesting facts about the Natural Reserve of Fogo Lake
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Stop 10 · 45m
We will visit the natural pools. A true outdoor spa where you will have free time to relax and feel the hotsprings.
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Stop 11 · 15m
Here we will see and enjoy the waterfall Salto do Cabrito and you will find information about the hydroelectric station of São Miguel.
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Stop 12
We will pass by the center of Ribeira Grande city
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Stop 13
We will head back to Ponta Delgada.
Meeting point
Go to our main shop located at Portas do Mar harbour.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please note, this tour can also be operated on a van or minibus, depending on the number of participants.
- Please note, the order of the locations that we will visit during this tour is weather dependent, which means either we will start the day with Fogo lake or Sete Cidades lake.
- If you have any restriction, please tell us when booking the tour, at least 48h beforehand. We will always try to adapt to your diet (vegetarian, vegan, allergies).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Jeep tour to Sete Cidades and Fogo Lake take?
The experience lasts about 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $102.77 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional guide; Lunch; Driver/guide; Hotel pickup from a list of selected hotels.
Where does it start?
Go to our main shop located at Portas do Mar harbour.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Portuguese, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Sao Miguel.
