Top 20 Experiences in Azores
Half-Day Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Ponta Delgada
Discover the beautiful waters of Azores in this half-day tour of watching dolphins and whales. Admire the Azores marine mammals in their natural habitat. Experience nature up close with live commentary of a Marine Biologists.
Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)
On this tour you will be the driver of an quad / ATV and this will probably be the best way to feel and experience this part of São Miguel Island. This tour will take you to the highest points of the mountains that surround Sete Cidades Volcano. The itinerary is On and Offroad and you will have the opportunity to visit some of the trails that are part of the Azores Airlines Rallye. If the weather is good, you can count on awesome views to the lakes and the ocean. This will make you feel as you are on the top of the world. Our team of experient guides will ensure your safety and provide brief explanations at each stop. You can expect adventure! Itinerary: * Fenais da Luz ( North cost) * Pico da Cruz (845 meters altitude) View to Lagoa de Santiago, lagoa Rasa and Sete Cidades lagoon. * Vista da Rainha/Miradouro das Cumeeiras ( View point for Sete Cidades, Green and Blue Lagoon) * Cerrado das Freiras * Passing by Capelas village * Fenais da Luz
Small-Group Ponta Delgada Food Tour in Azores
Discover some of the best food in Portugal on this 3h culinary walking tour through Ponta Delgada, the main city of the Azores islands. Sample unique and delicious foods, while learning about the local traditions, culture and gastronomy, as you walk through charming cobblestone streets. Have a taste of the Azores and get immersed in surprising flavours and tales! • taste local specialties, to be found nowhere else in the world • gain knowledge and background of Azorean food • learn secrets of traditional cuisine from local artisans • visit the local market, meet traders and sample their quality produce From timeless recipes to innovative modern cuisine, you will enjoy a progressive menu that includes the unique Azorean pineapple, physalis and blackberry jams, seafood and organic meat products, ending up with homemade desserts such as passionfruit bavaroise or green tea ice cream!
Canyoning Experience - half day
This is super fun activity in the middle of wild nature of the Azores Islands. Suitable to all ages and people. Come jump, slide, abseil and climb with us the unique waterlines of Nordeste
Buggy Off-Road Excursion from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades - HD
The volcano crater provides stunning views over the valley of Sete Cidades. The amazing view over the two lakes provides moments of great adrenaline and emotions. - 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.
Side by Side Tour - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)
Get ready to drive or be a passenger on the brand new Wolverine® RMAX™4 1000(one of the best UTV's available on the market). This activity is ideal for families or couples looking for adventure and fun. This tour will take you to the highest points that surround Sete Cidades Volcano. The itinerary is On and Offroad and If the weather is good, you can count on awesome views to the lakes and the ocean. Our team of expert guides will ensure your safety and provide brief explanations at each stop. Driver`s license is mandatory for drivers and remember that this is a tour to enjoy the landscapes, not a rally competition. Itinerary: * Fenais da Luz ( North cost) * Pico da Cruz (845 meters altitude) View to Lagoa de Santiago, lagoa Rasa and Sete Cidades lagoon. * Vista da Rainha/Miradouro das Cumeeiras ( View point for Sete Cidades, Green and Blue Lagoon) * Cerrado das Freiras * Passing by Capelas village * Fenais da Luz
Amazing Furnas, Volcano, lakes and tea plantation
The perfect tour to start your Azores adventure. After being collected from your accommodation, begin your tour of the beautiful natural landmarks of São Miguel. Discover a region abundant with beautiful scenery, lush landscapes, and fantastic viewpoints. Take a tour of Plantações de Chá Gorreana, the oldest tea plantations in Europe. See the only fields of tea in Europe, and whilst at the plantation, you can sample the tea for free and roam around the fields. After that, head to Furnas to explore the valley and take a dip in the hot springs to relax a bit and connect with nature. After visiting the hot springs, stop for lunch in Furnas. Try the famous cooked mixed meats or many of the other options on the menu. After lunch, visit the lagoon and roam around a bit to enjoy the surroundings. When the visit to the lake is finished it's time to head to Vila Franca to have a look at the world-famous islet. Finish the tour in Ponta Delgada with a visit to the pineapple plantations.
E-bike Sete Cidades- "All Mountain" bike program
Amazing e-bike ride on the rim top of the main Volcano Crater of Sete Cidades. You will discover the best views/sights of the area and have the opportunity to bike down inside the a collapsed volcano and visit inside it the green and the blue lakes and the old Village. On the way up and back to our starting point you will have the opportunity to stop and the amazing Santiago Lake. The Electric system will give you a help to bike climb easily the 300 meters (aprox 945 feet) back to the top of the crater and beginning point.
8-Hour Private Tour in 4x4 Vehicle from Ponta Delgada
Enjoy this 8-hour tour which can be tailored entirely to your needs and preferences. Use a 4x4 and skilled guide/driver to explore Azores, Portugal at your own pace.
Guided Visit to the Crater and Volcano of Lagoa das Sete Cidades
This tour is unique because we will visit an iconic place in the Azores, São Miguel island Lagoa das Sete Cidades is most likely the most iconic and recognized natural monument in the Azores. In a region with such a large number of striking landscapes, the image of Sete Cidades is often chosen to represent or promote the island of São Miguel and the archipelago. Named one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal.
Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour
Visit one on the seven wonders of Portugal! We travel the rim of the crater on a small dirt track see views that others miss out on. We make various stops along the way including the famous Vista do Rei (the kings view). This 3 1/2 hour tour is our best seller and cannot be missed. The breathtaking views will make you want more. We also make a small stop inside the crater for coffee, drinks, washrooms etc.... Around each corner is a new adventure.
Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour
This is a private tour. You will enjoy everything at you own pace and this tour is costomizable by you! Water's are included to the tour.
From Ponta Delgada: 2-Day Guided Tour on the island of São Miguel
Explore the charms and corners of São Miguel with this two-day package designed for you and your comfort, so you don't miss anything in this little paradise. Include two delicious lunches in your tour or take advantage of the lunch break and explore the place for yourself. In your guided tour, we include a visit to the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park in the Northeast, an entrance ticket to Parque das Caldeiras (cooked cooking area) and a visit to the tea and pineapple plantation. For 2 days, you will discover the best landscapes and attractions of Sete Cidades, Fogo lagoon, Furnas volcano and Nordeste. Our guides will answer all your questions with a welcoming smile, our flexibility in schedule or itinerary will allow you to relax and make the most of your holiday.
Ponta Delgada: Shore excursion, Blue & Green lake Tour
We start our special tour for cruisers with a visit to a pineapple plantation and then the drive to the top of the volcano, where you'll enjoy one of the best-known landscapes in the Azores. Along the way, our 100% local guide will share information about the geology and history of the volcano. When you reach the top, you'll have time to explore the area, admire the landscape and take unforgettable photos. We will then descend into the interior of the volcano surrounded by picturesque scenery. This tour is ideal for those looking for an outdoor adventure and a unique opportunity to explore the wild nature of the island of São Miguel. Book now and get ready to discover the Sete Cidades Volcano!
Private Car - All of the West & Sete Cidades Volcano
The West of the island is one of the most impressive ones. You really don't want to miss all the sites around here or rush through them. The West is worth a full day of exploring on its own. The best spots for views of the caldera and lakes are off the main road, and finding them is not easy. This experience includes them all, and you are only able to do this in a half day with the help of a local. We will see Sete Cidades lakes, from down/up the mountain, and also the best views for Santiago, Canário and Empadadas lakes, as well as the epic Grota do Inferno. We will follow to the darkest sand beach in the island, and dazzling natural pools, in Mosteiros. If its Summer time you can have a refreshing swim on the clear waters or save it for the open sea thermal pool, heated by the breath of the volcano during low tide, at Ferraria. Finish by visiting the king of the island at the Pineapple Plantation!
Azores: Shore Excursion Furnas - Crater volcano and hot springs
Furnas / East Island, “Gastronomy, Hot springs, Boilers & Fumaroles” towards one of the most emblematic volcanic areas of São Miguel, considered the capital of Azorean tourism. Explore the volcanological activities of one of the most active volcanoes in the Azores, as well as all its eruptive history over 100,000 years old; See for yourself why Furnas Valley is considered by experts to be the largest hydropolis in the world for its diversity of mineral and thermal waters from its springs; See were locals cook a truly 100% azorean dish, on a volcanic soil for 6 hours; Visit one of only two tea plantations / factories in Europe.., it is impossible to remain indifferent to such diversity. Optionally, Terra Nostra botanic garden and thermal pool can be included at your shore excursion tour in a group size of 8 persons (entrance not included). Make sure you leave on comments that you desire to include this extra stop.
Full Day Tour of Faial Island
Discover the island of Faial from one end to the other! With the full day tour, you get to know all the main sights of the island, and even get to choose a few extra stops of your choice! For example, you can visit a museum, as well as bathe in one of our wonderful beaches. If you want to know a little more about our nature, you can choose to visit more remote panoramic viewpoints! The duration is approximately 7-8 hours, and includes insurance, local guide, lunch and even snacks and drinks on board our vehicles... Don't waste time and book your tour now!
Buggy – Off-road Excursion w/ lunch – Coast to Coast (Shared)
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.
BUGGY TOUR - West / Center of the island (off-road)
Gather your family and friends and come explore Terceira Island aboard our UTV! • A UTV (Utility Task Vehicle) allows you to be the driver of your own adventure. We guide, you drive! • Offers greater comfort and safety than a ATV. • Is equipped with a fully automatic transmission
Terceira Island Highlights Tour - Azores
Come and meet Terceira Island and its beauty, get to know the traditions and local customs, experience the regional gastronomy through the well known dish of "alcatra", be amazed by the swimming areas of volcanic rock, explore natural monuments such as the interior of a volcano, and learn more about the "império" religious buildings of the Holy Spirit festivity, known by their unique colors.