Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa do Fogo
Description
At 947m above the sea level rises Pico da Barrosa, where throughout the route we can observe the diversity of the local fauna and flora. An enormous crater hides the glamorous Lagoa do Fogo at the top of the Fogo (Fire) Volcano at 575m above sea level. The beauty of the scenery sharpens ours senses with the luxurious vegetation – some endemic – from a spectacular landscape that reveals the magnificence of what nature presents us, on a journey that will last in your memory.
Tour Options
Itinerary
On the way towards Ponta Delgada, we will stop at the refreshing waterfall scenery of Salto do Cabrito. The course on/off road may vary according the climate conditions.
The Fogo Volcanic Complex, features an abundance of species of endemic flora and secondary volcanism manifestations, that consists on fumaroles and hot springs. The caldera of the Fogo Volcano is the smallest caldera collapse of the island of São Miguel, with about 15 thousand years. Given to its location in altitude, it is the most natural area and with the less human intervention suffered. It is an important hydrologic resource being classified as a Nature Reserve since 1974. Because of its structure, it plays an extremely important role particularly in the replacement of underground water, regulation of the water cycle, biomass production, retention of sediments and nutrients and is therefore classified as Ramsar site.
Visit the historic center of Ribeira Grande with a beautiful public garden crossed by the stream that give name do the city on th north coast of the island
Santa Barbara beach is located in the city of Ribeira Grande, konwn at the Surf Capital.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
If you come by cruise ship pick up its a Cruise Ship Terminal.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If canceled due to extreme weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Reviews(58)
An excellent tour. Our tour guide, Jose Maria Santos, was wonderful. Very knowledgeable, shared a lot of local customs and information and moved us around the streets safely and efficiently. Lots of trail roads so we got to see a lot more than you would on a bus, taking the main roads. Highly recommended.
Despite the bad weather, the trip was worth it. We learned a lot about the island. Our guide Jose was excellent.
We liked very much, Mr. Zeca very helpful and professional. I recommend!
Jose was friendly and very knowledgeable. Definitely a must do !!! It was great to be on back roads.
José shared his love for Sao Miguel throughout the half day tour. Visiting Lagoa Fogo, Cabrito waterfall and sorroundings were lovely. He is a very knowledgeable guide (fauna, geology, history etc) and tailored the tour to our wishes. Can only recommend traveling with him.
Tour very interesting thanks to José's explanations. I even adapted the tour so that we could see volcanic activity, which we had not been able to see the previous day due to bad weather.
The guide Jose was so knowledgeable and friendly! We had a wonderful time seeing some breathtaking views, especially the caldera!
Such a fun way to see this beautiful island! Jose knew so much about the island and the things we saw. Highly recommend any of his tours!
Our guide, Jose, was very knowledgeable and friendly. It was a very interesting and educational experience. At the end of the tour we asked Jose to suggest a good sea food restaurant. He not only recommended a wonderful restaurant but called in advance to make sure they were open and dropped us off at their doorstep. He definitely went the extra mile.
An excellent tour. Jose was the perfect driver/guide; knowledgeable, professional, patient and caring. His understanding of his Archipelago and particularly his Island was immense. Thank you, if we return here there is only one guide to use for personal tours (away from the larger cruise ship tours) and we will certainly use tripadvisor/viator for future tours, best wishes stan & lesley lamb
