-Drive your own buggy through on and off-road trails -Explore the Sete Cidades volcanic crater -Stop at stunning viewpoints overlooking the lakes -Small-group experience for better quality -Guided by experienced local experts -Perfect mix of adventure and scenic beauty
Briefing on ATV driving, safety instructions and tour preparation.
Close to the Devassa Mountain is the Wall of the Nine Windows, an aqueduct of historical value. The wealth of water in the parish of Santo António led to the construction of the aqueduct between the 17th and 18th centuries that overcome the water shortage that was then felt in Ponta Delgada. Above its arches — which are called "Nine Windows" — passed the water captured from the area of the Canário lake. The Wall of the Nine Windows was saved from progressive degradation and brought back to the former monumentality by the intervention of the Municipal Services of Ponta Delgada.
845 meters altitude View to Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa, Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul.
Situated on Cumeeiras, this viewpoint allows, in a perspective opposite to the viewpoint of Vista do Rei, to enjoy the beauty of the crater of Sete Cidades and all its surroundings. On the opposite side, one can enjoy views of the northern coast of the island of São Miguel and its green pastures dotted with cows.
The Sete Cidades caldera has an approximate diameter of 5km and a depth of 400m. The highest point of the volcano is 845m above sea level. Its edges called Cumeeiras das Sete Cidades (large and small) serve as a pedestrian trail that surrounds the summits of the Sete Cidades caldera, one of the largest volcanic calderas in the Azores, with four lagoons inside – Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa and Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde connected to each other. The latter are the main postcard of Azores Tourism and one of the 7 natural wonders of Portugal in the category of non-marine aquatic areas. Behind the colors that give the lagoons their name is the famous legend of Sete Cidades about the love of a blue-eyed princess and a green-eyed shepherd, but, in fact, the difference in colors lies in the fact that Lagoa Verde has slopes are more closed and, therefore, receives more reflection from the surrounding vegetation while the blue one, being larger, receives more reflections from the sky
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Buggy Tour Sete Cidades Volcano Off-Road Adventure lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $90 per person for this Sao Miguel experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is After the church of Pico da Pedra, head west along the main street, after passing Parque da Mercês, turn left at the 4-way intersection. 50 meters later turn right and there is a green color house in front of a children's playground. The quads will be outside the house with the company logo. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in PT, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 166 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by 4x4 Azores.
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The experience here was beyond amazing. Our guide Miguel, was awesome. He was very attentive and helpful along the whole way which made the trip an even better time. It was unforgettable. Thank you!
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Great way to see Sete Cidade. Migual and Francisco were excellent tour guides
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This was a really fun way to explore part of the island. Not only did get some amazing views from the top of the volcano but also got to travel through some pretty cool towns. There is plenty of dirt so dress accordingly.
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It was our last day and we had seen many sites already but this tour definitely took us to areas we would not have been able to see with a rental car. Our guide, Miguel, was excellent. He was informative, but not too much and really made the whole experience so enjoyable. We highly recommend this tour.
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We had a blast. Our guide was absolutely fabulous and the owner was actually a distant relative after I shared that my great grandfather was from Sao Miguel. We would recommend highly and we plan on coming back again to see my “cousin.”
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Amazing! Very informative so glad we did this and have already recommended to others
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What an amazing experience! Super fun and so informative. We all had Absolutely the best time and at almost four hours, fantastic value for money!
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Great!! It has been an incredible experience. It is a super complete tour, to see Sete Cidades. Very fun, the children enjoyed it so much!! Highly recommended.
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We had the best time on our buggy tour! Our tour guides, Joao and Miguel, were excellent at leading the way and showing us spots that we never would have accessed on our own! This tour was truly special, giving us up close views to the volcano and providing us with a thrilling tour off-roading!
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Was such a cool experience! Atv in the clouds! Saw some amazing views, it was foggy so scary at some points, but guide made sure we were comfortable
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buggy Tour Sete Cidades Volcano Off-Road Adventure | 3h 30min | 5.0 (166) | $90 | |
 Buggy Off-Road Excursion to Sete Cidades - HD | 3–4 hours | 4.7 (101) | $91 | View |
 Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour | 3–4 hours | 5.0 (674) | $55 | View |
 Side by Side Tour - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day) | 3–4 hours | 4.9 (421) | $90 | View |
 Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day) | 3–4 hours | 4.9 (939) | $90 | View |
 BUGGY TOUR - West / Center of the island (off-road) | 2h 30min | 4.9 (186) | $97 | View |
 Volcano of Sete Cidades Private Tour | 5 hours | 5.0 (41) | $137 | View |