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Full-Day Sete Cidades Buggy Tour with Lunch in São Miguel

  • 4hDuration
  • EnglishSpeaking Guide
  • Mobile ticketAccepted

About this experience

This full-day buggy tour takes you around Sete Cidades Volcano on São Miguel Island in the Azores. The route mixes on-road and off-road driving, climbing to the highest points that surround the volcano for views over its lakes and the ocean when weather allows. It suits families or couples looking for an active day out, with expert guides offering brief explanations at each stop along the way.

Highlights

  • Ride to the highest points of the mountains surrounding Sete Cidades Volcano
  • Explore seafront dirt roads, mountains and off-road trails on a quad bike
  • Go off the beaten path to places cars cannot reach
  • Expert guides lead the way and look after your safety throughout the ride
  • Lunch is included on this full-day outing

Itinerary

  1. 1Fenais da Luz (north coast) The route begins on the north coast at Fenais da Luz.
  2. 2Muro das 9 Janelas A stop at this ancient aqueduct.
  3. 3Pico da Cruz At 845 meters altitude, with views to Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa and Sete Cidades lagoon.
  4. 4Vista da Rainha / Miradouro das Cumeeiras A viewpoint over Sete Cidades, with views of the Green and Blue Lagoon.
  5. 5Cumeiras An off-road stretch along the superior rim around the volcanic crater.
  6. 6Cerrado das Freiras An off-road section around the lake.
  7. 7Capelas village The route passes by Capelas village.
  8. 8Fenais da Luz The tour returns to Fenais da Luz.

What's included

  • Tour guide
  • Helmet
  • Insurance
  • Fuel
  • Lunch

What's not included

  • Gloves and rain coats

Before you go

This full-day tour lasts 7 hours and departs from Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island, Azores. The minimum age to take part is 7, and the activity is not wheelchair accessible and not recommended for travellers with back problems. A valid driver's license is mandatory for the driver, and a minimum of 2 adults per vehicle applies. Drivers should ideally know how to handle a quad, ATV or similar vehicle such as a motorcycle, and participants should be in good to moderate physical condition, as this is considered a risky activity. Bring warm clothing and a waterproof jacket; gloves and rain coats are not included. Cancellations at least 24 hours before the start receive a full refund or credit, and the operator also offers a full refund if the activity is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows, drivers without a valid physical license, or arrivals more than 15 minutes late are charged at full rate. The included insurance covers personal accidents and third-party accidents only; any damage caused to the vehicle by the driver is the driver's responsibility. Current pricing is available at checkout.

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