Quad Bike Off-Road Guided Tour in Sete Cidades with Lunch

🛞 Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades

🌋 Overview

The Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades invites you to spend a full day exploring the legendary volcanic crater and lakes of Sete Cidades on São Miguel Island, Azores. Ride your own powerful quad for two, follow scenic ridgelines, and discover iconic viewpoints such as Pico do Carvão, Miradouro da Boca do Inferno, and Vista do Rei. This full-day adventure combines thrilling off-road tracks, unforgettable lagoon panoramas, and a relaxing lunch in the village of Sete Cidades.

🧭 What to Expect

Your off-road day begins at ANC Tours in Valados at 08:30, where you meet your experienced guide and receive a safety briefing before setting off on your Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades. After checking documents and signing the liability statement, you climb onto your quad, ready to follow a carefully designed route that showcases both the wild interior and the coastal scenery of São Miguel.

You will ride through areas such as Unileite/Bom Pastor and Canada Goyanes, gradually gaining altitude towards Pico do Carvão. From here, the landscape opens to sweeping views of the ocean and the island’s green interior. The trail continues to Muro das 9 Janelas and Lagoa do Canário, where the dense forest and volcanic terrain set the scene for one of the Azores’ most famous viewpoints, Miradouro da Boca do Inferno.

From Boca do Inferno and Miradouro Vista do Rei, you enjoy postcard-perfect views over the twin lakes of Sete Cidades. You then descend to the village of Sete Cidades for a well-deserved lunch at a local restaurant, included in the tour. In the afternoon, the route explores Baía do Silêncio, the Península, Cerrado das Freiras, and a tunnel section, offering a mix of quiet bays, peninsulas, and hidden corners of the crater.

The adventure continues across the bridge at Lagoa das Sete Cidades and up to Lagoa de Santiago, another beautiful crater lake surrounded by lush vegetation. You then return via Canada Larga and Bom Pastor, finishing back at ANC Tours in Valados. Throughout the day, your guide leads the way, ensuring a safe and enjoyable off-road experience while you make the most of the scenery, the adrenaline, and the unique volcanic landscapes of Sete Cidades.

✨ Highlights

• 🏍️ Full-day Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades on São Miguel Island, Azores
• 🌄 Ride the crater rim with panoramic views from Pico do Carvão, Muro das 9 Janelas, and Lagoa do Canário
• 📸 Stop at iconic viewpoints Miradouro da Boca do Inferno and Miradouro Vista do Rei overlooking the twin lakes
• 🍽️ Enjoy an included lunch in the village of Sete Cidades at a local restaurant
• 🌊 Discover Baía do Silêncio, Península, Cerrado das Freiras, and the bridge over Lagoa das Sete Cidades
• 🌿 Visit Lagoa de Santiago and other scenic spots accessible by off-road quad tracks
• 🧑‍✈️ Follow an experienced guide, with fuel and personal insurance included for a worry-free adventure

🗺️ Itinerary

• 📍 08:30 – Meeting and departure from ANC Tours (Valados)
  Check-in, safety briefing, licence verification, and liability statement signing before starting the quad tour.
• 🛣️ Unileite / Bom Pastor
  Ride through rural roads and surrounding countryside as you head towards the interior of the island.
• 🌲 Canada Goyanes
  Follow off-road paths and scenic tracks through lush Azorean landscapes.
• ⛰️ Pico do Carvão
  Reach elevated viewpoints with expansive vistas of the island and the Atlantic Ocean.
• 🏰 Muro das 9 Janelas
  Pause at this historical aqueduct area and enjoy the surrounding scenery.
• 🏞️ Lagoa do Canário
  Explore the forested area near this tranquil lagoon before continuing to higher viewpoints.
• 🌋 Miradouro Boca do Inferno
  Take in one of the most famous views in the Azores over the Sete Cidades crater and lakes.
• 📍 Miradouro Vista do Rei
  Enjoy another classic panorama over the twin lakes from this historic viewpoint.
• 🍽️ Vila das Sete Cidades / Restaurant
  Stop in the village of Sete Cidades for an included lunch at a local restaurant.
• 🌊 Baía do Silêncio
  Discover the peaceful bay area inside the crater.
• 🌄 Península
  Ride along the peninsula area, surrounded by the lakes and volcanic slopes.
• 🍃 Cerrado das Freiras
  Continue through scenic, quieter sections of the crater interior.
• 🕳️ Túnel
  Experience a tunnel passage as part of the off-road route.
• 🌉 Ponte da Lagoa das Sete Cidades
  Cross the iconic bridge dividing the blue and green lakes.
• 💧 Lagoa de Santiago
  Visit another impressive crater lake set among dense vegetation.
• 🛤️ Canada Larga / Bom Pastor
  Return via rural and off-road tracks toward the starting point.
• 🏁 Return to ANC Tours (Valados)
  End of the Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades after approximately 8 hours of exploration.

✅ What’s Included

• 🧑‍✈️ Professional guide
• 🛡️ Personal insurance
• ⛽ Fuel for the quad
• 🍽️ Lunch at a restaurant in Sete Cidades

🚫 Exclusions

• 💳 Mandatory safety deposit of 500.00 euros per vehicle (credit card only, cash not accepted)
• 🚙 Any damages to the vehicle not covered by third party insurance
• 🚕 Transportation to and from ANC Tours (Valados) meeting point (not specified)
• 🥤 Additional drinks or personal expenses not mentioned in inclusions

⚠️ Important Information

• ⏰ Meeting time: All clients must be at the departure point, ANC Tours in Valados, at 08:30.
• 🪪 Driving licence: All customers wishing to drive the quads must present a valid driving licence accepted in Portugal.
• 📝 Liability statement: Before every tour, a liability statement is signed by all drivers.
• 💳 Safety deposit: A safety deposit of 500.00 euros per vehicle is required, by credit card only. Cash deposits are not accepted. The deposit is cancelled up to 72 hours after the tour, provided there are no issues.
• 🛡️ Insurance: Vehicles have third party insurance. The client is responsible for all damages to the vehicle.
• ⏳ Duration: The tour lasts approximately 8 hours.
• 🏍️ Vehicle type: Quads are for two people per vehicle.
• 🌦️ Weather: The tour takes place in outdoor, volcanic and coastal environments. Weather conditions may influence visibility and comfort, but specific cancellation policies are not detailed.

🚀 Ride The Crater, Taste The Azores

Feel the power of your quad, the wind from the Atlantic, and the silence of the crater lakes on this full-day Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades. Secure your place now to experience one of São Miguel’s most iconic landscapes in the most thrilling way possible, with lunch and guiding included.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1. Do I need a driving licence to join the Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades?
   Yes. All customers who wish to drive the quad must present a driving licence that is valid in Portugal. Without a valid licence, you will not be allowed to drive the vehicle.
2. What time does the tour start and how long does it last?
   Clients must be at ANC Tours in Valados at 08:30 for departure. The Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades has an approximate duration of 8 hours.
3. Is a safety deposit required for the quad?
   Yes, a safety deposit of 500.00 euros per vehicle is required and must be provided by credit card, as cash deposits are not accepted. The deposit is cancelled up to 72 hours after the tour, provided there are no damages or issues.
4. What is included in the tour price?
   The tour includes a guide, personal insurance, fuel, and lunch at a restaurant in Sete Cidades. Any additional drinks, transportation to the meeting point, or personal expenses are not specified as included.
5. Am I responsible for any damages to the quad during the tour?
   The vehicles have third party insurance, but the client is responsible for all damages to the vehicle. This condition is part of the liability statement signed before starting the Quad – Off-road Excursion with lunch – Sete Cidades.