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Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Sete Cidades Volcano

11 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Sao Miguel, Portugal
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7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Visit Sete Cidades Volcano where you will be driven in a 4x4 through the ridge of the crater heading to the inside, uncovering the secrets and legends of this geologic complex, with stops along the way to enjoy the beautiful and astonishing landscapes.
Explore as well the north west part on the outside of the crater visiting Mosteiros a lava deltic formed from the erupçtion of Pico da Mafra, and Ferraria another lava deltic from the erupction of Pico das Camarinhas, two of the forty six erupctions that occurred around the Caldera od the volcano since its colapse at 36000 years ago.

What's Included

  • Transport by air-conditioned 4WD
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off from Ponta Delgada
  • Lunch The value depends on lunch option
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Praça de Gonçalo Velho 9500
9500-150 Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Ferraria

Visit the Natural Monument of Ferraria. A lava Fajã used by several species of birds such as the Cory's shearwater and Barolo Shearwater. With a Natural pool among basalt rocky from the lava flows
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sete Cidades

In a 4WD follow through the North Ridge of the crater. A dirt road that allows to see this magnific crater from different perspectivies along the way.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sete Cidades

Once inside of the crater visit the tunnel that allows to control the level of the waters in the lakes.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro da Ponta do Escalvado

This view point you have an amazing view of Mosteiros Islets as well of the parish of Mosteiros on the west part of the island. An area also famous due to their natural pools
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mosteiros

A fishing parish on the west outside Sete Cidades volcano well know by is natural pools among basalt rock in an amazing natural scenary.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sete Cidades

Explore the inside of the caldeira with an average of 5.3km diameter uncovering the volcano and its lagoons known by the green and blue lagoon.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Full-Day 4×4 Tour to Sete Cidades Volcano?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-01). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Transport by air-conditioned 4WD
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off from Ponta Delgada
  • Local taxes
  • LunchThe value depends on lunch option
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication; If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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