Embark on a full-day 4x4 private tour to discover Nordeste and Povoaçao, the cradle of Azores’ origin. Explore magnificent landscapes, ravines, waterfalls, and the lush vegetation of the most florid municipality in the world.
Embark on a full-day 4x4 private tour to discover Nordeste and Povoaçao, the cradle of Azores’ origin. Explore magnificent landscapes, ravines, waterfalls, and the lush vegetation of the most florid municipality in the world.
- Miradouro do Salto do Cavalo - Embark on a comfortable 4WD jeep journey from Ponta Delgada at 9:00 a.m. with a knowledgeable, friendly, and professional nature guide. Follow the North Coast route of São Miguel Island to reach the Salto do Cavalo viewpoint, situated at an altitude of 805m. This spot offers a stunning view that spans the Furnas…
- Miradouro do Salto do Cavalo - Embark on a comfortable 4WD jeep journey from Ponta Delgada at 9:00 a.m. with a knowledgeable, friendly, and professional nature guide. Follow the North Coast route of São Miguel Island to reach the Salto do Cavalo viewpoint, situated at an altitude of 805m. This spot offers a stunning view that spans the Furnas Valley, as well as the North and South Coasts of São Miguel Island.
- Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeirões - Visit Ribeira dos Caldeirões Park, located between the parishes of Achadinha and Achada. Enjoy the majestic waterfall and a collection of water mills surrounded by a beautiful garden, perfect for a stroll or a coffee break.
- Nordeste - Head towards Lomba da Fazenda and the center of the Village of Nordeste. Take a break for lunch to savor the local cuisine (not included) and experience the warm hospitality typical of the Azorean people.
- Serra da Tronqueira - Continue the tour by heading to Pedreira and then onto Tronqueira Road, a dirt path that traverses Serra da Tronqueira from Nordeste to the municipality of Povoação. Stop at the Serra da Tronqueira viewpoint to admire the breathtaking view over the mountain range and Pico da Vara, the island’s highest point at 1103m. Marvel at the Laurissilva forest, home to endemic plants like Azorean Cedar, Azorean Blueberry, Azorean Sweet Bay, and Azorean Holly, which is the natural habitat of the Priolo.
- Nordeste - Explore the viewpoints: Ponta da Madrugada, Ponta do Sossego, and Vista dos Barcos, each more beautiful than the last, adorned with flowerbeds that make Nordeste the most floral municipality of the Azores.
- Povoação - Cross Serra da Tronqueira to reach the next volcano. Povoação marks the beginning of settlement on the island, and visitors can explore Povoação village nestled inside the crater on the south coast.

- Bottled water
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Snacks
- Driver/Certified nature guide
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Snacks
- Driver/Certified nature guide
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
It all started in Nordeste.
Embark on a journey to the birthplace of an island formed over 4 million years ago when the earth’s crust split the ocean, rising impressively above 1100 meters into the heavens.
An excursion filled with stunning vistas of deep gorges and cascading waterfalls rejuvenating weary spirits, and lush greenery bursting in a riot of…
It all started in Nordeste.
Embark on a journey to the birthplace of an island formed over 4 million years ago when the earth’s crust split the ocean, rising impressively above 1100 meters into the heavens.
An excursion filled with stunning vistas of deep gorges and cascading waterfalls rejuvenating weary spirits, and lush greenery bursting in a riot of colors in the world’s most floral town.
Encircle the Pico da Vara mountain home to the Laurissilva forest, a safe haven for the only terrestrial bird endemic to the Azores, the Priolo.
Experience an unparalleled odyssey to a distinct territory, a haven of serenity and calm.
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.