Sete Cidades Tour: Volcanic Crater and Lakes

Embark on a full day outdoor adventure in Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo. Explore volcanic craters, stunning lakes, and breathtaking viewpoints. Enjoy a delicious lunch and visit the picturesque Santa Barbara beach.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Miradouro do Pico do Carvao - Begin the adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a picturesque drive along the “Pico do Carvão” road, showcasing stunning views of both the north and south coasts of São Miguel Island.
  • Lagoa do Canario - Explore the Lagoa do Canário Natural Park, an ideal spot for a brief nature walk and capturing…
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Hotel, Airbnb, and cruise terminal pickup and drop-off in Ponta Delgada city
  • Travel Insurance for all passengers
  • Certified Driver/Tour Guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Transport by 5 air-conditioned minivans (maximum of 8 people per van)
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Become a part of this all-day trip exploring the Sete Cidades volcanic crater featuring its impressive blue and green lake, with numerous spectacular vantage points and other mini lakes in the vicinity. Halt for lunch that includes main course, beverages, and desserts. In the post-lunch session, visit the summit of Lagoa do Fogo mountain and its…

Location
Ponta Delgada - Avenida Marginal - Turismo
Tourism office of Ponta Delgada
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Helen_m
May 8, 2026
Absolutely fabulous day... - Absolutely fabulous day beautiful island with lovely lunch. Lovely guide thanks for making this day wonderful !
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Guido
Apr 30, 2026
Highly recommended - Guide prepared and attentive to detail. We booked the tour of Sete Cidades. Joaquim (the guide) picked us up and then brought us back to the indicated place and was punctual both on the way out and on the way back. Given the island’s typically changing microclimate, he assessed on the spot what the next step was to make sure we had the best experience, without skipping any of the planned destinations on the program. Very considerate throughout and kind.
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Jenniferstojanovski
Apr 7, 2026
Great Excursion! - We had an amazing time today with Joaquim and our group. We got to see all the great scenery and enjoyed an authentic lunch. Definitely recommend!
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Coastal42084676453
Apr 2, 2026
Great tour - Really good tour. Had previously done the furnas tour with the same guide. Joaquim is a really good friendly guide
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Cameron_s
Dec 27, 2025
An amazing day - My experience with Joaquim was absolute perfection. It was absolutely amazing to see Sete Cidades and Lago do Fogo. Everything was timed perfectly for a relaxed, yet eventful experience rooted in understanding more deeply the island’s customs and culture. I 100% recommend this experience and I suggest you request Joaquim to be your tour guide.
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Monica_b
Nov 27, 2025
Amazing Day - We had an amazing day. Joaquin was so thoughtful and knowledgeable. He made the tour group feel like family. The tour was absolutely breathtaking beautiful! The pictures don’t do it justice. I would highly recommend this company and Joaquin.
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Havingfunagain
Nov 8, 2025
Wonderful all around - Experience the geological and cultural highlights of São Miguel on this 8-hour Full-Day Nature Tour. Your guide, Rafa, was highly knowledgeable and engaging, providing in-depth historical context as he walked and explored with me. The tour features two iconic stops: Sete Cidades, a civil parish nestled within a massive volcanic crater, and Lagoa do Fogo (Lake of Fire), a stunning, protected crater lake and one of the largest waterbodies in the Azores. You'll also learn about the island's unique history, from its origin as a major volcanic hotspot (with over 100 volcanoes) to its agricultural focus, including a visit to a Pineapple Plantation and details on the island's dairy farming (60% of locals are subsidized farmers, producing wonderful local cheeses).
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933felicew
Nov 8, 2025
Perfectly Paced Scenic Tour - We opted for a full day, private tour with Green Vision Tours and Joaquim was our tourguide. He tailored the tour to our needs as we had requested to have easy to get to sights and lookouts. What we saw was incredible! Joaquim gave us so many amazing facts about the flora and fauna of the island which made for a very informative and pleasant day. We never felt rushed and could do the tour at our own pace. Thank you Joaquim and Green Vision Tours.
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Compass37815467087
Oct 25, 2025
Super recommended - We made three fantastic tours, in the company of Joaquim, the guide who helped us have a fantastic vacation. Totally approved!
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Pen
Oct 19, 2025
Joaquin our guide was... - Joaquin our guide was excellent. He is very passion to his island he was born .Very informative and gives options if one does not works.
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up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).