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Half-Day Jeep Adventure: Unexplored Landscapes & Lagoa do Fogo

4.8/5 Sao Miguel from Azores Trails of Nature
  • Duration3h 30m
  • Max Travelers6 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • Category4WD Tours, Conditional Booking Questions

Overview

Located in the heart of São Miguel, the Lagoa do Fogo Volcano adds an exciting highlight to this diverse jeep tour. You’ll venture off the beaten path, exploring rugged dirt trails and hidden spots inaccessible to conventional vehicles. This journey brings you close to the island’s impressive geothermal features and abundant water resources, offering a unique, up-close experience of São Miguel’s natural wonders.

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What's included

  • Professional guide

  • Hotel and port pickup and drop-off service for guests staying in Ponta Delgada city

What's Not included

  • Food and drinks

  • Lunch

  • All entrance fees

Itinerary

  • Lagoa do Fogo is a stunning crater lake nestled within the u00c1gua de Pau Massif stratovolcano, located in the heart of Su00e3o Miguel Island. As the highest lake on the island, its pristine beauty is preserved under strict government protection, prohibiting any construction around its shores to maintain the natural landscape.

  • Optional Add-On: Discover Caldeira Velhau2019s Natural Hot SpringsnnEnhance your tour with a visit to Caldeira Velha, a remarkable fumarolic field on the slopes of Fogo Volcano. This unique area of secondary volcanism features natural hot springs, steaming grounds, and a thermal waterfall. Wander through a narrow valley surrounded by rocky cliffs and lush, tropical vegetation, creating an unforgettable, serene landscape. Relax in warm thermal pools amidst vibrant greenery and take in the natural beauty of this volcanic wonder.

  • Salto do Cabrito is a stunning waterfall that cascades down rocky cliffs into clear, refreshing pools. Accessible by scenic trails, this hidden gem offers a peaceful retreat and a chance to experience the untouched beauty of Su00e3o Miguelu2019s landscapes. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurers alike!

  • Built in 1943 by the Su00e3o Miguel Whaling Frames Union, this structure once served as a vital lookout for whaling companies in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From this historic vantage point, enjoy panoramic views of the rugged and unique northern coast of Su00e3o Miguel Island.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Minimum of 2 people per tour is required to run the tour

Cancellation Policy

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

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

4.8/5 46 reviews
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