The Azores · VOLCANO & CRATER TOURS IN SãO MIGUEL
Good volcano & crater tours in São Miguel fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Small-group São Miguel tour linking Gorreana tea, Furnas hot springs, volcanic lake views, Vila Franca islet, and pineapple snacks.
“It was a perfect way to see a good part of the island.”
Small-group São Miguel tour to Furnas volcano, underground-cooked cozido lunch, geothermal stops, and Europe’s tea plantation at Gorreana.
“Fantastic , a tour need to go, a full course lunch , eat and drink as you can. The guide is very professional 👍👍👍”
Drive your own buggy around Sete Cidades, mixing on-road and off-road tracks for big caldera views with safety-minded guides.
“had an awesome time with my fiance here, great way to tour around the island, our guide was very friendly and safety oriented, if you're a highly experienced rider looking for adrenaline and have the need for speed then this might not be for you. but overall a very good experience!”
A cruise-only half-day to Sete Cidades volcano lakes, a village coffee break, and an Azorean pineapple tasting for $47.
“This is the second time I've taken a tour to Sete Cidades lakes. First time with my son was a ship tour. This time, with my husband was 100% better! We spent a perfect amount of time for taking photos and the green/blue lakes from an excellent (uncrowded) vantage point. We were able to visit the village in only saw from the hillside last time. Then we stopped at another crater lake (Santiago) which was stunning! Ending with a visit to a pineapple farm and the option of being dropped off in the city centre or back at the ship. It was an incredible day with a knowledgeable guide. Highly…”
East São Miguel day trip hitting Furnas volcano sights, Gorreana tea, and a traditional underground cozido lunch, with guided viewpoints.
“Such a great day with our wonderful guide, João! While we had rented a car for our time on the island, so being driven to each location and provided with so much information about each place and the island was a welcomed break for us. Each place we visited was incredible and we were even able to fit in a cheese tasting at a local shop with their own cows. We had so much fun and learned a bunch, 10/10 recommend! Thank you, João!”
Volcano steam in Furnas, free tea tasting, pineapple farm snacks, and hot-spring time at Terra Nostra, with big views across São Miguel.
“A lot to see on the Island. Our tour guide was pleasant. We seen most of the island attractions. A must tour.”
Whale and dolphin spotting by catamaran from Ponta Delgada, then Lagoa do Fogo crater lake and geothermal energy in one full day.
“La journée s’est bien déroulée, nous avons pu apercevoir deux cachalots lors de la sortie en mer, mais nous n’avons pas eu la chance de voir de dauphins ou de baleines, l’océan est vaste, c’est bien normal. Les différents arrêts effectués par notre guide Joachim étaient sympathiques. Joachim est avenant, dans l’échange et a su donner des informations riches. Merci pour cette journée en compagnie de Joachim!”
Half-day quad and buggy tour of Sete Cidades crater with major viewpoint stops, fun off-road driving, and guided history in English.
“We went on tour with Melissa and she was fantastic! Highly recommend taking some time to go on this tour, much more immersive than driving around the island.”
Private 4x4 full-day tour to Furnas Volcano from Ponta Delgada, with tea, fumaroles, thermal baths, and expert guiding in English.
“excellent! Jose knew so much about the island, and showed us many beautiful spots!”
Half-day Sete Cidades tour from Ponta Delgada with glasshouse pineapple tasting, Blue and Green Lake viewpoints, and volcano caldera stops.
“Took a half-day tour with Andrea who was friendly and courteous. Visited the Santo Antonio pineapple plantation, vista do Rei Miradouro and the Blue and Green Lake at Sete Cidades. Amazing views and experience. Highly recommended!”
A port-friendly Furnas shore trip with tea, volcano views, steaming caldeiras, and optional hot pool time. Small-group, guide-led value.
“Vera was a great guide, informative, friendly. The thermal bath visit was a little rushed. I didn't really get enough time to justify the admission fee. She took different routes from and back to the port so we got to see more of this beautiful island.”
Private São Miguel day hitting Sete Cidades crater lakes, Caldeira Velha hot springs, and pineapple tasting, up to 4 for $312.
“Wonderful experience and our drivers (Flavio and Leondria) were so informative and accommodating for our large party of 9. The island is full of beauty and the history is beautiful!”
3-hour boat tour off São Miguel’s north coast, with Cintrão caves, black-sand beaches, volcanic scenery, and snacks, in English.
“This was a great experience! We were able to look at beautiful places including caves along the northeast coast of Sao Miguel. Our tour guide provided information on the birds, volcanic rock, and different creatures in the ocean. Our skipper was an excellent driver of the boat! Drinks and snacks were provided as well!”
Dramatic Sete Cidades crater, two lagoons, and top viewpoints on a 3.5-hour São Miguel tour with pickup, English, and small groups.
“The weather may be rotten, but Tiago put sunshine in our day! From the pineapple farm to the magnificent crater, the “happy cows” to the tiny village w/ a café and gift shop, the history of it all and seeing the lakes and farmland in all their glory, he kept us entertained and gave us a great appreciation for the Portuguese perspective! Great tour and personnel. Obrigada!”
Small-group São Miguel tour with Gorreana tea tasting, Furnas hot springs and fumaroles, Cozido lunch add-on, and optional Terra Nostra.
“The guide was amazing. Polite and knowledgeable. The tour was well priced and the places are some of the most beautiful that I have been all over the world. I highly recommend this tour and guide!”
Every kind of day out across the islands, and the best of each.
