The Azores · VOLCANO & CRATER TOURS
The islands are all cones, calderas and vents, and most of them can be walked into. These 15 cover the steaming ground at Furnas, the lava chimney on Terceira and the crater rims of São Miguel, priced and timed.
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!”
Terceira in one afternoon. Serra do Cume views, Gruta do Natal lava tube, sulfur fumeroles, Algar do Carvão, Biscoitos pools, plus pick-up.
“Our guide Kris was awesome and very knowledgeable about the caves, craters and more. She was super friendly and had a great personality. The cheese tasting at the end was excellent.”
Small-group São Miguel East tour with tea tasting at Gorreana, waterfalls, geothermal Furnas, and optional Cozido lunch, views included.
“Of you a short with time, take opportunity to visit this amazing island (both parts). Tour guide is great, you will learn a lot about island. Highly recommend”
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.”
Biologist-guided Lagoa do Fogo crater views and Caldeira Velha hot springs in São Miguel, with van transport for $56.
“Fun half day excursion. Beautiful scenic lake. Lovely waterfall and very lush hot springs. Ended with a beautiful quick visit to Surfer Beach.”
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!”
4-hour quad or buggy tour through Sete Cidades crater, with exclusive off-road routes, top viewpoints, and local guidance for $81.
“It was so much fun! My husband and I shared a quad and it was comfortable for the 2 of us. We saw so many great sights and our awesome guide, Tiago, was very knowledgeable. Definitely recommend this!”
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!”
From Horta Marina, sail close to Capelinhos volcano on a 3 hour Faial boat tour with expert guides, sea life chances, and coastal stops.
“Dit was de leukste ervaring sinds we op de Azoren zijn. De gids, Kamila is de meest enthousiaste en innemende gids die ik ooit heb gezien. Ze vertelde met zoveel plezier alles over het eiland Faial, de kust, vulkanen en bezienswaardigheden vanaf het water. Met de boot kom je op plekken waar je anders vanaf land nooit kan komen. Er absolute aanrader om deze tour te boeken!”
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!”
Every kind of day out across the islands, and the best of each.
