Travel from Ponta Delgada to the magnificent Sete Cidades Massif on a full-day 4x4 excursion. See the surrounding lake, learn about volcanic activity, enjoy a traditional meal in the village, see the black basalt beach in Mosteiros, and much more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 7 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Portuguese, Spanish
- Small group
- Limited to 8 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Ride along São Miguel Island in a 4x4 vehicle
- Learn how volcanic activity formed the landscape
- Walk on the black basalt beach of Mosteiros
- Visit a handful of beautiful lakes in the area
Full description
On this full-day tour, visit the Sete Cidades Massif, a field of alkali-basalt cinder cones and lava flows, and an area very popular for its lakes and surrounding hills. Departing from Ponta Delgada, travel up the mountain top that forms the caldera of a volcano where the lakes are located.
Additionally, you will visit Empadadas and Carvão lakes, which will give you the opportunity to admire the beauty of untouched nature. Learn more about how volcanic activity formed the landscape.
At lunchtime, stop off at a typical restaurant in the village of Sete CIdades, where you will eat a traditional meal. Then continue on, passing Vista do Rei, one of the island's top tourist destinations.
Next, head to the Mosteiros, famous for its natural swimming pools, fishing harbor, and sandy beach of black basalt. On the way back to Ponta Delgada, you will also see the hot bathing spots caused by fumaroles on the coast.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off for Ponta Delgada city hotels
- Professional guide
- Insurance
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Gifts
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
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- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
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- Pets
- Weapons or sharp objects
- Luggage or large bags
- Unaccompanied minors