Embark on a thrilling quad biking adventure in Sete Cidades on São Miguel Island. Explore the highest points of the mountains, visit trails from the Azores Airlines Rallye, and enjoy breathtaking views of lakes and the ocean.
Embark on a thrilling quad biking adventure in Sete Cidades on São Miguel Island. Explore the highest points of the mountains, visit trails from the Azores Airlines Rallye, and enjoy breathtaking views of lakes and the ocean.
- Fenais da Luz - This parish located on the north coast of São Miguel island is where we start and end the tour. After starting our tour on paved roads, we will ride along the seafront of and explore dirt roads in this area.
- Muro Das Nove Janelas - Near Serra Devassa, there is the Muro das Nove Janelas, an aqueduct considered a heritage site…
- Fenais da Luz - This parish located on the north coast of São Miguel island is where we start and end the tour. After starting our tour on paved roads, we will ride along the seafront of and explore dirt roads in this area.
- Muro Das Nove Janelas - Near Serra Devassa, there is the Muro das Nove Janelas, an aqueduct considered a heritage site of historical value.
- Pico da Cruz - This is a mountain with an altitude of 845 meters. The breathtaking view is very similar to “Miradouro da Boca do Inferno” but from a higher perspective (accessible with the quads) and even more magnificent due to its altitude. From here you can see Lagoa Rasa, Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Verde, Lagoa Azul and a view to the whole crater of Sete Cidades dormant volcano. If weather is good, this one of the high lights of the tour, where we can see almost the whole island from the top.
- Miradouro Das Cumeeiras - This viewpoint allows you to contemplate the beauty of Lagoa das Sete Cidades and all its surroundings, and also allows you to admire part of the north coast of the island of São Miguel.
- Vista do Rei Miradouro - Located at an altitude of 540 meters, this viewpoint offers a unique and panoramic view over Sete Cidades crater. Depending on weather and dirt roads conditions we can get to see the same view from a diferent perspective “Miradouro das Cumeeiras”, where we can have an amazing view to the green and blue lake but from the opposite side of the Crater.
- Cerrado das Freiras - Here you can expect to make some dirt paths that surround the Blue Lagoon in Sete Cidades with incredible views over the lakes.
- São Vicente Ferreira - This is a parish located on the north coast of the island of São Miguel. This is one of the transit villages that we pass on the way back to the meeting point. Here we will pass by Poços (bathing area) and the place of the old whale’s factory, disabled since 1970 where only the factory chimney remains. Here we will also make a dirt path that connects this parish to Fenais da Luz.
- Fenais da Luz - Here we get back to where we started, exploring some seafront dirt roads.
- Tour guide
- Fuel
- Helmet
- Insurance
- Tour guide
- Fuel
- Helmet
- Insurance
- Lunch
- Gloves and rain coats
- Any type of mask or face shield for protection against coronavirus.
- Lunch
- Gloves and rain coats
- Any type of mask or face shield for protection against coronavirus.
Embark on a thrilling adventure driving your own quad/ATV, presenting a fresh, exhilarating way to explore the memorable landscapes of São Miguel Island.
The journey will lead you to the towering peaks encompassing Sete Cidades Volcano.
With a blend of off-road and on-road terrains, you’ll be treated to a traversing experience around some paths part of…
Embark on a thrilling adventure driving your own quad/ATV, presenting a fresh, exhilarating way to explore the memorable landscapes of São Miguel Island.
The journey will lead you to the towering peaks encompassing Sete Cidades Volcano.
With a blend of off-road and on-road terrains, you’ll be treated to a traversing experience around some paths part of the Azores Airlines Rallye.
Provided the weather is cooperative, prepare for breathtaking vistas of the lakes and the sea. It would feel as if you’re standing on the earth’s zenith.
Our competent guides ensure your safety and offer concise narratives at every stop.
Gear up for an adventurous ride!
Itinerary:
- Start at Fenais da Luz (North coast)
- Head to Pico da Cruz (845 meters above sea level) for a view of Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa, and Sete Cidades lagoon.
- Reach Vista da Rainha/Miradouro das Cumeeiras (vantage points for Sete Cidades, Green and Blue Lagoon)
- Visit Cerrado das Freiras
- Pass through Capelas village
- Return to Fenais da Luz
- Driving License(+18) is required for drivers
- For a better and safer experience, we highly recommend that you know how to drive ATV’s or similar, as motorcycles.
- We recommend bringing warm coats and raincoats
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.