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São Miguel ATV Adventure: Lagoons & Volcano Views
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Ribeira Grande
Discover São Miguel Island with an exhilarating quad/ATV tour. Navigate through mountain peaks, secondary paths, and dirt trails to enjoy breathtaking views of lagoons and volcanoes.
Discover São Miguel Island with an exhilarating quad/ATV tour. Navigate through mountain peaks, secondary paths, and dirt trails to enjoy breathtaking views of lagoons and volcanoes.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pico da Pedra - Introduction to ATV driving, safety guidelines, and tour preparation.
- Pico da Cruz - At an altitude of 845 meters, it offers views of Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa, Lagoa Verde, and Lagoa Azul.
- Muro Das Nove Janelas - Near the Devassa Mountain lies the Wall of the Nine Windows, a historically significant aqueduct. The…
- Pico da Pedra - Introduction to ATV driving, safety guidelines, and tour preparation.
- Pico da Cruz - At an altitude of 845 meters, it offers views of Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa, Lagoa Verde, and Lagoa Azul.
- Muro Das Nove Janelas - Near the Devassa Mountain lies the Wall of the Nine Windows, a historically significant aqueduct. The abundance of water in the parish of Santo António led to the construction of this aqueduct between the 17th and 18th centuries to address the water scarcity in Ponta Delgada. Water from the Canário lake area flowed above its arches, known as the “Nine Windows.” The Wall of the Nine Windows was restored to its former grandeur by the Municipal Services of Ponta Delgada, preventing further deterioration.
- Vista do Rei Miradouro - Named after the visit of King Charles I and Queen Amelia in the summer of 1901, this viewpoint offers a stunning view of the Sete Cidades caldera and its lake. It is one of the most iconic landscapes in the Azores.
- Miradouro Das Cumeeiras - Located on Cumeeiras, this viewpoint provides a contrasting perspective to Vista do Rei, showcasing the beauty of the Sete Cidades crater and its surroundings. On the opposite side, visitors can enjoy views of São Miguel’s northern coast and its lush green pastures dotted with cows.
- Pico da Pedra - Conclusion of the tour
- Lagoa Verde / Lagoa das Sete Cidades - The Sete Cidades caldera spans approximately 5km in diameter and reaches a depth of 400m. The volcano’s highest point is 845m above sea level. The edges, known as Cumeeiras das Sete Cidades (large and small), form a walking trail encircling the summits of one of the largest volcanic calderas in the Azores, featuring four lagoons: Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa, Lagoa Azul, and Lagoa Verde, all interconnected. These lagoons are a major highlight of Azores Tourism and are recognized as one of Portugal’s 7 natural wonders in the non-marine aquatic areas category. The colors of the lagoons are linked to the legend of Sete Cidades, which tells of a blue-eyed princess and a green-eyed shepherd. However, the color difference is due to Lagoa Verde’s more enclosed slopes, which reflect more of the surrounding vegetation, while the larger blue lagoon reflects more of the sky.

What's Included
- In-person Spanish, English, and Portuguese Guide
- Fuel
- Helmet
- Tour Guide
- Insurance
- In-person Spanish, English, and Portuguese Guide
- Fuel
- Helmet
- Tour Guide
- Insurance
What's Not Included
- Any products not listed are not included.
- Any products not listed are not included.
Location
Largo de S. José 4
Largo de São José
After the church of Pico da Pedra, head west along the main street, after passing Parque da Mercês, turn left at the 4-way intersection. 50 meters later turn right and there is a green color house in front of a children's playground. The quads will be outside the house with the company logo.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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Kristen_b
Jul 22, 2025
Four Hours of Fun & Absolutely Gorgeous Views!! - This was one of my favorite tours of the trip!! We went on the road and off road to some amazing viewpoints. Worth every $/€ spent because it was so much fun to drive the buggy, but also take in all the breathtaking views. The tour was 4 hours long, and honestly I was sad when it ended. Thank you for such a perfect day! 🙂🩵
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W9662vilucg
Jul 9, 2025
Experience to do - The guide is very knowledgeable about the history of the island and its nature. The 4x4 ride is great and the sights are exceptional.
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Laurendl5590xw
Jul 7, 2025
Book the tour! - This tour was incredible! I went with a friend and we had so much fun. Pedro was our guide and he was fantastic. He was super friendly, knowledgeable, took pictures at every stop we went to, he prioritized safety, truly everything you would want from a guide.
If you book this tour, and you absolutely should, make sure you bring a mask or a scarf that covers your face, and goggles for your eyes. The dust was so intense. That’s the one thing I wish was stated on the website or would have been provided upon arrival. Make sure you wear clothes that you’re ok with getting dirty because they will be caked in dust.
This was one of the highlights of my trip to the Azores. Thanks Pedro!
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Christianlq1246jo
Jun 16, 2025
Thanks Pedro for the great experience - Toller Guide. Very friendly and helpful. Really great tour to viewpoints we wouldn't have seen otherwise!
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