ATV Tour Sete Cidades Volcano Off-Road Adventure
Description
Experience São Miguel in a more raw and exciting way with this ATV tour around the Sete Cidades volcanic crater. Unlike buggy tours, ATVs give you full control of the vehicle, making this experience ideal for those looking for more freedom and adrenaline. Follow your guide along dirt trails, scenic viewpoints, and hidden paths while enjoying breathtaking views over the famous twin lakes. This tour combines adventure, nature, and local expertise to create a truly unique experience. With small groups and experienced guides, you’ll enjoy a safe and well-organized tour while still feeling the thrill of off-road driving.
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Briefing on ATV driving, safety instructions and tour preparation.
Close to the Devassa Mountain is the Wall of the Nine Windows, an aqueduct of historical value. The wealth of water in the parish of Santo António led to the construction of the aqueduct between the 17th and 18th centuries that overcome the water shortage that was then felt in Ponta Delgada. Above its arches — which are called "Nine Windows" — passed the water captured from the area of the Canário lake. The Wall of the Nine Windows was saved from progressive degradation and brought back to the former monumentality by the intervention of the Municipal Services of Ponta Delgada.
845 meters altitude View to Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa, Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul.
Situated on Cumeeiras, this viewpoint allows, in a perspective opposite to the viewpoint of Vista do Rei, to enjoy the beauty of the crater of Sete Cidades and all its surroundings. On the opposite side, one can enjoy views of the northern coast of the island of São Miguel and its green pastures dotted with cows.
The Sete Cidades caldera has an approximate diameter of 5km and a depth of 400m. The highest point of the volcano is 845m above sea level. Its edges called Cumeeiras das Sete Cidades (large and small) serve as a pedestrian trail that surrounds the summits of the Sete Cidades caldera, one of the largest volcanic calderas in the Azores, with four lagoons inside – Lagoa de Santiago, Lagoa Rasa and Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde connected to each other. The latter are the main postcard of Azores Tourism and one of the 7 natural wonders of Portugal in the category of non-marine aquatic areas. Behind the colors that give the lagoons their name is the famous legend of Sete Cidades about the love of a blue-eyed princess and a green-eyed shepherd, but, in fact, the difference in colors lies in the fact that Lagoa Verde has slopes are more closed and, therefore, receives more reflection from the surrounding vegetation while the blue one, being larger, receives more reflections from the sky
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Basic driving experience recommended. Drivers should feel comfortable handling off-road vehicles
Reviews(7)
Pedro is a crack, the excursion is amazing and 100% recommended
Muito obrigado. Até uma próxima!
Great time! Lots to see and Pedro is a great guide. Awesome views of the island and fun with the ATVs.
Muito obrigado :)
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! 🙂🩵
Muito obrigado :)
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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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!
Muito obrigado :)
Toller Guide. Very friendly and helpful. Really great tour to viewpoints we wouldn't have seen otherwise!
Muito obrigado :)
