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The 14 most popular ponta delgada sao miguel tours across Portugal. What each day includes, who runs it, and the price you'll pay.
3-hour São Miguel whale-watching cruise led by marine biologists. Spot whales and dolphins at safe distance with expert lookout updates.
“It was truly incredible, we had a fantastic time and saw so much! Bia was the best travel companion, such a lovely person. We can only recommend the whole trip!! :)”
Off-road Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo from Ponta Delgada. Volcanic calderas, crater lakes, big viewpoints, guide, and hotel pickup.
“Our excellent guide, Carlos, picked us up promptly at our hotel and set off on a wonderful tour of Sao Miguel. We traveled off-road on narrow, washboarded and very steep tracks for much of the trip, which was thrilling and occasionally nerve-wracking! Carlos is very knowledgeable and informative, as well as accommodating of our somewhat…”
Cruise-only small-bus trip from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades lakes and viewpoints, plus pineapple tasting in about 4 hours.
“Mario was fun, knowledgeable and very willing to help answer questions”
3-hour Azores whale watching from Ponta Delgada on the Buggs Bunny, with an onboard biologist and lots of chances to spot whales and dolphins.
Canyoning at Salto do Cabrito near Ribeira Grande: waterfall rappels up to 16 m, zipline, geothermal canyon views, 4 hours.
“A great afternoon. The start / pick up place was ideal for a cruise in the quiet back road volcano foothills before arriving at the main caldera. Small group size was ideal, and the guide was fun and informative. Myself and my boys had a lovely tour of this beautiful part of the island.”
A private 3-hour sunset sail from Ponta Delgada with wine, snorkeling gear, and paddle boards along São Miguel’s south coast.
“The best way to end our trip to Sao Miguel. Our two man crew was extremely friendly and accommodating. My girlfriend and I loved the ability to have a private cruise to enjoy some wine and watch an awesome sunset. Definitely recommend!”
Small-group Ponta Delgada food tour with Mercado da Graça pineapple tastings, two cheese stops, and a long regional lunch with wine.
“Overall I really enjoyed the tour. I was the only participant which meant it was like a private tour. I think I would have enjoyed it more if there were others there. Salvador - the guide - shared details of his own life, but was not that interested in me. That would have been helped…”
Full-day 4x4 Nordeste tour from Ponta Delgada with dramatic viewpoints, Pico Bartolomeu, Tronqueira Trail, and Povoação.
“The gide was excellent, the trip well planned and timed,locations were stunning..also the dinner stop was out of expectations. We,ll definately recommed this tour. Ally&Ann”
A 2.5-hour small-group walk in Ponta Delgada with story-first local guiding, photo stops, markets, and arts culture for $47.
“was very boring”
4-hour Sete Cidades tour from São Miguel with twin green-and-blue crater lakes, short village stops, and big viewpoints from inside the caldera.
“Our day with Azores Magic Tours exploring Sete Cidades was nothing short of magical! A heartfelt thank you to our guide, Jake, whose passion and knowledge turned a beautiful landscape into a living story. From the moment we arrived at Vista do Rei viewpoint, we were greeted by a breathtaking panorama: twin lakes shimmering in…”
Full-day 4x4 Azores tour from Ponta Delgada to Furnas for geothermal sights, tea at Gorreana, and coastal views at Vila Franca.
“Our guide was very nice & funny and told us a lot about the islands. Furnas is really a must see. We recommend!”
Half-day 4x4 Sete Cidades tour from Ponta Delgada: crater rim dirt roads, blue/green lakes, villages and mountain views in 3.5 hours.
“Tour molto interessante da consigliare per scoprire al meglio Sete Cidades in 4x4 e per poter vedere completamente tutta la zona in circa 3h. Una menzione per la guida Gonzalo, disponibile e preparato.”
7-hour North São Miguel tour with Lagoa do Fogo, tea estates, Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfalls, and a local buffet lunch.
“Our tour guide Ivo was entertaining and well informed. we had an amazing tour”
Beginner surf lesson in the Azores for small groups: licensed instructors, all gear included, learn safety and catch your first waves.
“Great waves and great teachers! They are very friendly and you can tell that they know what they're doing. Had a great time!”
