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Guided Buggy & Quad Adventure - Sete Cidades Volcanic Crater

By Vita Azores
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,749 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Guided buggy or quad adventure through the iconic Sete Cidades volcanic crater
  • Exclusive off-road access to viewpoints unreachable by regular vehicles
  • Panoramic crater and lagoon views at São Miguel’s most famous lookouts
  • Local guide insights into Azores geology, history, and island culture
  • Perfect for couples, families, and travelers seeking a safe, premium adventure
Activity location
    • Ponta Delgada
    • Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • R. da Mãe de Deus 50, 9500-321 Ponta Delgada, Portugal | Look for the Vita Azores Store, park is available for customers.
    • Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Shared SSV - Exploring a Volcano Crater - No driving
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Looking to enjoy the unique landscapes without worrying about the driving?
In this option you are a passenger on our specialized SSV.
Note1 this option does not include Driving!

Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 4,749.41 x 1 AdultP 4,749.41

Total
Price is P 4,749.41
Shared Quad/ATV - 2 Persons 1 Quad
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 5,437.73 x 1 AdultP 5,437.73

Total
Price is P 5,437.73
Dedicated SSV - Driving Included
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

In this option, depending on the number of persons, 1 or more SSVs will be assigned to your reservation, the vehicles will be reserved to your group and 1 person has the right to drive, during the tour drivers can also take turns.

Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 6,814.37 x 1 AdultP 6,814.37

Total
Price is P 6,814.37
1 Person 1 Quad Tour for up to 4 People
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

In this option you drive alone on a dedicated ATV/Quad

Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 8,259.85 x 1 AdultP 8,259.85

Total
Price is P 8,259.85

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Helmet
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Quad bike or buggy ride
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry ticket to all the viewpoints
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Deposit for driving an ATV
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Comprehensive Insurance

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Oversize luggage
  • Not suitable for: Drivers under 18 years, People with heart problems

What you can expect

Explore São Miguel’s dramatic volcanic landscapes on a guided buggy or quad adventure, traveling off the beaten track through remote roads, crater viewpoints, and iconic locations that regular vehicles cannot reach.

Discover the Sete Cidades Volcano, a 36,000-year-old volcanic complex and one of the island’s most famous natural attractions. Ride along the top of the crater on a quad bike or relax in a 4x4 buggy driven by a knowledgeable local guide, enjoying exclusive access to rugged terrain and panoramic viewpoints.

Your adventure follows sections of historic Azores Rally roads, offering a thrilling mix of off-road driving and breathtaking scenery. Stop at the Miradouro do Pico do Carvao, one of São Miguel’s most beautiful viewpoints, before continuing to the Complexo Ambiental da Lagoa das Sete Cidades, surrounded by lush nature and volcanic lakes.

Next, reach the Das Cumeeiras Viewpoint, a must-see stop offering unforgettable views over the twin lagoons inside the volcanic crater. Continue to the iconic Vista do Rei Viewpoint, where you can admire sweeping crater views and the famous abandoned Hotel das Sete Cidades.

Throughout the tour, your local guide shares insights about the island’s geology, history, and culture, making this more than just a ride — it’s a true São Miguel experience.

Return to your starting point after an unforgettable journey combining off-road adventure, volcanic scenery, and authentic local storytelling.

Location

Activity location
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    • Ponta Delgada
    • Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    • R. da Mãe de Deus 50, 9500-321 Ponta Delgada, Portugal | Look for the Vita Azores Store, park is available for customers.
    • Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • R. da Mãe de Deus 50, 9500-321 Ponta Delgada, Portugal | Look for the Vita Azores Store, park is available for customers.
    • Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • R. da Mãe de Deus 50, 9500-321 Ponta Delgada, Portugal | Look for the Vita Azores Store, park is available for customers.
    • Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal