Half Day West Tour - Sete Cidades Volcano & Lakes

📍 Ponta Delgada, Azores

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Half Day West Tour - Sete Cidades Volcano & Lakes

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Duration4 hours

FitnessEasy

CancellationFree cancellation 24 hours before start time

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Overview

Experience the stunning natural beauty of the Azores on this half-day tour. You'll explore two of the most breathtaking crater lakes of Sete Cidades. The day begins with a scenic drive through lush landscapes, where you'll have the opportunity to take in the stunning views from various viewpoints. Highlights of the tour include Sete Cidades and the Pineapple Plantation Tour. Sete Cidades are twin lakes nestled in a volcanic caldera. Enjoy plenty of photo opportunities at various viewpoints, such as the Vista do Rei, where you can admire the breathtaking views of the lakes, surrounded by vibrant greenery. During the Pineapple plantation tour, you'll have the chance to learn about the unique methods used to cultivate the world's best pineapples, grown right here in the Azores. It's a fascinating experience that highlights the agricultural traditions of the region and the care that goes into growing these tropical fruits. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for this local speciality!

What you will be doing

West Coast & Pico do Carvão

Drive along the west coast and climb Pico do Carvão for views of the north and south coast.

Lagoa do Canário & Grota do Inferno

Observe the first small lake and take a short walk to Grota do Inferno viewpoint over the crater and lagoons.

Vista do Rei

Admire the iconic green and blue lagoon and learn about its name.

Descent into Crater

Stop by the lagoons for a peaceful experience and different perspectives.

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a meal at a traditional local restaurant.

Pico da Barrosa & Lagoa do Fogo

Climb to the second highest point to view the volcanic crater and learn about renewable energy from the volcano.

Scenic Stops on Pico da Barrosa

Make several stops to admire the lagoon and island landscapes.

Pineapple Plantation

Visit a local pineapple plantation before returning to your accommodation.

Things to know

AccessibilityChildren friendly | Pram accessible

Fitness levelEasy

Tour languageEnglish

Licence requiredNone

Up to 8 peope per group
For those travelling with prams, please keep in mind that some areas may have uneven terrain or stairs, so a lightweight, collapsible stroller is recommended for easier mobility.

Inclusions and Exclusions

✅ Included

Tour guide
Pick up and drop off transport

❌ Not included

Meals
Gratuities

Where we'll meet

Meet up/Pick up location: Your hotel in Ponta Delgada

Instruction: We will pick you up from from your hotel in Ponta Delgada

ReturnThis trip returns to meeting point.

You will be able to select payment currency and enter any promo and gift card code at checkout. Our typical response time to confirm the booking is within 4 hours. You will not be charged until the booking is confirmed.