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The Best of São Miguel: Lakes & Hot Springs

By Azores On Route
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$188 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

In the morning, explore Sete Cidades, one of the most iconic landscapes of São Miguel. Admire the stunning twin lakes and breathtaking viewpoints such as Vista do Rei and Pico do Carvão, where nature and serenity meet in perfect harmony. Enjoy a relaxing walk along the lakeshore and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere and culture of this unique volcanic crater.

After free time for lunch in Ponta Delgada, the afternoon continues towards Furnas, a true geothermal wonder of the island. Discover steaming fumaroles, hot springs, and dramatic volcanic landscapes shaped by the island’s raw energy. Visit the renowned Terra Nostra Park, famous for its lush botanical gardens and thermal pool, and stop at the Santa Iria Viewpoint, offering spectacular views over the north coast, before returning to Ponta Delgada.

This full-day experience combines nature, culture, and volcanic landscapes, offering an unforgettable journey through the very heart of São Miguel.

Activity location

  • Miradouro do Pico do Carvao
    • M508
    • Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Azores on Route São Miguel
    • 55 Avenida Infante Dom Henrique
    • 9500-064, Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal

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The Best of São Miguel: Lakes & Hot Springs
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$188.49 x 1 AdultNZ$188.49
Total
Price is NZ$188.49
Until Wed, 1 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance in Terra Nostra Park
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certified Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insurance
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Free Time to Lunch

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Miradouro do Pico do Carvao

  • 15m
Viewpoint overlooking both sides of the island, with panoramic views of the north and south coasts.

Miradouro da Boca do Inferno

  • 40m
Viewpoint overlooking several of the Sete Cidades lakes, offering an unforgettable panoramic view, accessible via a short walk through nature.

Vista do Rei Miradouro

  • 20m
View over the Sete Cidades Lake, the most visited viewpoint in the Azores, where you can see both the Green Lake and the Blue Lake, surrounded by lush vegetation.

Lagoa Verde / Lagoa das Sete Cidades

  • 40m
Relax on the shores of Sete Cidades Lake and take some time to explore the surrounding area.

Plantacao de Ananas dos Acores

  • 30m
Visit a pineapple plantation, a typical fruit of São Miguel Island, where you can observe its growth process and also taste products made from this fruit.

Caldeira das Furnas

  • 20m
Discover the Furnas hot springs in a unique experience. Feel the steam rising from the vents and experience their distinctive sulphur scent.

Parque Terra Nostra

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Step into the enchanting Terra Nostra Park, one of São Miguel’s most iconic botanical gardens. Wander through lush, exotic vegetation, marvel at towering trees and vibrant flowerbeds, and immerse yourself in the tranquil atmosphere. Don’t miss the famous thermal pool, where you can relax in naturally heated waters surrounded by stunning greenery — a perfect blend of nature, relaxation, and beauty.

Miradouro de Santa Iria

  • 30m
Visit the Santa Iria Viewpoint and be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views over São Miguel’s rugged north coast. From this elevated vantage point, admire the dramatic cliffs, rolling hills, and the sparkling Atlantic Ocean stretching to the horizon — a perfect spot for photography and to soak in the island’s natural beauty.

Location

Activity location

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    Miradouro do Pico do Carvao
    • M508
    • Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Azores on Route São Miguel
    • 55 Avenida Infante Dom Henrique
    • 9500-064, Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal

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