All Sao Miguel Tours & Excursions in 2026
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Ally_S, May 2026
A Winner of a Tour For Thermal Baths Fans
What a fantastic evening on this tour! The small group allowed for everyone to get to know each other a bit which is something I love when traveling. Eduardo was knowledgeable, informative, and a lot of fun! The dinner at Tony’s was absolutely delicious and the baths in Furnas were such a unique experience to have at night. Definitely got to have an experience we wouldn’t have otherwise had on our own. Don’t miss out on this one!
Kylie_I, May 2026
West Side of Azores
We had an absolutely amazing experience with Mariano! He took my sister and me on our tour and truly made the entire day unforgettable. He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and hidden details that we would have completely missed on our own. He kept everything fun and engaging while making us feel comfortable from the moment we met him. What really stood out was how personable and attentive he was, it felt less like a standard tour and more like exploring with a local friend who genuinely wanted us to have the best experience possible. Mariano went above and beyond to make sure we were having a great time. If you’re lucky enough to get Mariano as your guide, you’re in for an incredible experience. He made our trip so much more memorable, and my sister and I would recommend him 100% without hesitation. Thank you, Mariano!
APRIL_P, May 2026
Furnas day trip is a must see!
Wonderful! The drive from Ponta Delgado takes you North and then to Furnas and loops South after so you really get to see the dramatic scenery. Furnas is a must see! Lots of stops. Bring towel, flip flops, swimsuit to enjoy the thermal bath in Furnas. Guide Miguel was great and so were the other group travelers!
Kate_P, May 2026
Beautiful and exhilarating experience!
Had a great time! You start on regular roads out of the town and then eventually end up on some dirt roads that have some more challenging terrain for the inexperienced ATV rider, but everyone seemed to handle it fine. I loved going around the rim of Sete Cidades and seeing both the crater and the ocean at the same time! Note your thumb can get a little tired when going up hill for so long. They let you switch drivers halfway through if you want at a bathroom stop in Sete Cidades.
Yvonne_M, May 2026
A fantastic day out!
Joseph, our guide, was brilliant and ensured we got to see and experience everything, including seeing our food being removed from the volcanic ‘ovens’. We had a lot of fun and Joseph gave us plenty of interesting facts about the different locations we visited. The day was relaxed and we had plenty of time to see all the sights. Really recommend this trip and company
Hortensia_P, May 2026
A wonderful adventure
Amazing experience!! Bruno, our guide, was wonderful. He took us through these trails where the views were spectacular. Everything with the booking went well, all information was accurate. We are so glad we did this adventure. It’s been the highlight of our trip.
Dolly_G, Apr 2026
Nordeste
The views are fantastic. Our guide Joaquin was just excellent with his outlook to life and enthusiasm that made the trip so much better. Finally Mother Nature is at its best with human interaction. Even though it was raining towards the last quarter, it should be expected in this area.
Highly recommended
Jason_M, Apr 2026
Ponta Delgada Tour
I was looking for something to do while my family went coastering. It ended up being very windy so my family’s activity was canceled. Because I had booked a private tour my two family members were able to join in at the last second (for the normal add on person fee which we found be small and fair). Riding around on the tuck tuck was the perfect experience for the area as the streets are very narrow. I don’t think my family would’ve explored so much of the city area if we had not been on this tour. We are more of the nature and hiker types. The tour was a perfect complement to our other activities. A nice change of pace! The guide was very knowledgeable and gave the tour with a sense of humor, which we appreciate. We were given the time and space to absorb the stops. Never in a rush. The guide even helped us find a vegan restaurant in the city for after the tour going so far as to call and check if we needed to have reservations. Highly recommend.
Xin_X, Apr 2026
Great experience -...
Great experience - despite light rain, we were able to see Orcas, Common dolphins and Bottlenose dolphins. Did not feel rushed. The kids enjoyed it too.
We were on the Catamaran boat but it is still somewhat rocky on the ocean, as expected I guess, and my partner did get sea sick. The crew members were very used to this and were very helpful. Their tip of not staying in the interior room if you are prone for sea sickness was very valuable.
Tabitha_R, Apr 2026
AMAZING experience and FANTASTIC guides
This was the most amazing experience we had while in Sao Miguel, which is saying a lot since this is one of the best places we have traveled to. The guides, Tomas and Warren, were AMAZING- they were so kind, patient, encouraging and knowledgeable. We did this tour with our 13 and 9 year old children, and we all had a blast on this incredible adventure while seeing some of the most beautiful views. They took pictures for us and helped our kids throughout the experience so my husband and I could focus on the experience. I can not give enough praise to the guides and the experience itself, this is an absolute must do, and when we return to the island we will book this again! I would recommend wearing a bathing suit and/or sweat wicking material to wear under the wet suit (no cotton). They provide all the gear, head to toe. You may also want to bring towels and a change of clothes for after. There are facilities at the meeting point for changing and a lovely little cafe.
Cherrelle_W, Apr 2026
A must book
A brilliant tour that I would recommend to anyone coming to Sao Miguel. We tasted some excellent food with history and culture weaved throughout. Ishaja was a fantastic host and guide bringing humour and fun to the tour. My highlight was eating at Roots, and eating Mackerel like an Azorian. It’s perfect if you like food and/or want to get a taste of Azorian food to start your trip.
Alyssa_K, Oct 2025
Don’t even think twice about booking this experience!!
This was probably one of the top 3 experiences of my life!! I was hoping to maybe see some dolphins from the boat and then maybe 1 or 2 in the water but holy cow!! We saw SO MANY DOLPHINS while in the water! They were so curious and one got incredibly close to me and looked me in the eyes - it was a moment I will never forget. Even the people working on the boat were freaking out about how cool that was! The boat ride was so fun, the people were incredibly nice and it felt very respectful of the environment and dolphins. I seriously cannot recommend this enough!!
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Sao Miguel, the largest island in Portugal's Azores archipelago, boasts stunning volcanic landscapes and lush scenery. Sao Miguel tours take you into the heart of the island to fully appreciate this natural setting—from exploring the crater lakes of Sete Cidades and the thermal baths of Furnas to canyoneering through waterfalls. The island’s marine life takes center stage on trips that focus on whale-watching, snorkeling, and swimming with wild dolphins, while cultural experiences help you discover local dishes.
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