Top Ponta Delgada Motor Sports

Exploring São Miguel Island’s stunning landscapes can be challenging with its mix of rugged terrain and remote viewpoints. This half-day quad biking adventure offers the perfect solution, combining thrilling exploration with guided expertise. Take the driver’s seat and navigate both on-road and off-road routes through the mountains surrounding the Sete Cidades Volcano. Weather permitting, marvel at panoramic views of tranquil lakes and the vast ocean.

Explore the surroundings of the Sete Cidades Volcano in a different way on this side-by-side tour from Ponta Delgada. Join a small group and climb aboard your buggy to start your rugged adventure. Head towards the north coast and make stops at villages and scenic viewpoints to get a full picture of the Azorean landscapes. This tour is great for families, couples, or small groups who want some adventure on their vacation.

Go on a thrilling quad bike adventure from Ponta Delgada with stunning views over the Sete Cidades valley and the twin lakes. Get your adrenaline-pumping on this half-day, small-group tour designed for all age groups and experience levels. Enjoy the security of knowing that a guide, helmet, insurance and gasoline are all included in this exciting excursion.

Discover the natural beauty of São Miguel’s east side on this scenic day trip. Witness bubbling hot springs in Furnas, and sample iron-rich waters and traditional “cozido” stew cooked by volcanic steam. Visit the stunning Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfall and unwind at the scenic Santa Iria viewpoint, a memorable mix of volcanic wonders and serene island landscapes.

Swap Ponta Delgada for a half day exploring the scenic Sete Cidades. A buggy tour will help you cover more ground than a walking tour, and access off-road sites that would be hard to reach otherwise. A full safety briefing and helmets are provided, and a guide will lead the way so you don’t get lost. Highlights included Sete Cidades Lakes, Pico da Cruz, Santiago Lake, and Sete Cidades Village.

Discover the west side of São Miguel island with ease on a full-day tour from Ponta Delgada. A great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves, this tour covers Lake Fogo, Boca do Inferno lookout, Mosteiros, and Sete Cidades, home to the vivid Lago Azul and Lago Verde. Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off on this small-group tour.

For an adventure like no other, go off the beaten track in a 4x4 on this half-day tour to Lagoa do Fogo from Ponta Delgada. In a small group, enjoy personal attention from your guide as you explore the natural beauty around Lagoa do Fogo's tranquil shores. Visit the Caldeira Velha and take a dip in the geothermal-heated waters of its waterfall. Embark on hikes through nature and see evidence of volcanic activity at Ribeira Grande.

Explore the western and central parts of Sao Miguel Island on this tour to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo. Head to the rim of the dormant Sete Cidades Volcano and take in the stunning views from 650 meters above sea level. Traverse the surrounding villages and rugged terrain with a Jeep.

Enjoy getting off the beaten track on this half-day jeep tour from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades. Take the stress out of navigating and driving on unfamiliar roads, by having transport in a 4x4 provided. After a hotel pickup, you’ll travel past lakes, craters, and on rural roads. Learn about the local landscape from your guide, and get access to amazing natural geological beauty.

Discover the Azores at your own pace with a private full-day tour. Get picked up at your hotel and set off for a 4x4 adventure that can be customized according to your preferences. Skip the hassle of a rental car and learn about the island’s history from your guide.

Once you are picked up at your hotel, get ready for a half-day of exploring. Cruise along the forested floor of a massive volcanic crater as you explore Sete Cidades with an experienced local guide. In a rugged 4×4 vehicle, ride between sparkling lakes and bounce down dirt roads that lead to sweeping viewpoints of this stunning and dramatic landscape.

This action-packed jeep tour will be a day to remember. Go off the beaten track and travel along the craters of Sete Cidades. You’ll access impressive viewpoints that you wouldn’t find if traveling alone. Learn about the island’s volcanic past from your guide and see multiple sites including Lagoa do Fogo, Salto Do Cabrito waterfall, and Caldeira Velha. You’ll also enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Discover the unique beauty of São Miguel, in the Azores, with a private jeep ride that offers the utmost comfort and exclusivity. Travel at your own pace, exploring the island’s stunning landscapes, from its crystal-clear lagoons to its lush green mountains and imposing volcanoes. With an experienced local guide, you will learn fascinating facts about the region’s culture, history, and nature. This tour offers the perfect opportunity for a personalized experience, where your preferences shape every moment. Feel at home, relax, and enjoy the best that São Miguel has to offer. On this personalized tour of São Miguel, you can visit pineapple plantations, tea fields, and small traditional liquor factories. Experience off-road trails through the island’s mountains and volcanoes, with chances to discover stunning lagoons and waterfalls. You’ll also enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant of your choice, tailored to your preferences. Suggestions: 1 - Full-day Sete Cidades + Mosteiros; 2 - Full-day Sete Cidades + Lagoa do Fogo; 3 - Full-day Nordeste; 4 - Full-day Furnas.

Combine two tours in one—saving you time and money—when you book this whale-watching and volcano tour from Ponta Delgada. Start off with a boat ride along the coast of Sao Miguel Island, keeping your eyes out for whales, dolphins, and other marine life. After, board a van to explore the interior of the island, including the crater lake, waterfalls, and a popular surf beach.

If you’ve got limited time in Sao Miguel, and you’d like to plan a personalized day tour, this is the perfect option. Avoid waiting around for other travelers, and instead, enjoy a tour with just your party and a private driver. You can customize your day based on your interests, or ask your guide for recommendations. Potential highlights include Furnas, Nordeste, Sete Cidades, or Lagoa do Fogo.

Visit to the Gorreana Tea Factory, the only one of its kind in Europe, where you will learn more about the island's tea culture through the different processes involved in its production and where, at the end of the visit, you will have the opportunity to taste a cup of tea accompanied by traditional biscuits!

Make the most of your time at shore with a private tour of Ponta Delgada. Choose from three regions—Sete Cidades, Furnas, and Lagoa do Fogo—and customize the itinerary to your interests and preferences. Visit local villages, admire the natural beauty of the island, or sample the local gastronomy during your time in the Azores.

Drive along paths accessible only by 4x4 to access the most exclusive, unique, and breathtaking views of São Miguel Island, accompanied by a certified local guide. Departing from Ponta Delgada, we head toward the Sete Cidades volcano, where we will make several stops, including at Pico do Carvão, where we can see the sea at the northern and southern tips of the island. Next, we will pass by an aqueduct dating back to the 19th century, allowing us to admire its magnificent construction. After that, we begin our adventure on a dirt road surrounding the top of the caldera, reaching an altitude of 856 meters. Here, you can enjoy the beauty of the Sete Cidades volcanic caldera and visit the parish between them.

On this walking tour you will be dazzled by the Salto do Prego waterfalls where you will also have the opportunity to bathe. You will also get to know the picturesque village of Sanguinho and Faial da Terra, a valley that meets the sea.

Make it to the best viewpoints on Sao Miguel in an all-terrain truck that can drive anywhere. Your personal local guide does all the driving and navigation, bringing you to various vistas of the incredible Sete Cidades crater and gorgeous lagoons. See the island’s beauty from various perspectives as you drive up mountains and down into craters for the best views.

Explore the spectacular scenery of Sete Cidades by going on this half-day jeep tour. You won’t have to plan any transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. A jeep tour will give you access to areas you couldn’t reach alone, such as volcanic craters, lakes, and off-road viewpoints. Highlights include Empadadas Lake, Canario Lake, Carvao, Vista do Rei, Sete Cidades Lake, and Cerrado das Freiras.

Looking for an easy way to discover some of São Miguel Island’s most spectacular (and popular) scenic attractions? This full-day, small-group Jeep tour brings you up close and personal with nature. Following morning pickup at your Ponta Delgada hotel, head off-road. You’ll explore the dramatic volcanic crater of Sete Cidades, will swim in Ponta da Ferraria’s thermal pools (tickets separate expense), will replenish with a traditional Azorean lunch, and much more.

Discover the authenticity of Sao Miguel Island through a tour that combines nature, culture and Azorean rural tradition. The experience begins with a visit to a traditional farm, where you will be able to learn about the way of life of the rural families of old, to observe agricultural utensils, plants and animals of the farm and even to try to past a cow. Next, we will visit a local cheesecake where the traditional fresh cheese wrapped in container leaf is produced, knowing the craft process and the importance of this gastronomic tradition. The tour continues to the emblematic Seven Cities area, with stops at miradours to appreciate the lagoons and volcanic landscapes, where lunch will also be served. After lunch, we will visit a dairy farm in activity to learn about the daily milk production and the importance of farming in the local economy. Warning: The tour takes place on a Land Rover, but takes place on normal roads and is not an all-terrain ride.