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Rob_B, Jun 2026
Great day!
Wow, our guide knew everything. I think there was only one question that he said he didn’t know about. Super fun, lots of hilly off-road to get to places only hikers could usually get to. We were a bit alarmed at first because it was a Toyota 4 x 4, but we felt like ultimately that it ended up being way more comfortable than a jeep.
CheeHaur_W, Jun 2026
A truly wonderful...
A truly wonderful experience, I would assert. The tour guide, Fred, was amiable, and the entire excursion was relaxed and adaptable. Despite encountering some challenges midway, he assisted us in navigating them, for which I am genuinely grateful for his backing.
MaryKay_M, May 2026
So glad we did!
What a wonderful evening! Ivo is a very attentive and knowledgeable tour guide. Transportation was comfortable. The tour was very informative and personal in such a small group. Dinner was very relaxing, with the local dish and wine excellent and plentiful. We loved the hot springs at night. This is something we definitely could not have done on our own. Highly recommended!!!
Donald_K, May 2026
The ultimate private tour!
Carlos was very kind, knowledgeable, caring and flexible. He picked us up at the cruise ship dock on time and toured us all around at our pace. He explained the historic and significant spots of interest and answered all of our questions. When we needed to stop for a restroom and lunch he gave us our choice of options. Carlos is the man! And the Azores are just amazing! Lastly he got us back to our cruise ship in plenty of time.
Richard_H, May 2026
Wonderful experience! ...
Wonderful experience! Our tour guide, Bruno, was amazing. Very knowledgeable of the areas and quite entertaining! We saw some incredible sites. I would recommend choosing one specific ‘area’ focus. Otherwise lots of driving time. No fault of their part.
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
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.
Eric_S, Apr 2026
We had an incredible...
We had an incredible experience from start to finish. We arrived via cruise, and he was already waiting inside the terminal holding a sign with my name, which made the pickup seamless and stress-free. From that moment on, everything felt easy and well-organized.
What really stood out was how the tour didn’t feel scripted or generic. Instead of a typical guide, it felt like being shown around by a knowledgeable friend who genuinely loves his island. He shared insights, stories, and details that made the experience feel personal and engaging.
We especially appreciated how flexible and thoughtful he was throughout the day. He adjusted the itinerary on the fly to avoid the fog and take us to the best viewpoints, which made a huge difference. It never felt rushed, and it was clear he cared about making sure we had the best possible experience.
Overall, this was one of the highlights of our trip, and we would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a more personalized and memorable tour.
William_S, Apr 2026
Book this Tour and Request Luis
This tour was a highlight of our 15-day transatlantic cruise. We had friends that did the Royal Caribbean (ship) excursion and from what we heard, there is just no comparison. Our driver and tour operator Luis was amazing! He took us on dirt "paths" to viewpoints that no bus would ever get to. We did visit the main tourist attractions but also spent a lot of time "off road".
We requested lunch at a local's restaurant and again, Luis came through. I ordered the Azores specialty - Octopus, and while it was not my favorite, I can see how people would like it.
This whole day was just so much fun! We had the opportunity to customize our tour but mostly just had Luis take us to his favorite spots.
Brian_S, Feb 2026
Great day tour
Good tour in minibus driver was very friendly however I don't think any driver should be drinking alcohol at lunch whilst on duty. The thermal baths and park is €17 extra or €13 for seniors not €8 as stated on my confirmations the water in the baths is orange and get on your skin
Lunch was ok but two people plus driver had different meal ours was a slow cooked earth one. I would recommend the tour overall
Sarah_S, Sep 2025
Just book it already
This was the most amazing way to see the island! Highly recommend you do it at the beginning of your trip and Arthur was a spectacular, friendly and knowledgeable guide. He’s very passionate about his home and he was so kind and sharing extra tips. We got to do a few extra things with our small group and it was truly one of the best days of my life, especially if you are a solo traveler This is an experience, unlike any other
Pernille_F, Aug 2025
Fantastic trip
We where on the trip yesterday with Philip as a guide. He is calm and knowledgeable guy and has a good humor. He tells local stories and shows special locations. We had a blast with our two teenage sons.
The deskription says you will go by a thermal pool. We didn’t see that but a lot of other beautiful places. We saw Furnas the day before where we experienced the thermal pool so we appreciated to se something different.
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