Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover the western portion of Sao Miguel Island on this half-day Jeep tour. Visit the volcanic crater at Sete Cidades and surrounding lakes and and take in the beautiful vista from 650 meters. Then explore the nearby local villages and learn about the Azorean culture form your informative guide before heading back to Ponta Delgada.
- Take a Jeep safari around western Sao Miguel Island on this half-day tour
- Explore the volcanic crater at Sete Cidades and nearby lakes
- Take in the views of the island at the many village viewpoints
- Round-trip transportation from Ponta Delgada is provided
What's Included
- Experienced driver, Insurance, Pick up in hotels in Ponta Delgada or cruise ship.
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
1
Caldeira das Sete Cidades
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Igreja de Sao Nicolau
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Lagoa Verde / Lagoa das Sete Cidades
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Caldeira das Sete Cidades
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Should all of our Land Rover Defenders be sold out we may offer a Smaller 4X4 Suv
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Hayley_P
Me and my husband decided to do the half day tour, and we ended up enjoying it so much we stayed for the full day! The best way to see the craters and GORGEOUS views. Eduardo was the absolute BEST! 12/10. He told us so many stories and history of the island, and you can tell how passionate he is for his home! Eduardo was so kind, and it was like traveling around with a friend! The lunch was buffet style, and so yummy! Stunning sites, awesome experience, amazing guide. Can’t say enough great things. Would totally do this again!
Reviews
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based on 630 reviews
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Jen_J, Jun 2026
This off-roading jeep ride was so much fun! Due to weather, we did not get to see the classic views of the lakes from the top, however the driver and guide was very knowledgeable about local history and culture, and brought us to beautiful scenic spots despite the weather. Would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re so glad you enjoyed your jeep tour with GreenZone. Your support means a lot, and we hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
Rob_B, Jun 2026
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.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
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Christopher_O, Jun 2026
We had a great experience touring the Azores with Pedro. From the moment we met him, it was clear how much he loves his island and enjoys sharing it with others.
His knowledge went far beyond typical tour information. He taught us about the history, culture, local communities, food, and the many flowers and plants that make the Azores unique. Every stop included interesting stories and insights that helped us appreciate the island more deeply.
What stood out most was his dedication to making sure we had the best experience possible. If weather or visibility wasn't cooperating at one location, he would take us somewhere else so we could still enjoy beautiful views and make the most of our time.
The tour was excellent, and I especially enjoyed seeing Pedro’s genuine passion for his home. His enthusiasm made us appreciate the Azores even more. If you're visiting the islands and have the opportunity to tour with him, I highly recommend it.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
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Nancy_C, May 2026
Raul was awesome! He had lived here for a long time and showed us some of the back roads and had really great stories to add to the experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
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Leslie_B, May 2026
This tour was amazing. Our guide Jose made it special. He is so knowledgeable about the history and geography of Sete Cidades. What a pleasure it was to spend the morning with him. The viewpoints were stunning. Such a unique place!
Response from Host, May 2026
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Heidi_B, May 2026
The tour was great and our guide, Edwardo was very knowledgeable, kind and timely. I highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour in São Miguel, with us. It was a pleasure having you—come again soon for another unforgettable adventure!
Marla_S, May 2026
We toured with one other couple in a AWD SUV with Ricardo, our tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and convivial. We went to Sete Cidades and it was beautiful. The Azores are much more lush than expected. The tour was relaxed and well done.
Paul_M, May 2026
Private Jeep tour of western São Miguel with four other passengers. Pedro was our guide, driver, historian, and honestly the best part of the day.
He grew up in Ponta Delgada, knows the island the way only a local can, and spent the morning making sure we saw it the way it deserves to be seen. Stunning crater views at Sete Cidades, perfectly timed despite rapidly shifting weather. He adjusted the route in real time to maximize what we experienced, which made a real difference.
Plenty of time for photos at every stop. Personalized, unhurried, deeply knowledgeable. Worth every dollar over any group bus tour.
If you’re on a cruise stop with limited time, this is exactly how to spend it.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour in São Miguel, with us. It was a pleasure having you—come again soon for another unforgettable adventure!
Diane_F, May 2026
Marianno (may not be spelling his name correctly) was exceptionally professional, knowledgeable and friendly! He took us all around the island including to the very tippy top, and gave us all the most pivotal historical facts about the island. Were informed too that there are 2 cows and 7 chickens respectively to every person living on the island! We had a wonderful 3 1/2 hours with him and, at our request, he left us at the city center and directed us to the best fresh burger place, Suplexio, for lunch. Best burger I’ve ever had in my 64 young years!! Good local IPA beer too!
Response from Host, May 2026
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Thomas_R, Apr 2026
WOW!!! This trip was 11 out of 10!! You will not be disappointed if you book this trip. We are on a transatlantic cruise and decided to book this trip instead of a ship offered one. Ricardo met us right when we got off the ship and let us to his 4x4. He was very polite and welcoming and we felt right at ease immediately. Ricardo was extremely knowledgeable and an excellent communicator. His stories were fantastic and entertaining. He definitely made it so we want to come back and experience the Azores again!! Thanks Greenzone tours and Ricardo for making this a perfect trip.
Response from Host, May 2026
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Mark_W, Apr 2026
Great tour. Alfonso was very friendly, personable, professional and knowledgeable. The scenery was stunning. So glad we chose this tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re so glad you enjoyed your jeep tour with GreenZone. Your support means a lot, and we hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
Debbie_B, Apr 2026
This was a great tour. We were lucky to have perfect weather and the views were incredible. Our guide was great. Very knowledgeable and shared a lot of history with us.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour in São Miguel, with us. It was a pleasure having you—come again soon for another unforgettable adventure!
Kathleen_F, Apr 2026
Wonderful experience. Sergio was very engaging and found every opportunity to give us a fantastic view of the beautiful surroundings.
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Robert_S, Apr 2026
This was an excellent tour. Our guide/driver was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable and he got us to some places most cars could not go. Every stop was phenomenal. This island reminded us so much of Hawaii. Incredible landscapes. We went in mid-April and the high was 63. We were fortunate with a partly sunny day, but it does get cold and windy in the higher elevations. Glad we had jackets. I would highly recommend this tour for fantastic views of Cete Cidades. Our driver knew so much of the history (real and folklore) and how plants and animals were introduced. We learned so much about Ponta Delgada, the Azores, the people and the landscapes that made this an amazing stop on the cruise we were on. Definitely worth every penny.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
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Donald_F, Apr 2026
Excellent off road jeep tour to see beautiful place that you would never see as well on a bus tour.
Our driver/guide Eddie was very informative and paced the tour well with multiple stopping points for spectacular views
Response from Host, Apr 2026
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Nick_W, Apr 2026
What a great day out, worth every penny.If you want a 4x4 tour to remember this is the one.We had an incredible guide who had amazing knowledge of the island, which made the tour perfect.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour in São Miguel, with us. It was a pleasure having you—come again soon for another unforgettable adventure!
Mick_J, Apr 2026
Fantastic trip our driver was superb Frances es lovely tour of a beautiful island and a lovely bonus lunch and drinks.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
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Jenna_S, Apr 2026
Really fantastic experience with Eduardo, he was an amazing guide and we learned a ton. Our kids also loved him. One of the highlights of our trip and a great way to see the sites.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour in São Miguel, with us. It was a pleasure having you—come again soon for another unforgettable adventure!
Cynthia_H, Apr 2026
This was a great tour that I would strongly recommend. Even though the weather wasn’t the best, our tour guide knew where to go to maximize our experience. He was knowledgeable and gave us a great history of the area.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
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Heather_S, Apr 2026
If your cruise ship drops you in Ponta Delgada for just a few hours, do yourself a favour and hop into a Jeep for the Off the Beaten Track Half-Day Sete Cidades Tour—because wow, what a ride!
First things first: the Jeep. Calling it “bumpy” feels like a polite understatement—it’s more like being gently (and sometimes not-so-gently) shaken like a cocktail. But somehow, that just adds to the fun. You’re laughing, bouncing, and gripping the seat while surrounded by views so stunning they almost feel unreal.
Speaking of views… the craters at Sete Cidades are absolutely breathtaking. Think dramatic cliffs, lush greenery, and lakes in surreal shades of blue and green.
And then there’s Eduardo—our guide, comedian, historian, and all-around legend. From the moment we met him, he made us feel completely at ease. He’s funny, friendly, and packed with fascinating facts about the Azores, all delivered with perfect timing and charm.
We climbed high into the mountains, soaked in jaw-dropping views, and learned more than we expected—all in just four or five hours. Honestly, it felt criminally short. I could’ve stayed for days exploring the island.
But if time is tight? Go. Bounce around, laugh a lot, and take in some of the most beautiful scenery you’ll ever see.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour in São Miguel, with us. It was a pleasure having you—come again soon for another unforgettable adventure!
Michael_T, Apr 2026
Eduardo was excellent!!
Tour takes you to beautiful sites and scenery not accessible to typical excursion vehicles. It was a great excursion made even better by an awesome tour guide.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
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Marcia_B, Apr 2026
I highly recommend this great tour!Eduardo of Greenzone was fun and informative during our on and off road adventures of Sete Cidades volcano crater, its scenic Village, beautiful lakes and much, much more. His expertise took us to perfect picture spots!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re happy you enjoyed your tour in São Miguel, with us. It was a pleasure having you—come again soon for another unforgettable adventure!
AmandaDickson, Mar 2026
Daniel, our guide, was very knowledgeable and all around great to chat with. The views were breathtaking, information great, and riding around in the Jeep was fun and comfortable. We enjoyed the short stop in Sete Cidades (the city) and all the photo ops along the way. We recommend this experience and hope to do it again another time!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
It was great to hear you enjoyed your day with GreenZone and had a good experience with your guide. Thank you for your kind words—please visit us again soon!
Penny_G, Mar 2026
Eduardo of greenzone was a great guide. This small group tour (just 3 of us) was an amazing way to see Ponta Delgada and sete cidades. Eduardo was very knowledgeable and personable which made our short stay (cruise stop) are great experience. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
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Julie_B, Mar 2026
Great time with wonderful driver and guide Carlos. We couldn’t have had a better time! Carlos was knowledgeable and gave us so much information.
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Todd_P, Mar 2026
Great tour to be able to see some really beautiful overlooks and scenery!! Francisco was a terrific guide and provided lots of history and information about the island. We were blessed with a great day and I would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re so glad you enjoyed your jeep tour with GreenZone. Your support means a lot, and we hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
Rhaina_H, Mar 2026
Great tour guide, we just chose a poor weather day. Unfortunately we couldn’t see much from the top views, it just wasn’t a clear day. However, our guide Eduardo was awesome and showed us plenty of nice picture spots.
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Maritia_G, Mar 2026
Got to go on a road around the top of the caldera that cars cannot go on. Views were amazing. Daniel was a great and considerate guide. Just do it.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your comment! We’re so glad you enjoyed your jeep tour with GreenZone. Your support means a lot, and we hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
Susan_W, Feb 2026
This jeep trip was a highlight of our week in Sao Miguel. Our driver Marcio was very accommodating making sure we saw the best of Sete Cidades when the skies were clear. He took us to the highest points and look-outs reachable by jeep.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
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JASON_C, Dec 2025
It was a great tour to the volcanic lakes, and our guide was Eduardo who really made the experience worth while. He was really passionate about his Island and the knowledge he shared was evident of that. And being in a Land Rover for the tour was really exciting.
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