Private Lagoon of Fire and Furnas Tour
From
£78
pp
5h 0 mins · 5.0 (10)
Enjoy a private tour in a comfortable car to see the most beautiful landscapes of São Miguel with experienced and flexible guide just for you and your family.
Free cancellation
Private tour
Pickup included
What's included
- PRIVATE_TRANSPORTATION
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
- Certified guide of the São Miguel Natural Park
What's not included
- 2 persons minimum
Itinerary
- As you pass through the Serra de Agua de Pau complex, you can contemplate the caldera of the Fogo volcano where you have its beautiful lagoon, in this protected area and classified as a Natural Reserve we can observe several endemic and natural species of the Azorean flora. (30 min)
- Visiting the center of environmental interpretation of the old caldera we can understand the geological formation of our islands, observe several endemic and natural species of the Azores, and contemplate the natural monument of the old caldera, its waterfalls and thermal waters. (1h 0min)
- On the way to Vila das Furnas, we will stop at the centenary and only tea factory in Europe, take a guided tour, try its teas and contemplate its beautiful tea plantations. (30 min)
- While passing through the furnas, a mandatory stop is the lagoon of the furnas and the surrounding fumarolic field where the traditional and unique stews of the furnas are made. (1h 0min)
- On the way to Furnas we will make a short stop at the Santa Iria viewpoint, which has a fantastic view over the north coast of São Miguel. (30 min)
- Arriving at the volcanic complex of Furnas, we will stop at the viewpoint of Pico do Ferro, where we can observe the entire caldera of the Furnas volcano, which has its beautiful lagoon, the parish of Furnas and understand its geological formation. (30 min)
Practical information
- Operated by
- 4Platanos Tours
- Travellers per booking
- 1–4
- Languages
- pt, en
- Confirmation
- MANUAL
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring confortable shoes and jacket.
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 5 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.