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title: Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by jeep the Nordeste
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type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 85
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.88
reviews: 42
duration_minutes: 450
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 11 of 15 (Jeep & 4x4 Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-30
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by jeep the Nordeste

**Guidekin's take:** Explore Nordeste by jeep, taking in the Tronqueira mountain range and waterfalls at Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park. A guide and hotel or port transfers within Ponta Delgada city are included; lunch and entrance fees are extra, with at least two people required. 4.88 from 42 reviews at €85 per person for 7h 30m.

In our comparison: #11 of 15 in Jeep & 4x4 Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover a hidden gem on this full-day 4x4 tour to Nordeste from Ponta Delgada. Although it’s one of the island's lesser-known areas, Nordeste is often regarded as one of São Miguel’s most beautiful and historic regions, being the island’s oldest part. Your guide will take you to breathtaking sights, including the towering Tronqueira mountain range and the stunning waterfalls of Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park, revealing the true beauty of this untouched paradise.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 20 pickup points
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: Food and drinks, Lunch
- Children from €76: ages 6 to 10

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 20 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €85 per person
- Duration: 7h 30m
- Rating: 4.88/5 from 42 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Azores Trails of Nature
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30

## Reviews

4.88 from 42 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 41 of 42.

- 5 stars: 39 (93%)
- 4 stars: 2 (5%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (2%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides, viewpoints and local lunches; some describe the jeeps as old

**Praised:**
- Friendly guides with detailed knowledge of island history, nature and local life
- Viewpoints and rural spots reviewers say they would not have found alone
- Local restaurant lunches praised for fresh, tasty food
- Flexible routes shaped around interests and places already visited

**Complaints:**
- Some reviewers describe the jeeps as old

Written by Guidekin from the 33 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2016-01-14 to 2026-06-03); last checked 2026-10-07.

## What's included

- Professional guide
- Hotel and port pickup and drop-off service for guests staying in Ponta Delgada city

## Not included

- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- All entrance fees

## Itinerary

1. **Serra da Tronqueira** (25m) - The Tronqueira mountain range, located on the eastern side of São Miguel, features rugged dirt roads that connect Nordeste to the municipality of Povoação, near Faial da Terra. From the Tronqueira viewpoint, visitors are treated to stunning views of Pico da Vara, the island’s...
2. **Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes** (30m) - Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park is a protected area in the Azores, located along the Ribeira dos Caldeirões watercourse in Achada, Nordeste. Nestled on the slopes of Serra da Tronqueira, the park also encompasses part of the Ribeira do Guilherme stream. Known for its lush...
3. **Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego** (30m) - The Ponta do Sossego viewpoint, located in Lomba da Pedreira just a bit further from Ponta da Madrugada, offers breathtaking coastal views. Known for its lush gardens, which are meticulously maintained year-round, this spot is considered the largest garden in the Nordeste...
4. **Miradouro do Salto do Cavalo** (15m) - The Salto do Cavalo viewpoint marks the final stop on the northeastern viewpoint tour. Located in the parish of Salga, at the island's eastern edge, it offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Furnas Valley, as well as sweeping vistas of both the north and south coasts of...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 20

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum of 2 people per tour is required to run the tour

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Jeep & 4x4 Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #11 of 15** | €85 | 7h 30m | 4.88 (42) | shared |
| [8-Hour Private Tour in 4x4 Vehicle from Ponta Delgada](/portugal/azores/tours/8-hour-private-tour-in-4x4-vehicle-from-ponta-delgada/?format=md) | €310 per group | 8h | 4.95 (309) | private |
| [Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa do Fogo](/portugal/azores/tours/half-day-4x4-tour-to-lagoa-do-fogo/?format=md) | €55 | 3h 30m | 5.0 (63) | shared |
| [São Miguel Private Jeep Adventure - Personalized Island Tour](/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-private-jeep-adventure-personalized-island-tour-5529858P2/?format=md) | €300 per group | 7h | 5.0 (49) | private |

Ranked #11 of 15 in Jeep & 4x4 Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €160, median €80; typical length 5h. 3 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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