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title: ride a volcano - go to the gardens in the woods
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/ride-a-volcano-go-to-the-gardens-in-the-woods/
type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 150
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 44
duration_minutes: 165
languages: [en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: true
schedule_checked: 2026-08-31
data_updated: 2026-09-25
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/ride-a-volcano-go-to-the-gardens-in-the-woods/
---

# ride a volcano - go to the gardens in the woods

**Guidekin's take:** A horseback ride across volcanic formations on the south coast of Terceira, into the forest gardens, with helmet, gaiters and gloves supplied by the stable. A shorter comfort ride is an option, and transport to the stable is not included. 4.98 from 44 reviews at €150 per person for 2h 45m.

## Overview

This activity will occupy your morning or afternoon with experiences and learning about the flora and fauna of Terceira Island. Throughout the activity we will cover a length of 12.48 km, enjoying a magnificent view of the south coast and riding on volcanic formations.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: After passing the church in the parish…
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

## Key facts

- Price: from €150 per person
- Duration: 2h 45m
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 44 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Basalto Clube de Campo

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| ride on a volcano - trip to the gardens in the forest | €150 / person | Spanish, French, English | - |
| Comfort option - 2h | €160 / person | Spanish, French, English | return in the trailer: the tour is reduced in its duration and ends in the beautiful gardens where we are picked up. |

## What's included

- We provide all the equipment for our horses and also the safety helmet for the rider. anyone who wants can use our gaiters and gloves

## Not included

- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Schedule last checked: 2026-08-31
- 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.

## Meeting point

After passing the church in the parish of São Bartolomeu, towards the parish of 5 Ribeiras, you will pass two streams.
After the second stream, there is a bus stop. After the stop there is a cobbled entrance to the right - this is the entrance to Clube de Campo Basalto

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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