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UNDERGROUNDTOUR (Full Day Private Tour)

5.0 · 55 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Azores Operated by Azores Expeditions Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
6h–8h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:00 · Hotel pickup from 14 pickup points
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A private caving day on Terceira into natural lava caves closed to the public, crossing farm fields to reach them, with helmet, a local guide and a photographer guide included.

It demands a high level of fitness and hiking boots; food is extra. 5 from 55 reviews at €180 per person.

In our comparison: #3 of 25 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €180 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Use of helmet
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Food and drinks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Tickets to Algar do Carvão (Close for renovation till 2026)and Gruta do Natal

Children from €180 (ages 12 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.

Reviews

5.0
55 ratings
Tripadvisor 48 · Viator 7

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 55 of 55

Star breakdown of all 55 ratings

5 stars
55 · 100%
4 stars
0 · 0%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the cave expertise, personal attention and photography help; some underground passages are narrow

Praised

  • Detailed explanations of cave geology and the island's history
  • Visits to private caves that are not open to the general public
  • Photography tips and help capturing photos inside the caves
  • Flexible itineraries adapted to travellers' interests
  • Patient guidance and a steady focus on safety underground

Complaints

  • No recurring complaints; reviewers note narrow cave passages

Written by Guidekin from the 46 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (4 December 2018 to 1 August 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
09:00 daily; scheduled through January 2030 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 14 pickup points (14 pickup points listed by the operator, 11 of them hotels)
Operator
Azores Expeditions; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with bad knees/back problems
  • Recomend hiking boots
  • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level

Children

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Only for children after 12 years old

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €180 ages 12 to 17

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, passport details, arrival flight or ship details

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Private Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #3 of 25€1806h–8h5.0 (55)private
Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour€1507h5.0 (257)private
BEST VIEW TOUR(Full Day Private Tour)€1906h5.0 (107)private
Sete Cidades and Pineapple Plantation Half Day Private Tour€160 per group3h5.0 (50)private

Ranked #3 of 25 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €70 to €300, median €150; typical length 6h. 25 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Private Tours

From €180 per adult