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Quad & Buggy Sete Cidades Crater Tour - 4x4 - Half Day

4.9 Excellent 95 reviews
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4h
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Portuguese, English, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

A choice of quad, shared buggy or your own dedicated buggy up remote roads to the rim of the Sete Cidades volcano, with helmet and basic insurance included and parking at the base. Full cover, crash repairs, gloves and rain gear are extra, and drivers accept the operator's terms. 4.93 from 95 reviews at €69 per person.

From the guide

The Best way to Discover Azores.
Embark on a unique adventure through rugged landscapes and ancient geological wonders with our thrilling buggy and quad bike ride to a magnificent volcanic crater. With 36 thousand years, the Volcano of the 7 cities, on the island of São Miguel is one of the main attractions of the region and on board our specialized vehicles it will be possible to explore remote roads and viewpoints with unique views, on top of the crater of the volcano where normal vehicles cannot reach.

Compared with other Small-Group Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #2 of 3€694h4.93 (95)shared, max 2
Side by Side Tour - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)€794.94 (412)shared
Furnas: Volcano Wonders, Tea Plantation & Waterfall Tour€698h4.65 (40)shared

Ranked #2 of 3 in Small-Group Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €69 to €79, median €69; typical length 6h. 0 of 3 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 3 Small-Group Tours

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:00, 14:30
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 14:30. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 2, 2026.

What's Included

Helmet Basic Insurance
All Fees and Taxes
Third Party Insurance

What's Not Included

Comprehensive insurance
Repair costs in case of Crashing/ Roll Over
Additional Gear, like Gloves and Rain Coats

Itinerary

Miradouro do Pico do Carvao Stop 1
One of the most beautiful viewpoints on the island of São Miguel, a different perspective on the island, with views of the ocean and mountains.
15 min
Admission included
Complexo Ambiental da Lagoa das Sete Cidades Stop 2
The remaining time will be used to explore the most fantastic off-road roads of the Vulcão das 7 Cidades, between Lagoas and breathtaking Viewpoints, we will make short stops if necessary.
2h 45m
Admission included
Miradouro Das Cumeeiras Stop 3
An incredible view over the lagoons of the Vulcão das 7 Cidades, an mandatory and unique stop on the Island.
15 min
Admission included
Vista do Rei Miradouro Stop 4
On the opposite side of the Lagoon, the Miradouro da Vista do Rei houses not only one of the biggest tourist attractions on the island, but also the possibility to admire the abandoned Hotel das 7 Cidades.
15 min
Admission included
Reserva Florestal de Recreio do Pinhal da Paz Stop 5
A forest reserve in the middle of the Azores cattle ranches, one of the best known local attractions. The route includes several roads in the area.
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Departure & Return

Start point

Look for the Motorcycle store.

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End point

Look for the Motorcycle store.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In case of driving an ATV - Customer accepts the terms and conditions
  • Car Parking for costumers available

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 69 / person