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title: Quad & Buggy Sete Cidades Crater Tour - 4x4 - Half Day
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type: tour
city: São Miguel
country: Portugal
price: 69
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.93
reviews: 95
duration_minutes: 240
languages: [pt, en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 2 of 4 (Small-Group Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-10-03
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# Quad & Buggy Sete Cidades Crater Tour - 4x4 - Half Day

**Guidekin's take:** 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.

In our comparison: #2 of 4 in Small-Group Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Look for the Motorcycle store.
- Max 2 people: small group
- Starts 09:00, 14:30: 2 departures a day
- Children from €55: ages 8 to 12

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €69 per person for the Shared Buggy SSV 4x4 Tour option; other options up to €120
- Duration: 4h
- Rating: 4.93/5 from 95 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Vita Azores
- Group: Shared, up to 2 travellers
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00, 14:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-02

## Reviews

4.93 from 95 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 93 of 95.

- 5 stars: 92 (97%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (1%)

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Buggy SSV 4x4 Tour | €69 / person | Spanish, English, Portuguese | Shared Buggy SSv 4x4 Tour: Let be driven by our specialist in a specialized all terrain vehicle able to cross the most amazing and ridged landscapes. |
| Quad Tour - 2 Person - 1 Quad | €79 / person | Spanish, English, Portuguese | 1 Quad - 2 Persons: You can drive or just enjoy the ATV in the passenger seat. |
| 4x4 Tour - Dedicated SSV | €99 / person | Spanish, English, Portuguese | Dedicated SSV Up to 2 Persons: Drive an SSV just for you, comfortable and safe you will get the most of this tour by |
| Quad Tour - 1 Person - 1 Quad | €120 / person | Spanish, English, Portuguese | Dedicated Quad per Person: Maximize the experience by reserving a Quad just for you while our Guide take you through the Most Amazing Landscapes |

## What's included

- Helmet
Basic Insurance
- All Fees and Taxes
- Third Party Insurance

## Not included

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

## Itinerary

1. **Miradouro do Pico do Carvao** (15m; admission included) - 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.
2. **Complexo Ambiental da Lagoa das Sete Cidades** (2h 45m; admission included) - 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.
3. **Miradouro Das Cumeeiras** (15m; admission included) - An incredible view over the lagoons of the Vulcão das 7 Cidades, an mandatory and unique stop on the Island.
4. **Vista do Rei Miradouro** (15m; admission included) - 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.
5. **Reserva Florestal de Recreio do Pinhal da Paz** (pass by, no stop) - 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.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00, 14:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02
- 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

Look for the Motorcycle store.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJk-KPGDXVXAsRsNz4SjO9S4M

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- 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

## Compared with other Small-Group Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 4** | €69 | 4h | 4.93 (95) | shared, max 2 |
| [Side by Side Tour - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)](/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/side-by-side-tour-sete-cidades-from-north-coast-half-day/?format=md) | €79 | 3h | 4.94 (421) | shared |
| [São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour](/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/s-o-miguel-azores-whale-and-dolphin-watching-tour/?format=md) | €59 | 3h | 4.76 (38) | shared |
| [Furnas: Volcano Wonders, Tea Plantation & Waterfall Tour](/portugal/sao-miguel/tours/furnas-volcano-wonders-tea-plantation-waterfall-tour/?format=md) | €69 | 8h | 4.65 (40) | shared |

Ranked #2 of 4 in Small-Group Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €59 to €79, median €69; typical length 3h 30m. 0 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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