Azores Trails of Nature runs one 4x4 excursion out of Ponta Delgada, priced at 85 € per person. The format is flexible: 3.5h or a full day depending on what you book. Rated 5/5, the tour is marked "occasionally sporty" so it suits most fitness levels. Guides speak Portuguese and English. Book the full-day option if you want to cover the island's volcanic interior properly.
Season
All year
Coordinates
37.8088°N, -25.4776°EEquipment
The tour is rated "occasionally sporty", so wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and layer up: São Miguel's volcanic highlands shift temperature quickly. For a full-day session, bring a rain jacket, sun protection and a small backpack with water.
Getting there
The operator picks you up directly at your accommodation in Ponta Delgada, or you can meet at Travessa Prestes de Cima nº1, a short distance from the city centre.
Updated on 3 March 2026