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12 Best Things To Do in Sao Miguel

The tours and day trips worth booking.

The 12 top-rated things to do in Sao Miguel — the boat trips, beach days, volcano hikes and old-town wanders worth building a day around, with real prices and who to book each one with.

12 Best Things To Do in Sao Miguel

São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch - Price and Logistics: Why the $86.46 can feel fair
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São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch

1.São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch

A small-group west coast day from Ponta Delgada: Sete Cidades lakes, Lago do Fogo, waterfalls, and Mosteiros coast plus lunch.

Most Popular 5.0

“We went on an amazing trip with our guide Joao. He was informative and very interesting. We had a great group on the tour and Joao took us to some amazing sites on the west side of Sao Miguel. He also took us to a restaurant for an authentic island meal and it was fantastic.…”

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São Miguel East Van Tour with Lunch: Furnas & Nordeste - Hotel pickup and a comfortable 9-seater van rhythm
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São Miguel East Van Tour with Lunch: Furnas & Nordeste

2.São Miguel East Van Tour with Lunch: Furnas & Nordeste

Small-group van tour through São Miguel’s east coast: Furnas geysers, optional thermal pools, and a cozido lunch, plus Nordeste views.

5.0

“Wonderful Eastern tour of the island. Spent sufficient time at each stop, not too long or short. Max was very informative throughout the tour. Very kind and cautious driver. Would recommend Max and this tour.”

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Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included. - Sete Cidades for Real: Twin Lakes, Village Time, and Lake-Color Clues
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Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included.

3.Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included.

Full-day Jeep tour from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks, crater rim stops, and big views.

5.0

“First we were driven in 4-wd Jeep to top of caldera on South end of island. Scenery was nice, sun was not fully out so the green vs. blue lake colors were muted. Had lunch at noon at restaurant in Mariano's hometown. Then we went North to top of another caldera. This time visibility was…”

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Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores - Before the canyon: wetsuit, equipment, and two short safety briefings
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Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores

4.Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores

Canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões on São Miguel: gear, safety briefings, optional jumps and abseils, plus a wetsuit-and-water morning.

5.0

“We had a blast with this experience! I was unprepared for the hike up to the top, it was pretty hard for those not used to hiking especially while wearing a wetsuit but once we got up to the top is was a great time. The water was refreshing and cool. The guides did a…”

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Hidden Gems of Sao Miguel Island Full Day Tour with Lunch - The Small-Group Advantage (And Why Your Guide Matters)
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Hidden Gems of Sao Miguel Island Full Day Tour with Lunch

5.Hidden Gems of Sao Miguel Island Full Day Tour with Lunch

A small-group São Miguel full-day tour with a local lunch and low-crowd stops, from Ribeira Grande geothermal channels to Limbo Falls.

5.0

“We traveled to some parts of Sao Miguel that were not listed on other tours, the walking was a perfect amount for me. A little treterous but easily navigable with good shoes and no mobility issues. Had a great time with Goncalo and he was very knowledgeable and humorous. Kept me laughing all day. Would…”

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Furnas: Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner - Poça da Dona Beija after dark: the thermal baths experience
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Furnas Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner

6.Furnas Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner

Furnas at night from Ponta Delgada: thermal baths, steaming caldeiras, and a Cozido dinner with reserved tickets and small-group pickup.

5.0

“If I could give our guide and this experience 10 STARS, I would! From the moment we were picked up, we all felt like we were with an old friend. Our guide was fabulous- personable, funny, very knowledgeable about the island and we learned alot about Azorean history and culture. We went all over Furnas,…”

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Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Snorkeling in São Miguel, Azores - Snorkeling by the islet and near Praia da Pedreira
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Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Snorkeling in São Miguel, Azores

7.Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Snorkeling in São Miguel, Azores

Glass-bottom boat plus guided snorkeling near Vila Franca do Campo islet in São Miguel, Azores. Snorkel gear and a biologist guide included.

5.0

“We took this lovely boat tour the other day with our kids ages 8 and 11, and my husband's parents who are 70. We all enjoyed the close up view of Vila Franca do Campo. The kids were very interested in the glass bottom of the boat (not a ton of fish to be seen…”

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Swim with Wild Dolphins in the Azores - The boat ride along the Azores coast (and why it’s part of the show)
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Swim with Wild Dolphins in the Azores

8.Swim with Wild Dolphins in the Azores

Swim with wild dolphins off São Miguel on a small-group boat tour from Ponta Delgada, with dolphin-safety rules and multiple in-water chances.

4.5

“Great experience, I’m scared of the ocean but the adrenaline of seeing the dolphins took that away. There are also government rules they have to follow on how to interact with the dolphins so they are conscious about their well being.”

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Full Day Jeep Tour Furnas with lunch (Cozido) and drinks included - From Hotel Marina Atlântico to the East Side by Jeep
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Full Day Jeep Tour Furnas with lunch (Cozido) and drinks included

Furnas Volcano & Tea Plantation With Traditional Lunch, East Tour - Getting oriented fast: Miradouro de Santa Iria and Pico do Ferro
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Furnas Volcano & Tea Plantation With Traditional Lunch, East Tour

10.Furnas Volcano & Tea Plantation With Traditional Lunch, East Tour

São Miguel East tour mixes volcano caldera views, Europe’s oldest tea plantation, and underground cozido for lunch in one smooth day.

5.0

“Bruno was a wonderful guide. We had a very compatible group, and he adapted the tour to our preferences. The sites were very interesting. Lunch was a fun experience. Views were beautiful. Bruno even stayed late for us. Overall, a great day.”

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Wine & Food Evening Walking Tour in Ponta Delgada, incl. dinner - O Rei dos Queijos: cheese, wines, and Azores product pride
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Wine & Food Evening Walking Tour in Ponta Delgada, incl. dinner

11.Wine & Food Evening Walking Tour in Ponta Delgada, incl. dinner

5pm walk through Ponta Delgada with snacks and tastings, then a 3-course wine-paired dinner. Small group, local guides.

5.0

“Beautiful evening celebrating my birthday with my favorite travel companion, my daughter! Michael introduced us to lots of local food and wine. Met several like minded foodies too!”

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Full-Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo Tour With Lunch (West Tour) - Morning Stops Around Sete Cidades: Viewpoints First, Then Town Time
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Full-Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo Tour With Lunch (West Tour)

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