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Top 15 Sao Miguel Tours

35 tours  ·  from $56

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 sao miguel tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

São Miguel West: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch - Lagoa do Canário and the walk to Boca do Inferno
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São Miguel West: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch

1.São Miguel West: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,948 reviews · 8 hours · from $88Our pick

Explore western São Miguel in a van limited to eight people, with stops at Lagoa do Canário, Boca do Inferno, Sete Cidades, Mosteiros, and Lagoa do Fogo. Guides such as João, Daniel, Max, and Katya add local stories, while lunch and hotel pickup are included.

“We had a great day visiting all the sites! Lunch was excellent and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide! Thank you Omri for a wonderful time! We had so much fun and enjoyed learning about the island.”

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São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch - Ponta da Cintrão reveals São Miguel’s rough north coast
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São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,391 reviews · from $86Top rated

Spend about eight hours exploring São Miguel’s west with an expert guide such as João, G, Catia, or Marcio. Expect dramatic viewpoints, Lagoa do Fogo, Sete Cidades, Mosteiros, a traditional lunch, and pickup from Ponta Delgada, Lagoa, or Ribeira Grande.

“I had the pleasure of participating in a tour of the western part of São Miguel Island, and I must admit that it was one of the best decisions during my stay in the Azores! The tour was perfectly organized and the guide - João is a real expert! JoRead more”

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São Miguel East Van Tour with Lunch: Furnas & Nordeste - Furnas Caldera brings the volcano right under your feet
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São Miguel East Van Tour with Lunch: Furnas & Nordeste

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,210 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about eight hours touring eastern São Miguel in a small 9-seater van with a local guide such as João, Max, or Cátia. See Furnas’ volcanic fields, enjoy a thermal bath if you choose, eat underground-cooked cozido, and visit waterfalls and north-coast viewpoints.

“Daniel was a fantastic guide. We couldn't have hoped for better. He went above and beyond to give us a fantastic experience.”

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São Miguel East: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch - Santa Iria Lookout starts the day above the north coast
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São Miguel East: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch

4.São Miguel East: Full-Day Van Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,124 reviews · from $85

Spend eight hours exploring eastern São Miguel with a local English or Portuguese-speaking guide such as João, Helena, Márcio, or Manuel. Visit Furnas, taste volcano-cooked cozido, stop at Ribeira dos Caldeirões, and enjoy Nordeste viewpoints in an air-conditioned nine-seater van.

“Great day trip, had time to see the main spots properly.”

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São Miguel Azores: Half-Day Whale Watching Trip - Meeting the crew and getting ready
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São Miguel Azores: Half-Day Whale Watching Trip

5.São Miguel Azores: Half-Day Whale Watching Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 983 reviews · from $74

Join Picos de Aventura for a 3 to 3.5-hour whale-watching cruise from Ponta Delgada, or Rabo do Peixe on selected days. Marine biologists and lookouts guide you to dolphins and whales, with catamaran or speedboat seating, life jackets, raincoats, and a refund or free rebooking if no cetaceans appear.

“Spotting whales and dolphins in the vast ocean around that Azores is like finding a needle in a haystack, but our guide and boat pilot were very successful at finding these needles. The whole activity was very enjoyable.”

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Sao Miguel: Caldeiroes Canyoning Experience - The 45-minute ride from Ponta Delgada
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Sao Miguel: Caldeiroes Canyoning Experience

6.Caldeiroes Canyoning Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 751 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $82

Head to Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park with guides such as Guilherme and Ricardo for a beginner-friendly canyoning session. You’ll hike, rappel, jump from optional heights of 2 to 7 meters, slide through natural rock, and finish with photos and videos included.

“We had so much fun! Our guides were kind and funny. Our group had different levels of comfort and the guides made everyone feel safe and comfortable. We took our 10 year old son and it was his favorite part of our vacation. Highly recommend!!”

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São Miguel: Glass Bottom Boat Tour with Snorkeling - Circling Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo
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São Miguel: Glass Bottom Boat Tour with Snorkeling

7.Glass Bottom Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 633 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

From Vila Franca do Campo Marina, you’ll circle the volcanic islet with a biologist such as Alex, Erica, or João, spot fish and seabirds through the glass bottom, then snorkel beside starfish, sea cucumbers, crabs, and moray eels.

“We had a lot of fun, first we thought the snorkeling might be a bit short, cuz the Guide talked alot about Fish & Vegetation, but we had a long time in the Water und even beyond the 2hours we were busy close up to 3 hours. The guide kept us as a group during the trip in the water and frequently asked if anybody wants ro go back to the boat. The Captain was also quite funny and very friendly. Totaly recommend that tour!”

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São Miguel: Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo Tour with Lunch - Pico do Carvão gives you the first big view
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São Miguel: Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo Tour with Lunch

8.Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 565 reviews · 8 hours · from $83

Spend eight hours touring São Miguel with guides such as Joaquim, Bruno, or João. See Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Salto do Cabrito, and Santa Bárbara Beach, with a traditional lunch, drinks, and hotel pickup included.

“Perfect day with knowledgeable and engaging guide. The day was well-paced, with many interesting sights. Lunch was tasty, served with delicious drinks too. Our guide gave us many great hints, tips and recommendations for places to see in the local area. The prefect trip with nothing at fault.”

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São Miguel Island: 2-Day Guided Island Tour with Meal Add-on - A comfortable start with a small local group
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São Miguel Island: 2-Day Guided Island Tour with Meal Add-on

9.São Miguel Island: 2-Day Guided Island Tour with Meal Add-on

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 558 reviews · from $135

Spend two full days touring São Miguel with a guide such as Pedro, Carlos, or Henrique. Visit Furnas, Nordeste, Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, tea plantations, waterfalls, and thermal pools in a van limited to eight people. Lunch is optional, and park and pool entry fees are extra.

“This is an excellent tour. You get to see basically all of the main highlights of the island over two days. Our guide, Henry, did a fantastic job. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting São Miguel!”

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Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores - The first 15 minutes: getting ready for the canyon
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Canyoning Experience in Ribeira dos Caldeirões Sao Miguel -Azores

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Join guides such as Inês, Teresa, Daniela, Ricardo, or Bruno for a beginner-friendly canyoning route in Ribeira dos Caldeirões. Expect a 15-minute walk, uphill scramble, safety training, waterfall rappels, optional 2 to 7-meter jumps, a natural slide, and a short return hike.

“This was a great experience! The guides were very friendly, helpful and patient. I highly recommend this excursion!!!”

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São Miguel: Furnas Volcano & Tea Plantation Tour & Lunch - Lagoa pottery and Vila Franca do Campo
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São Miguel: Furnas Volcano & Tea Plantation Tour & Lunch

11.Furnas Volcano & Tea Plantation Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 330 reviews · from $85

Travel from Ponta Delgada to Lagoa, Vila Franca do Campo, Furnas, and São Miguel’s tea country with guides such as Joaquim, José, Bruno, or Mario. Expect volcanic springs, a lake-cooked lunch, panoramic views, pottery, tea tasting, and optional thermal bathing.

“Incredible tour!!! Hugo was a great guide, dry very knowledgeable. The sights were sooooo amazing and the food was delicious!”

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Sao Miguel: Ribeira dos Caldeiroes Canyoning Experience - From the Meeting Point to the Stream
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Sao Miguel: Ribeira dos Caldeiroes Canyoning Experience

12.Ribeira dos Caldeiroes Canyoning Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 321 reviews · from $74

You’ll rappel down waterfalls up to 8 meters, slide, jump about 5 meters, and walk through Ribeira dos Caldeirões with English or Portuguese-speaking guides such as Luis, Leandro, and Raisa. Expect a small group, safety-first coaching, and a 20-minute walk to the stream.

“Perfect activity for getting started with Canyoning. Guides were very knowledgeable, friendly and made sure we had an amazing time while being safe. Highly recommended.”

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Ponta Delgada: Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour - Morning: geothermal ground and a water channel
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Ponta Delgada: Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour

13.Hidden Gems of São Miguel Full-Day Van Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 315 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Spend eight hours exploring São Miguel beyond its famous sights. Short walks lead to waterfalls, a small dam, lava caves, and a beachside stream. Local guides such as João, Cátia, Gonçalo, and Manuel share island stories, with lunch, a drink, dessert, and coffee included.

“Merci Gonçalo for that beautiful day of walks and connection with nature and people. I had an amazing day !”

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São Miguel: Full-Day Tour to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo - Pineapple greenhouses and the island’s farming culture
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São Miguel: Full-Day Tour to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo

14.Full-Day Tour to Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 252 reviews · 8.5 hours · from $82

Spend a full day crossing São Miguel with an English- or Portuguese-speaking guide. Visit a pineapple plantation, Sete Cidades, Ribeira Grande, Lagoa do Fogo, and a regional liquor factory, with lunch and drinks included. Guides such as João, Rodrigo, and John are praised for local insight and flexible routing.

“The guide, John was very knowledgeable and included explanations in both Portuguese and English for all of the guests. He was very helpful.”

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São Miguel: Wild Swimming with Dolphins - The ten-minute briefing matters
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São Miguel: Wild Swimming with Dolphins

15.Wild Swimming with Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 222 reviews · from $171

Set out from Marina Pêro de Teive with a small group of up to eight. Guides including marine biologist Fatima and experienced staff such as Joanna and Natalia explain safe dolphin encounters before taking you into open water. Expect boat-based watching and several brief swims near wild dolphins.

“Swimming with dolphins was an amazing, unforgettable experience! A few things which are good to know: they will provide you with a wet suit, snorkel and windbreaker; it’s a fast open boat and the ride can be bumpy; when you get to the right place, it’s a very fast procedure to get you in the water by dropping you overboard as still slightly moving in the open ocean; you will be in the water 3-4 times, each no more 5min. It was incredible to see such large pod of dolphins from up-close, but beware that to enjoy this experience you MUST be VERY comfortable in the open water. Unfortunately life…”

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New in Sao Miguel Tours

★ 5.0Canyoning in Salto do Cabrito (Sao Miguel – Azores)From $10867 reviews
★ 5.0Canyoning Adventure in Ribeira da Salga (Sao Miguel – Azores)From $16248 reviews
★ 4.8Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo Full-Day TourFrom $8065 reviews
★ 4.5São Miguel West: Sete Cidades and Fogo Tour with LunchFrom $99111 reviews
★ 4.9São Miguel Island: Full-Day Sete Cidades TourFrom $8246 reviews
★ 4.8Snorkeling around Vila Franca do CampoFrom $8649 reviews
★ 4.7Furnas and Nordeste Full-Day Tour with LunchFrom $11086 reviews
★ 4.72-Day Island Tour, Tea & Pineapple PlantationFrom $132113 reviews
★ 4.8Coasteering Experience in CalouraFrom $8843 reviews
★ 4.9Private Full or Half-Day 4×4 São Miguel Tour96 reviews
★ 4.5Whales & Volcano Full-Day Tour with LunchFrom $18295 reviews
★ 5.0Volcano of 7 Cities Crater Buggy or Quad TourFrom $7851 reviews
★ 4.7Azores: São Miguel and Lagoa do Fogo Hiking TripFrom $7679 reviews
★ 5.0AdventurePark Canyoning Salto do Cabrito, AzoresFrom $9167 reviews

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