PORTUGAL
Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa do Fogo
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At a glance
- Location
- Portugal
- Languages
- pt, en
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation available
- Operated by
- Carpe Diem dream tours
- Booking
- Instant confirmation, mobile e-ticket
Overview
At 947m above the sea level rises Pico da Barrosa, where throughout the route we can observe the diversity of the local fauna and flora. An enormous crater hides the glamorous Lagoa do Fogo at the top of the Fogo (Fire) Volcano at 575m above sea level. The beauty of the scenery sharpens ours senses with the luxurious vegetation – some endemic – from a spectacular landscape that reveals the magnificence of what nature presents us, on a journey that will last in your memory.
What's included
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Driver/Certified nature guide
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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On the way towards Ponta Delgada, we will stop at the refreshing waterfall scenery of Salto do Cabrito. The course on/off road may vary according the climate conditions.
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The Fogo Volcanic Complex, features an abundance of species of endemic flora and secondary volcanism manifestations, that consists on fumaroles and hot springs. The caldera of the Fogo Volcano is the smallest caldera collapse of the island of São Miguel, with about 15 thousand years. Given to its location in altitude, it is the most natural area and with the less human intervention suffered. It is an important hydrologic resource being classified as a Nature Reserve since 1974.Because of its structure, it plays an extremely important role particularly in the replacement of underground water, regulation of the water cycle, biomass production, retention of sediments and nutrients and is therefore classified as Ramsar site.
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Visit the historic center of Ribeira Grande with a beautiful public garden crossed by the stream that give name do the city on th north coast of the island
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Santa Barbara beach is located in the city of Ribeira Grande, konwn at the Surf Capital.
Meeting & pickup
If you come by cruise ship pick up its a Cruise Ship Terminal.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If canceled due to extreme weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available — see Viator booking page for exact deadlines and refund terms.
About the operator
Carpe Diem dream tours operates this experience in Portugal. All bookings are managed and confirmed directly through Viator, the world’s leading marketplace for tours and experiences, ensuring secure payment, instant confirmation, and 24/7 customer support.
Tour information last updated October 23, 2026