Azores, São Miguel Island

The 3 Lakes Experience

Per Group (4 Pax):

From: 400,00 €

Per Group (4 Pax):

From: 400,00 €

About this Experience:

Dive into the details and see what makes this experience truly unique.

Embark on a premium 3 lakes private tour in São Miguel, carefully designed to reveal, in a single day, some of the island’s most iconic and authentic places.

A comfortable, personalized private experience, ideal for guests who wish to discover São Miguel’s great natural icons with quality, authenticity, and specialized local guidance.

Highlights:

✦ Iconic Lakes: Marvel at the breathtaking Blue and Green Lakes of Sete Cidades, the Lagoa do Fogo, and the peaceful Lagoa das Furnas.

✦ Tea Traditions: Visit the historic Gorreana Tea Plantation and Factory to discover one of the island’s most unique traditions and enjoy a relaxing pause.

✦ Volcanic Gastronomy: Experience the geothermal wonders of Furnas, observe the calderas and fumaroles, and enjoy the option to taste the traditional “Cozido das Furnas”.

✦ Panoramic Viewpoints: Take in sweeping coastal views from the Santa Iria viewpoint and the remarkable Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Paz in Vila Franca do Campo.

Geothermal hot springs with steam rising from the water in Furnas, Azores.

An Azorean pineapple growing on a plant with green leaves and a textured surface.

Aerial view of Lagoa do Fogo, a large crater lake surrounded by green hills in the Azores.

Lagoa do Fogo lake with trees along the shoreline reflecting in the water.

Aerial view of Lagoa do Fogo in São Miguel lake surrounded by green hills and yellow flowers in the foreground.

Aerial view of Lagoa Sete Cidades, a large lake surrounded by green hills and blue skies in São Miguel.

Coastal landscape featuring cliffs and a body of water with purple flowers in the foreground.

Freshly harvested tea leaves spread out in wooden trays inside a tea factory.

Rows of tea plants in a plantation on Sao Miguel Island, with green foliage and a cloudy sky.

A platter of traditional Azorean meal featuring various meats and vegetables including potatoes, greens, and sausages.

Black Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van parked with a sleek design and tinted windows.

What’s included

✅ Pick-up and drop-off in Ponta Delgada city center
✅ Experienced English-speaking driver-guide
✅ Private transportation in a premium vehicle
✅ Bottled mineral water on board

Not included

❌ Entrance fees, meals and thermal experiences
❌ Extras not mentioned
❌ Pick-up or drop-off outside Ponta Delgada city center

Recommended to bring

Comfortable walking shoes.
A windbreaker or light jacket (mountain weather can be unpredictable).
Swimwear and a beach towel (if you wish to experience the thermal hot springs).
Camera or smartphone.

Mandatory equipment

All set, no gear needed.
We’ve made it easy for you.
Everything you need is already included.

Important info

📍 Pick-up & Drop-off: Included within Ponta Delgada city center. Pick-ups outside Ponta Delgada are available upon request and subject to an extra supplement.

🚐 Focused Itinerary: This comprehensive full-day experience has an optimized duration of 8 hours, carefully paced to cover all three main regions without rushing.

🕔 Schedule: This tour starts at 09:00 AM and ends at 05:00 PM.

⚠️ Weather & Visibility: Mountain weather in the Azores can change rapidly. Visibility at higher viewpoints, such as Vista do Rei and Pico do Ferro, is subject to conditions on the day.

🚐 Private Vehicle Pricing: Our rates are scaled according to your group size (e.g., 1-4 or 5-8 passengers) to ensure the most suitable premium vehicle for your comfort and total exclusivity.

🚘 Premium Fleet: Please note that vehicle images are illustrative of our premium fleet standards. The exact make and model may vary depending on availability and group size, while always guaranteeing the highest level of comfort and exclusivity.