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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.

Itinerary

Salto do Cabrito

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.

20 min Admission Free

Lagoa do Fogo

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.

20 min Admission Free

Ribeira Grande

The city of Ribeira Grande the north coast of the island is where the majority of our industry is based on. With a stop at the historical center you can enjoy a central garden with crossed by a big stream that gives name to the city, Ribeira Grande

30 min Admission Free

Praia do Areal de Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara beach is located in the city of Ribeira Grande, konwn at the Surf Capital.

15 min Admission Free

Meeting and Pickup

Start point:See confirmation

Tourism Post Office

End point:Returns to start point

Pickup available or meet at start point

Pick Up in a range of 15km from Ponta Delgada`s city center.

Special instructions:• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

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

Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication; If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

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Private Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa Fogo

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