Journey through the volcanic heart of São Miguel on ANC’s 7-hour van tour to Lagoa do Fogo and Sete Cidades. Witness dramatic crater lakes and sample local flavors with expert guides.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for most ages with limited walking.
Wildlife
History
Lagoa do Fogo sits in a crater formed by a violent 1563 eruption, shaping São Miguel’s dramatic terrain.
Conservation
ANC promotes sustainable tourism practices to protect native vegetation and minimize visitor impact on fragile volcanic ecosystems.
ANC
Journey through the volcanic heart of São Miguel on ANC’s 7-hour van tour to Lagoa do Fogo and Sete Cidades. Witness dramatic crater lakes and sample local flavors with expert guides.
ANC is an adventure tour operator based in Ponta Delgada, Açores. The company offers a wide range of guided excursions across São Miguel island, specializing in off-road quad, buggy and jeep tours, lake and scenic van/minibus tours, and marine experiences such as whale and dolphin watching. ANC operates half-day and full-day itineraries covering major attractions including Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Nordeste, Povoação, Furnas and coastal routes.
All tours are conducted with local guides familiar with Azorean terrain and safety procedures. Vehicles used for excursions include quads, buggies, jeeps, vans and minibuses, and boat trips run with experienced crew and standard passenger safety equipment. Several shared tours are offered, and some full-day options include a meal. ANC lists specific products such as coast-to-coast and Sete Cidades circuits, off-road adventures with and without lunch, lake tours, scenic tours, and whale watching half-day trips.
Customers can choose vehicle-based exploration or marine activities from the Ponta Delgada area, with options designed to showcase volcanic craters, lagoons, cliffs, waterfalls and regional architecture. Routes commonly visit viewpoints such as Vista do Rei and Muro das 9 Janelas and include transportation across rural tracks and coastal roads. As a local operator in the Azores, ANC focuses on direct access to natural landmarks and a variety of tour durations to suit different travel plans. Bookings are arranged from meeting points in Ponta Delgada, with schedules and availability that vary by season. ANC provides pre-tour information on meeting locations, itinerary highlights and practical requirements for each trip directly.
Base Location
Ponta Delgada
Located in the Azores
Key Destinations
Sete Cidades · Nordeste · Lagoa do Fogo
Iconic Azorean landscapes
Vehicle Types
Quad, Jeep, Buggy, Van, Boat
Off-road, water and land tours
Duration Options
Half & Full Day
Short and full-day adventures
Reserve a half-day or full-day quad, jeep, buggy or boat tour to Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Nordeste and more — schedules vary by season.
Arrive Early
Be at the ANC kiosk by 8:30 AM to ensure a timely departure and smooth check-in.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Though primarily a van tour, some stops involve short walks on uneven terrain; sturdy shoes help.
Bring a Camera With Zoom
Capture sweeping crater lake views and wildlife from vantage points that are often set back from main paths.
Pack Layers
Weather can shift quickly in volcanic landscapes; bring windbreakers or light rain gear just in case.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction and comfort for short hikes and uneven surfaces during stops.
Layered clothing
Helps adapt to the island’s variable climate throughout the day.
Camera or smartphone
For capturing panoramic crater views and native flora.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial during summer’s warmer temperatures.
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