Half-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa do Fogo

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.

1. 1

   Salto do Cabrito

   20 min

   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.

2. 2

   Lagoa do Fogo

   2 min

   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.

3. 3

   Ribeira Grande

   30 min

   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

4. 4

   Praia do Areal de Santa Barbara

   15 min

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

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.