On this van tour, you will go up the volcano crater and protected Natural Reserve of Lagoa do Fogo. The tour will stop at Pico da Barrosa, Lagoa do Fogo, and Bela Vista viewpoints - for photos and some of São Miguel's best island views over the beautiful turquoise Lake of Fire's 15 thousand-year-old crater, its endemic flora, dramatic surroundings, and the Atlantic.
The tour will then head down the mountain northbound, passing by Caldeira Velha's environmental center for educational information on the volcanic origin of the islands, biodiversity, geodiversity, and geothermal resources.
You will have the opportunity for a thermal bath in Caldeira Velha's hot springs, or alternatively, further ahead on the refreshing cold waterfall of Salto do Cabrito, surrounded by untouched beautiful lush green flora.
With any time left, further down the mountain, you can visit Ribeira Grande's historical center and the 16th-century fountain of Largo de São Pedro, ending at northern Santa Barbara Beach.
Note: Light food is permitted and a camera is essential, especially for photography lovers - protect any personal equipment. Hot Springs mineral water will damage swimwear color - bring one you can spare!
Duration: 4 hours