Full Day Lagoons and Volcanoes Tour in Terceira Island
Overview
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8 hours
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The tour of Lagoons & Volcanoes is a combination of two activities ( a walking trail and afternoon minivan tour with focus on the volcanology aspect) with lunch with drinks included, in a total of 8 hours of tour.
Enjoy the morning part through the hiking trail of Mistérios Negros, a 5-kilometer walk that stands out for its extreme natural beauty, be it lagoons and cryptomeria forests or endemic vegetation (Azoric), or even volcanic landscape.
Its level of difficulty is medium, with ap. 100 mt, in an irregular terrain. In the afternoon part you're invited to visit the interior of an empty volcano, walk through a fumarolic field, explore the interior of the lava tunnel of Gruta do Natal, and stroll through the natural pools in the parish of Biscoitos.
We inform that the stop of Algar do Carvão is closed since October, and will be for 18 months, due to construction works in their visitors center.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
ALGAR DO CARVÃO AND ITS VISITORS CENTRE ARE CLOSED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION, SINCE OCTOBER 20th. the construction OF “CAVE – azorean voLCANO sPELEOLOGICAL CENTER” OF ALGAR DO CARVÃO will take approximately 18 months.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance ticket to Gruta do Natal
Lunch
Entrance ticket to Algar do Carvão
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Trilha de Misterios Negros
The Mistérios Negros Hiking Trail is located on the interior part of the island. We start the tour by doing this hiking trail, it is of medium/difficult level of difficulty, on terrain with some flat parts, and a maximum altitude of 100 meters, and a length of approx. 5km.
Algar do Carvao
ATTENTION - Algar do Carvão visitor's centre is closed down for 18 months for reconstruction works, the monument opens only in 2026
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Full Day Lagoons and Volcanoes Tour in Terceira Island
Pickup included
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I highly recommend Amelia and TuriAzores for your day trips in Terceira.
Balinyoman,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time and experience today. Amelia, the guide, was wonderful with every tour participant. She was very informative and knowledgeable. The 3-course lunch, which included Alcatra (slow-cooked beef), the speciality of this region, was delicious. Generous portioning. There was a free flow of beverages as well.
Excellent
Judith R,
Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The full day tour was fantastic; Miguel was our guide, very attentive, explained a lot of things and was great.
Active, moderately...
Theresa P,
Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Active, moderately difficult with a variety of experiences. It was a great exposure to the geology of the island. Paulo was extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful
Amazing
denise a,
Sep 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing day on this tour. Rafa our tour guide was so knowledgeable and interesting. This tour had all sorts of surprises I didn’t realize were included. So happy we booked it, well worth the money!
5 different experiences...
Elisenda P,
Aug 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.005 different experiences (all related to nature and volcanos) in a 8 hours tour, including a two hours trekking. Nice experience. The guide was also a good driver.
Don't miss it!!
NoemiCuadras R,
Aug 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00A great experience with Rafaela. She knows everything about the island of Terceira and his history. A very interesting journey!!
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