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7 best jeep tours in the Azores

I'd book T4W's Sete Cidades jeep for a small group on São Miguel. The adult ticket starts at €45. The trip takes 4 hours with up to 6 people.

For experienced quad riders, I'd choose Azores Outdoor Activities' Sete Cidades quad. Two adults share a quad from €79 each. For shared buggy driving, pick ANC Azores Holidays' Sete Cidades buggy from €80 per adult, per seat.

Viator lists forty-four jeep, buggy and quad tours in the Azores. I compared seventeen by reviews, ratings and what's included. These are my seven. These tours run on São Miguel and Terceira. Every trip below allows free cancellation through Viator. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Details checked 13 October 2026 · edited by Roman Antonov

Dirt track on São Miguel's Sete Cidades crater rim

Compare jeep tours in the Azores Hide the table Seven tours side by side

Seven tours, in page order. Prices are in EUR. Adult starting prices are shown. Details checked 13 October 2026.
	Tour	Departs from	Group limit	From price	Duration	Departures (local time)	Rating
01	T4W Sete Cidades jeep from Ponta Delgada Half-Day Jeep Tour from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades São Miguel	Ponta Delgada, Lagoa or Ribeira Grande hotel pickup	up to 6	€45 per adult	4 hours	09:00, 14:00	4.9 (85 reviews)
02	Azores Outdoor Activities Sete Cidades quad Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day) São Miguel	Fenais da Luz	up to 18	€79 per adult	3 to 4 hours	09:00, 14:00	4.9 (939 reviews)
03	ANC Azores Holidays Sete Cidades buggy Buggy Off-Road Excursion to Sete Cidades - HD São Miguel	ANC buggy and quad tours office	up to 20	€80 per adult	3 to 4 hours	08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 12:30, 13:30	4.7 (101 reviews)
04	Azores Retreat buggy tour on Terceira BUGGY TOUR - West / Center of the island (off-road) Terceira	Angra do Heroísmo hotel pickup	up to 8	€85 per adult	2.5 hours	10:00, 15:00	4.9 (186 reviews)
05	T4W Sete Cidades and Fogo jeep Full-Day Jeep Tour: Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo São Miguel	Hotel pickup	up to 12	€85 per adult	7 hours	09:00	4.9 (31 reviews)
06	Pro Island Tour Terceira jeep day In and Around Terceira Island in a 4X4 Terceira	Terceira hotel pickup	up to 21	€139 per adult	8 hours	09:00	5.0 (68 reviews)
07	Greenzone, Animation Turistica Nordeste jeep day Full day jeep tour Nordeste with lunch included São Miguel	Ponta Delgada hotel pickup	up to 50	€90 per adult	8 hours	09:00	4.9 (57 reviews)

Group limit is the most people the operator takes on one departure. Times are the usual timetable. All seven tours give a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure.

Jeep, buggy and quad tours

Half-Day Jeep Tour from Ponta Delgada to Sete Cidades

4.9 (85 reviews)

São Miguel 4 hours · groups up to six · departures 09:00, 14:00 · Ponta Delgada, Lagoa or Ribeira Grande hotel pickup

Photos from T4W · All 9 photos

I'd book this if you want a short trip with a small group.

Ride by jeep along Sete Cidades' crater tracks. Visit the village and lakes in 4 hours.

The trade-off. You must book at least 2 places. Entry to thermal pools and natural parks costs extra.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English.

Know before you go

Departures are at 09:00 and 14:00.
Pickup covers Ponta Delgada, Lagoa and Ribeira Grande.
At least 2 people must book together.
Infant seats are available.
Child fares require 2 paying adults.
Skip this if you have spinal or heart problems.

Quad Biking - Sete Cidades from North Coast (Half Day)

4.9 (939 reviews)

São Miguel 3 to 4 hours · groups up to eighteen · departures 09:00, 14:00 · Fenais da Luz

Photos from Azores Outdoor Activities · All 34 photos

I'd book this if you have quad experience and want to drive.

Follow a guide from Fenais da Luz on a quad. Ride coastal tracks before climbing towards Pico da Cruz. The trip takes 3 to 4 hours.

The trade-off. The quad price is per person sharing with another adult. There is no hotel pickup.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English.

Know before you go

Tickets cover ages 18 to 88.
Drivers must hold a driving licence.
Drivers need previous quad experience.
You need moderate physical fitness.
Bring warm clothing and a raincoat.
Skip this if you're pregnant or have spinal or heart problems.

Buggy Off-Road Excursion to Sete Cidades - HD

4.7 (101 reviews)

São Miguel 3 to 4 hours · groups up to twenty · departures 08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 12:30, 13:30 · ANC buggy and quad tours office

Photos from ANC Azores Holidays · All 11 photos

Pick this if you want to share the buggy driving.

Drive a buggy to Sete Cidades behind a guide. Stop at Pico do Carvão and Vista do Rei. The trip takes 3 to 4 hours.

The trade-off. A €500 credit-card deposit is required for each buggy. Drivers are liable for vehicle damage.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English.

Know before you go

Meet at the ANC buggy and quad tours office.
There is no hotel pickup.
Drivers need a licence valid in Portugal.
Passenger tickets start at age 7.
The tour needs at least 2 adults.
Weather can change the tour date.

BUGGY TOUR - West / Center of the island (off-road)

4.9 (186 reviews)

Terceira 2.5 hours · groups up to eight · departures 10:00, 15:00 · Angra do Heroísmo hotel pickup

Photos from Azores Retreat · All 10 photos

I'd book this if you're on Terceira and want a short drive.

Drive an automatic buggy through western and central Terceira. The tour takes 2.5 hours.

The trade-off. Included hotel transfers cover Angra do Heroísmo. Lunch isn't included.

Guide languages: Portuguese, English.

Know before you go

Drivers need a valid driving licence.
Tickets cover ages 5 to 90.
Departures are at 10:00 and 15:00.
Azores Retreat contacts you the day before pickup.
Cruise passengers must give the ship's name and all port timings.

Full-day jeep tours

Full-Day Jeep Tour: Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo

4.9 (31 reviews)

São Miguel 7 hours · groups up to twelve · departures 09:00 · Hotel pickup

Photos from T4W · All 11 photos

I'd book this if you want both lake areas in one day.

Visit Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo by jeep. Stop at Salto do Cabrito waterfall. The day takes 7 hours.

In and Around Terceira Island in a 4X4

5.0 (68 reviews)

Terceira 8 hours · groups up to twenty-one · departures 09:00 · Terceira hotel pickup

Photos from Pro Island Tour · All 12 photos

Pick this if you want Terceira by jeep with lunch arranged.

Ride Terceira's farm tracks in a 4x4. Stop for an outdoor lunch with local food. The trip takes 8 hours.

Full day jeep tour Nordeste with lunch included

4.9 (57 reviews)

São Miguel 8 hours · groups up to fifty · departures 09:00 · Ponta Delgada hotel pickup

Photos from Greenzone, Animation Turistica · All 8 photos

I'd book this if you've already seen Sete Cidades. It gives you a day in eastern São Miguel.

Travel by jeep to Ribeira dos Caldeirões waterfall park. Stop at Ponta do Sossego before lunch in Povoação. The tour takes 8 hours.

Before you book

How much do jeep, buggy and quad tours cost in the Azores?

T4W's Sete Cidades jeep starts at €45 per adult. Azores Outdoor Activities' shared quad starts at €79 per adult. That option puts two adults on one quad. ANC Azores Holidays' buggy starts at €80 per adult, per seat.

Should I book a jeep, buggy or quad tour?

I'd choose T4W's jeep if you want a driver. Pick Azores Outdoor Activities' quad if you have quad experience. For a buggy on Terceira, I'd choose Azores Retreat. Its buggies have automatic gears.

Do I need a driving licence for a buggy or quad tour?

All three driving tours here require drivers to hold a valid driving licence. Azores Outdoor Activities also requires quad experience for its quad options. ANC Azores Holidays requires a €500 credit-card deposit per buggy. Its drivers are liable for vehicle damage.

Can children join Azores jeep and buggy tours?

T4W's Sete Cidades jeep has infant seats. ANC Azores Holidays' buggy takes children aged 7 to 11 from €40. Azores Retreat takes passengers from age 5. Azores Outdoor Activities' quad tickets cover ages 18 to 88.

How long are jeep and buggy tours in the Azores?

T4W's Sete Cidades jeep takes 4 hours. Its combined Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo day takes 7 hours with lunch. Azores Retreat's Terceira buggy takes 2.5 hours. Pro Island Tour's Terceira jeep day takes 8 hours with lunch.

Can I book a private jeep tour on São Miguel?

Yes. T4W's private half day starts at €210 per person for 4 hours. Azores by Locals' private day starts at €300 per person for 7 to 8 hours. Each takes up to 6 people.

Can I cancel these tours?

All seven shared tours and both private trips allow cancellation through Viator. Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund.

Private jeep tours on São Miguel

These private jeeps let you choose the route on São Miguel. Both charge per person.

Half Day 4x4 Private tour from Ponta Delgada Azores

4.9 (70 reviews)

São Miguel 4 hours · private tour · departures 09:00, 14:00 · Ponta Delgada cruise terminal

Photos from T4W · All 10 photos

You choose the route for 4 hours in a private 4x4. Options include Sete Cidades or Lagoa do Fogo.

São Miguel Private Jeep Adventure - Personalized Island Tour

5.0 (49 reviews)

São Miguel 7 to 8 hours · private tour · departures 09:00 · Ponta Delgada hotel pickup

Photos from Azores by Locals · All 37 photos

Plan your route with the guide before setting off. The private 4x4 day takes 7 to 8 hours.

Roman Antonov, editor

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