
Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs worth booking?
Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs is a 7-hour experience in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, from $74 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (9)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $74 per person
View a colorful assortment of pots, cups, tiles, and plates at the Cerâmica Vieira pottery factory. Travel to the Fogo Lake and take in its verdant shores and turquoise waters. Head to the hot springs of Caldeira Velha where you can soak in the waters of the hot springs (tickets not included). Stop for a quick lunch break in the center of Ribeira Grande for some traditional dishes. After lunch make a stop at Gorreana, the only tea plantation in Europe. Admire the lush green layered crops before continuing to 4 viewpoints where you can take pictures of the highlands and the coast. IMPORTANT: If you wish to bathe in the hot springs, please message us in 25 hours after booking, to reserve the tickets. ALL PASSENGERS MUST BE READY AT THE DESIGNATED PICKUP LOCATION AT 8:45 A.M. Delays may be expected, due to traffic or other reasons. Bookings made less than 48 hours prior to the start of the tour may not be able to take the tour in German, French, or Spanish. Please contact us if needed.
What you get
About this experience
View a colorful assortment of pots, cups, tiles, and plates at the Cerâmica Vieira pottery factory. Travel to the Fogo Lake and take in its verdant shores and turquoise waters. Head to the hot springs of Caldeira Velha where you can soak in the waters of the hot springs (tickets not included). Stop for a quick lunch break in the center of Ribeira Grande for some traditional dishes. After lunch make a stop at Gorreana, the only tea plantation in Europe. Admire the lush green layered crops before continuing to 4 viewpoints where you can take pictures of the highlands and the coast. IMPORTANT: If you wish to bathe in the hot springs, please message us in 25 hours after booking, to reserve the tickets. ALL PASSENGERS MUST BE READY AT THE DESIGNATED PICKUP LOCATION AT 8:45 A.M. Delays may be expected, due to traffic or other reasons. Bookings made less than 48 hours prior to the start of the tour may not be able to take the tour in German, French, or Spanish. Please contact us if needed.
What's included
Included
- On-board WiFi
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Powerbanks
Not included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Entrance tickets to parks (Please message us informing if you want a ticket)
What you'll see and do
Ceramica Viera
Visita guiada num museu de cerâmica. Aqui, o guia explicará a importância desta arte na cultura açoriana e mostrará, também, o processo de fabrico destas peças, feito pelos artesãos.
30 minutes here
Lagoa do Fogo
Paragem em diferentes miradouros à volta da Lagoa do Fogo, para obter diferentes vistas panorâmicas sobre a mesma.
30 minutes here
Salto do Cabrito
Visita guiada a uma das pérolas escondidas de São Miguel.
30 minutes here
Praia do Areal de Santa Barbara
Curta paragem para fotos e explicação sobre estruturas históricas na área.
10 minutes here
Ribeira Grande
Pausa para almoço num restaurante tradicional, com comida da região dos Açores (custo do almoço não incluído).
60 minutes here
Jardim Municipal de Ribeira Grande
Curto passeio pelo jardim municipal e explicação de monumentos e locais de grande importância histórica.
15 minutes here
Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana
Paragem para fotos nas plantações verdejantes Gorreana e visita guiada à parte da fábrica (com degustação), onde é produzido o chá.
35 minutes here
Miradouro de Santa Iria
Paragem para fotos de uma paisagem panorâmica sobre a costa norte da ilha.
10 minutes here
Centro de Interpretacao Ambiental Caldeira Velha
Desfrute dos banhos termais relaxantes ou visite o parque e centros informativos para aprender mais sobre a fauna e flora da ilha de São Miguel.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ponta Delgada
Meeting point
Ponta Delgada
Meeting point
Ponta Delgada
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Azorean Tales
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lagoa Do Fogo
Good contact with the operator. Very good guide who knew a lot and could tell many things. Great stops and nice view. We would recommend the thermal Pools.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We truly appreciate your feedback — it helps us keep refining our tours and delivering memorable moments. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the stops, the views, and especially the insights shared by your guide. The thermal pools are indeed a fantastic highlight, and we’re glad you loved them. We’d be happy to welcome you back to the Azores on a future visit. There’s always something new and beautiful to discover across the islands.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended!!
Lovely tour with André as our guide. Very knowledgable and speaks excellent English and French. The hot Springs were fantastic and the tour has many and intetesting stops
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your lovely feedback. Your opinion means a lot to us and helps us continue improving every day. We’re delighted to hear that André made your tour even more special with his knowledge and excellent language skills, and that you enjoyed the fantastic hot springs and all the interesting stops along the way. We hope to welcome you back to the Azores in the near future — there is always more to discover!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing day trip
A complete day with various sightseeing, from the ceramic factory, tea plantation to the hot springs. The tour guide Andre was amazing. He is very passionate and knowledgeable.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your feedback. Your opinion is truly important to us and helps us continue improving every day. We’re delighted to know that you enjoyed the variety of experiences and that André made your tour even more special with his passion and knowledge. We hope to welcome you back to the Azores in the near future — there is always more to discover!
via Viator
What a glorious 8-hour tour!
A very diverse set of activities! Seeing a beautiful lake formed by a volcano. Visiting lovely hot springs. Incredibly beautiful green scenery! A very pleasant and informative guide, Melissa. Seeing warm and welcoming cities and towns. What a day!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely words! We’re so happy you enjoyed the variety of experiences and Melissa’s guidance. Sounds like a day to remember!
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful discovery nature and swimming pools hot water
Beautiful day visiting park with swimming pools and on the way lookout, beautiful scenery, seaside, churches, cows, it was perfect. Nice guide everything was very good I advise
Response from the operator: Un grand merci pour votre retour si positif. Nous sommes ravis que cette journée de visite vous ait plu, entre les piscines, les magnifiques paysages, le belvédère, la mer, les églises et même les vaches ! Nous sommes également très heureux de savoir que notre guide a contribué à rendre cette expérience agréable. Votre recommandation nous touche beaucoup. Au plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau très bientôt pour d'autres découvertes inoubliables.
via Viator (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Azorean Tales, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.5.
See everything Azorean Tales runsWhy this scores 66
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Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ponta Delgada.
How much does Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs cost?
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Prices start at $74 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ponta Delgada usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ponta Delgada is not rushed.
Is Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ponta Delgada, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ponta Delgada can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ponta Delgada and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ponta Delgada within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ponta Delgada?
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On Outty we rank every Ponta Delgada experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sao Miguel West Van Tour Sete Cidades and Fogo Lake plus Lunch, Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included., Off the Beaten Track Half Day Sete Cidades Jeep Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ponta Delgada?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ponta Delgada?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs?
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Included: On-board WiFi; Snacks; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Powerbanks. Not included: Lunch; Breakfast; and Entrance tickets to parks (Please message us informing if you want a ticket). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs offered in?
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It is offered in Portuguese, English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ponta Delgada. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Lagoa do Fogo Volcano and Caldeira Velha Hot Springs?
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Across 9 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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