The 15 best things to do in Terceira (2026)

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   1. Private Terceira Island Full Day Tour

   Outty Ranking90

   This is a private tour. You will enjoy everything at you own pace and this tour is costomizable by you! Water's are included to the tour. Exceptional at 90/100, 5.0/5 from 257 traveler reviews, 7h from $174, free cancellation.

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   2. Island Van Tour (Full Day) | Terceira Island

   Outty Ranking90

   Terceira Island, an authentic paradise in the middle of the Atlantic, made up of millions of fantastic natural places ready to visit. This tour includes the passage through the most beautiful spots that this island has t. Exceptional at 90/100, 4.9/5 from 187 traveler reviews, 7h from $87, free cancellation.

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   3. Terceira Island: Full Day Tour

   Outty Ranking88

   In this tour we get to visit the highlights of the Island with an incredible typical lunch included! From the best viewpoints on the Island, to vineyards and lava pools in the north, to the most incredible patchwork mad. Exceptional at 88/100, 5.0/5 from 74 traveler reviews, 7h from $104, free cancellation.

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   4. Underground Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island

   Outty Ranking88

   The underground caves are one of the most amazing visits to take on Terceira Island. This tour includes the passage through the Natal Cave (lava tube) and the Algar do Carvão (the interior of the volcano), also includes. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.9/5 from 158 traveler reviews, 3h from $58, free cancellation.

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   5. Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island

   Outty Ranking87

   Whale and/or dolphin sightings 100%* guaranteed or ask for your money back. *We guarantee the sighting of at least 1 species of whale and/or dolphin, of which sightings are possible in the Azores. Otherwise, you can opt. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.9/5 from 198 traveler reviews, 3h from $75, free cancellation.

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   6. In and Around Terceira Island in a 4X4

   Outty Ranking87

   You no longer have to go to Africa to go on a safari. Also in the Azores it is possible to experience moments of pure adrenaline in a all terrain vehicle. Fasten your seat belt, the adventure through the interior of the. Exceptional at 87/100, 5.0/5 from 68 traveler reviews, 8h from $161, free cancellation.

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   7. Dining Experience with local family

   Outty Ranking86

   You are welcomed as a family and enjoy the true essence of the Island, which is the feeling of sharing and friendship. Enjoy typical Azorean food made in a wood-fired oven made of lava stones, similar to our ancestors,. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 112 traveler reviews, 4h from €18, free cancellation.

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   8. Wines and Moonshines of Terceira

   Outty Ranking86

   The trip is made comfortably in jeeps suitably equipped for the purpose and able to take you to places you did not even imagine existed. we personalize your tour to your likes, we bring you to the most important look-out. Exceptional at 86/100, 5.0/5 from 62 traveler reviews, 8h from $161, free cancellation.

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   9. BEST VIEW TOUR(Full Day Private Tour)

   Outty Ranking86

   An Unique Private Tour. Starts at 9 am and ends when you want. In this tour you have the opportunity to visit all the most beautiful scenery that this fantastic island has to offer. Start the adventure around the island. Exceptional at 86/100, 5.0/5 from 107 traveler reviews, 6h from $220, free cancellation.

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    10. E-Bike Tour Monte Brasil | Terceira Island

    Outty Ranking85

    Come to know Monte Brasil in the most fun way and walk the paths in the middle of this volcano classified as a forest reserve! Here we climb to the Cruzinhas monument on the top of the Monte Brasil by electric bike, full. Exceptional at 85/100, 5.0/5 from 85 traveler reviews, 2h from $45, free cancellation.

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

    Outty Ranking84

    Gather your family and friends and come explore Terceira Island aboard our UTV! • A UTV (Utility Task Vehicle) allows you to be the driver of your own adventure. We guide, you drive! • Offers greater comfort and saf. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.9/5 from 185 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $98, free cancellation.

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    12. West Coast Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island

    Outty Ranking82

    The western area of Terceira Island is one of the most coveted areas, has beautiful landscapes provided by viewpoints spread across various parishes, is composed of leisure zones and has many wonderful places to explore. Exceptional at 82/100, 5.0/5 from 52 traveler reviews, 3h from $58, free cancellation.

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    13. Terceira Island Highlights Tour - Azores

    Outty Ranking82

    Come and meet Terceira Island and its beauty, get to know the traditions and local customs, experience the regional gastronomy through the well known dish of "alcatra", be amazed by the swimming areas of volcanic rock, e. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.6/5 from 211 traveler reviews, 8h from $104, free cancellation.

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    14. PHOTO TOUR (Full Day Private Tour- Sunrise to sunset)

    Outty Ranking82

    This is the tour we recomend for people who want to learn about photography. If you have a camera and you want go to the next level, definitely this is the tour for you! You have the opportunity to learn several techniqu. Exceptional at 82/100, 5.0/5 from 72 traveler reviews, 8h from $348, free cancellation.

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    15. Half Day Terceira Island Tour by 4x4

    Outty Ranking82

    You no longer have to go to Africa to go on a safari. We personalize the Tour to your likes, the trip is made comfortably in jeeps suitably equipped for the purpose and able to take you to places you did not even imagine. Exceptional at 82/100, 4.9/5 from 59 traveler reviews, 4h from $93, free cancellation.

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