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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Portugal  /  Azores  /  Sao Miguel  /  Lagoa do Fogo

Lagoa do Fogo, Ribeira Cha

4.8
#3 of 24 in Nature in Sao Miguel
Water Body · Nature / Park
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Hike through the untouched nature surrounding Lagoa do Fogo, a crater lake at the center of Sao Miguel Island. This vividly blue body of water fills a crater that was formed from a volcanic eruption in 1563. The lake is the highest above sea level on the island and is protected by the government, which has banned any modern construction around the lake to preserve its beauty. Follow the trail leading down to the lake. If you prefer not to hike, you can simply visit the tranquil lake by car or with a tour and take in the views from high above. Plan trip to Ribeira Cha with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
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Tours to Lagoa do Fogo

FROM $72 BOOK WITH VIATOR São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch São Miguel West Full Day Tour with Setes Cidades Including Lunch
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $72 BOOK WITH VIATOR Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included. Jeep Tour Full Day Sete Cidades & Lagoa do Fogo with lunch and drinks included.
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $72 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full Day Outdoor Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo Tour with Lunch Full Day Outdoor Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo Tour with Lunch
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $72 BOOK WITH VIATOR Quad Bike Tour - Lagoa de Fogo (Half Day) Quad Bike Tour - Lagoa de Fogo (Half Day)
5.0
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
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FROM $225 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa do Fogo & Lagoa das Sete Cidades Private Full-Day 4x4 Tour to Lagoa do Fogo & Lagoa das Sete Cidades
5.0
Duration: 7 hours
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FROM $49 BOOK WITH VIATOR Shore Excursion: Sete Cidades, Furnas or Lagoa do Fogo from Ponta Delgada Shore Excursion: Sete Cidades, Furnas or Lagoa do Fogo from Ponta Delgada
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $142 BOOK WITH VIATOR São Miguel, Azores - 2 days tour pack São Miguel, Azores - 2 days tour pack
5.0
Duration: 2 days
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FROM $41 BOOK WITH VIATOR Extraordinary Half-Day Tour 4x4 - Unexplored landscapes & Lagoa do Fogo- Join Us Extraordinary Half-Day Tour 4x4 - Unexplored landscapes & Lagoa do Fogo- Join Us
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $121 BOOK WITH VIATOR Among Whales Dolphins and Volcanoes Full Day Tour With Lunch Among Whales Dolphins and Volcanoes Full Day Tour With Lunch
4.4
Duration: 7 hours
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FROM $226 BOOK WITH VIATOR Visit the Island with a Local - Private Car and Guide - Tailor Made Visit the Island with a Local - Private Car and Guide - Tailor Made
5.0
Duration: 6 hours
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FROM $84 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Jeep Tour: Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo Full-Day Jeep Tour: Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo
4.9
Duration: 7 hours
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FROM $66 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full Day Seven Cities & Fire (Min. 2 Persons) Full Day Seven Cities & Fire (Min. 2 Persons)
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
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Lagoa do Fogo reviews

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  • By Restless_K
    Lovely mountains and incredible views of both the lake and the sea coast as you descend the trail. Come prepared to hike! The trail is steep and parts of it are exposed to the sun. Walking poles... 
    Lovely mountains and incredible views of both the lake and the sea coast as you descend the trail. Come prepared to hike! The trail is steep and parts of it are exposed to the sun. Walking poles...  more »
  • By susana-cpm
    My favorite lake of the island. You have to download the app spot azores to check the webcam daily, as this lake gets foggy almost daily!. The track down is made of multiple steps, so be aware that... 
    My favorite lake of the island. You have to download the app spot azores to check the webcam daily, as this lake gets foggy almost daily!. The track down is made of multiple steps, so be aware that...  more »
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  • By Richard (Suboptimal Ric)
    Do the hike
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