Where to Soak in Sao Miguel: the 15 Best Hot Springs

1.Furnas: Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 534 reviews · 6 hours · from $88Our pick

Soak in Furnas hot springs, enjoy underground-cooked cozido, and explore São Miguel by night on a small-group tour from Ponta Delgada.

“Our guide was named Eduardo, and he was fantastic. We were picked up right outside of our location. Born and raised in the Azores, he was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. Dinner was so delicious and it was fantastic to have dined with our guide who was able to continue to educate us on the best choices. He was familiar with all the staff so it was like we were dining along friends. The sites were wonderful and the hot springs were a fantastic way to end the night. I’m so glad we booked this. I don’t think we would have enjoyed it as much if we would have driven…”

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2.Furnas Night-Time Experience with Thermal baths and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 380 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $86Top rated

Review of Furnas night tour from Ponta Delgada with thermal baths, volcano-cooked cozido, scenic stops, guide tips, and honest value advice.

“Our tour guide Felipe was incredible- kind, caring, and passionate about the island. We got to experience Furnas by night which was beautiful. I definitely recommend you go back during the day too in order to experience all Furnas has to offer. This is not to be missed!”

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3.Lagoa do Fogo & Hot Springs Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 71 reviews · 8 hours · from $82

Review of São Miguel’s Lagoa do Fogo day trip, with hot springs, tea plantations, pottery, viewpoints, lunch, and practical booking tips.

“Guide was friendly, engaging and knowledgeable. it was fantastic that we are able to drive so close to some of the views/hot spots that others weren't allowed to.”

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4.Furnas: Mystic Tour (w/Dinner) – Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $114

Review of Furnas Mystic Tour in São Miguel, with underground-cooked dinner, night hot springs, volcano views, pricing, and practical tips.

“This is one of the best experiences I have had. Ivo went above and beyond our expectations. He made us feel as if we were members of his family. His knowledge was extensive and to be missing out on this experience would be a big mistake, Ivo thank you so much for our wonderful evening. Connie and Kenny Kreisberg”

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5.Furnas: Mystic Tour (w/Dinner) – Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · 6 hours · from $100

Review of Furnas Mystic Tour in São Miguel, with volcanic stew, night hot springs, mineral waters, local guides, and practical booking tips.

“Ivo (of Wildscape Azores) was not only gracious, friendly, and accommodating, but also was an encyclopedia of Portuguese history, which I greatly enjoyed. My wife and I would definitely do this tour again!”

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6.Furnas: Thermal Springs & Tea Plantation Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 55 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Explore Furnas hot springs, Terra Nostra Park, volcanic cooking, local lunch, and Gorreana tea on an 8-hour São Miguel tour.

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7.Furnas Evening Thermal Bath Small Group Tour with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $193

Soak in Furnas thermal baths, eat traditional cozido, and explore Sao Miguel with a friendly small-group guide.

“Our little group of seven thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Furnas, the traditional cozido dinner and the highlight which was the visit to the thermal baths. I loved how well everything was organized and our guide Paulo was engaging and eager to share his knowledge of the history and traditions of the town. The thermal baths in Furnas at night were just magic. Great mix of locals and tourists.”

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8.Furnas: Hot Springs, Crater Lake & Geothermal Wonders

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 41 reviews · 8 hours · from $67Best value

Explore São Miguel’s tea fields, waterfalls, hot springs, Furnas crater lake, and volcanic cuisine on an 8-hour small-group tour.

“La guia, Andria, fue lo mejor. Nos conto mucho detalles de los sitios visitados y el dia transcurrio de manera fluida y relajada.”

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9.Full-Day Furnas Adventure: Lake, Fumaroles and Thermal Pools

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Explore São Miguel’s Furnas, tea fields, fumaroles, thermal pools, and hilltop views on a flexible small-group day tour.

“I highly recommend this tour. Our driver and guide was a charming young man named Joao (John). He made my nervous wife very comfortable. Took us to tge hot springs, beautiful vistas, beach and off the beaten path. His knowledge of the history and customs (and language) of the Portuguese people was fascinating. Lunch of a stew cooked underground for 6 hrs in a volcanic hole, was amazing.”

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10.São Miguel Azores: Furnas Evening Thermal Baths with tickets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $117

Review of São Miguel’s Furnas evening thermal baths, with hotel pickup, volcanic viewpoints, local insights, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“This was a lovely experience! We had an amazing time. Our host, Gabriele showed us some amazing viewpoints and recommended the best foods. (Fresh cheese+pepper jam+fresh bread = bliss) 10/10 tour”

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11.Nordeste: Waterfall, Hot Spring and Viewpoints Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Review of São Miguel’s Nordeste tour, with waterfalls, coastal viewpoints, Povoação lunch, and Terra Nostra hot springs.

“Great trip, fantastic tour guide, amazing views (cliffs and ocean view) - definitely worth to go and recommend to everyone !”

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12.São Miguel Azores: Furnas Evening Thermal Baths w/tickets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $115

Review of São Miguel’s Furnas evening thermal bath tour, with Pico do Ferro views, Dona Beija tickets, hotel pickup, and local guiding.

“One of the best things to do on the island in the evening. Wonderful and relaxing experience.”

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13.Furnas in a Private Evening – Tea, Cozido Dinner and Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $191

Review of Furnas in a Private Evening, with Gorreana tea, sunset views, volcanic cooking pots, cozido dinner, and hot springs.

“Mario was fantastic! Incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating. We would absolutely book another tour with Mario next time on island.”

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14.Private Tour Full-Day Furnas: Lake, Fumaroles and Thermal Pools

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Explore Furnas, tea fields, volcanic fumaroles, and thermal pools on a private São Miguel day tour with pickup and local guidance.

“We were a bit disappointed because we had booked a jeep but there were none available and had to switch to a van.”

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15.Private Full Day Tour Furnas – Thermal Pools & Botanical Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Review of a private Furnas tour from Ponta Delgada, with tea fields, volcanic cooking, thermal pools, Terra Nostra, and island views.

“I really loved touring in São Miguel, especially Sete Cidades. My tour guide, Francisco, was very helpful and informative while making the over all experience very enjoyable.”

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