ATV riding in Pico: Off-road buggy through rural pastures

Off-road buggy ride to a working dairy farm on Pico

A two-hour buggy ride on Pico takes you through off-road paths and rural landscapes to a traditional pasture where you watch a farmer collect milk from the cows. The tour includes a helmet, guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese, and pickup. You choose between a two-seater, three-seater or four-seater buggy at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Buggy tour through rural landscapes

• Drive off-road paths
• Cross rural landscapes
• Follow natural trails
• Reach traditional pasture
• Observe farmer milking cows

The experience

You operate the buggy yourself through off-road paths that cross rural landscapes and natural trails on Pico. The route heads toward a traditional pasture, where the day's main stop lets you watch a farmer at work during milk collection: a genuine look at the island's agricultural rhythm, not a staged photo moment. The whole ride runs two hours from pickup to return.

The buggy comes with a helmet and protective glasses. Your guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese and travels with you. Pico's terrain is rough enough to need a vehicle built for it, but the pace stays steady. The operator notes the ride suits all fitness levels. Children must be at least six years old, and infants ride on an adult's lap if needed.

At checkout you pick your buggy size: two-seater, three-seater or four-seater. Pickup is included, so you don't arrange transport to the start. The route itself is the point: the off-road paths and the working farm stop are what separate this from a road tour of the island.

What’s included

• Helmet and protective glasses.
• two to four-seater buggy (your choice at checkout).
• live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• pickup included.

Options for this experience

3 options

Guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese08:30

Guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese08:30

Guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese08:30

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday to SundayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to12h before

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 8 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Adega da Quinta Adventure

Is this one for you?Pick the buggy size that fits your group at checkout: a two-seater for a couple, a three or four-seater if you're traveling with family or friends. The ride itself is the focus, not a guided tour of named sights, so it suits anyone who wants to drive through Pico's rural landscape and see a working farm rather than visit a tourist attraction.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the buggy like to drive on Pico's terrain?

The buggy is built for off-road paths and rural trails across Pico. You operate it yourself through landscapes that need a vehicle with ground clearance. The operator does not describe steep grades or technical obstacles, and the ride is suitable for all fitness levels.

What happens at the dairy farm stop?

You watch a farmer collect milk from the cows during the working day. It is a genuine look at the island's agricultural routine, not a demonstration staged for visitors.

How many people can ride in one buggy?

You choose a two-seater, three-seater or four-seater buggy when you book. Pickup is included, so your group travels together from the start.

What safety gear is provided?

The buggy comes with a helmet and protective glasses for each rider. Children must be at least six years old to ride.