Whale watching & the Princess Ring Islet [Jun-Oct]
📍 São Miguel Island, Azores
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DurationFull-day
FitnessEasy
CancellationFree cancellation 24h before start time
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Overview
wildlife highlights
Dolphin
Sperm Whale
Fin Whale
Blue Whale
What you will be doing
Briefing
The day starts with a short informative briefing introducing you to Cetaceans (Whales and Dolphins), local species, their natural habitat, communication, migration, behavioural patterns, and onboard safety
Wildlife watching
Everyone will follow the Guide and Skipper to board their designated boat, and go out to sea. Your Guide will keep you informed on what wildlife you are observing, and is always available to answer your questions - please feel free to ask anything at any time
Lunch
At 12: 00 it is time to return to the Marina for lunch local food at a local seafront village restaurant - at walking distance from the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo
Afternoon snorkel
At 13:30 you will meet us back at the Marina, when you will be provided with your snorkeling gear, and a ticket to travel 10 minutes on a converted traditional fishing boat to the islet, now self-guided and free to explore the natural reserve Princess Ring, just outside the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo. A volcanic crater & natural pool with views to the open Atlantic, perfect for bathing, swimming and snorkelling
Return
Boats depart the Islet back to the Marina on every hour until 17:30 - be sure not to miss it! We'll be waiting for you at our Base for check-out and returning your snorkelling gear
Things to know
AccessibilityChildren friendly
Fitness levelEasy
Tour languageEnglish
Licence requiredNone
- Eat light, and bring your personal water supply, sunscreen and chap-stick for the sun, and warm clothing since temperatures may vary. Light food is permitted onboard, a camera is essential (pref. with zoom), binoculars are recommended - protect any personal equipment
- Minimum age is 4
- NOT FOR anyone with weak back or in delicate health condition.
Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Included
- Snorkelling equipment
- Lunch
- Refreshments
- Entrance ticket
- Marine biologist
- Tour guide
❌ Not included
- Water
- Pick up and drop off transport
Where we'll meet
Meet up/Pick up location: São Miguel - Azores Islands, 9680-187 Vila Franca Do Campo, Portugal
Instruction: You will meet us at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo for check-in, at 08:30.
ReturnThis trip returns to meeting point.