Azores Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour
Overview
Join an exciting Marine Wildlife tour with live commentary from Biologists and Naturalists (no megaphones), to see and learn more about Whales, Dolphins, Turtles, Fish, Birds, and the season's marine biodiversity of the Azores Islands!
Unlock the island's scenic coastline, the sandy beaches and the Princess Ring Islet of Vila Franca do Campo, along with all the best kept secrets of sea life in the heart of the Atlantic.
What's Included
- Zodiac RIB Boat (12 or 28 pax)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Impermeable Full Suit and Life Vest
- Experienced Skipper
- Insurance
- Knowledgeable Wildlife Guide (live commentary/no megaphones)
- Personal Water Supply
Meeting and Pickup
Hotel pickups are subject to availability, and commence prior to designated time. Contact us to book and confirm your exact pickup time. English is the official language on tours, but our team is multinational and will do their best to accommodate your preferred language (it is not guaranteed).
Marina de
9680-187 Islands, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
The journey starts with a short informative briefing introducing to Cetacean (Whales and Dolphins) local species, their migrational and behavioral patterns, and onboard safety.
Follow the Guide and Skipper to your designated boat, and go out to sea. Our lookout high inland will locate our friends, and provide directions via VHF Radio to where the boat may will travel initially at high speed.
Marine Wildlife can be observed yearlong. Sperm Whales are resident alongside 3 additional cetacean species and an abundant marine biodiversity.
While carefully approaching our friends your Guide will keep you informed, collect field imagery and data for local research, and is always available throughout the tour to provide answers to any specific questions - feel free to ask.
Upon return to the Marina, the boat will tour around the Princess Ring Islet of Vila Franca do Campo, for a close look at the volcanic marvel and resident wildlife.
Know before you go - eat light, bring your personal water supply, sunscreen and chapstick, and warm clothing. Light food is permitted , and camera is essential, especially for photography lovers - protect any personal equipment.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- NOT FOR anyone pregnant, with weak back, in wheelchair or any delicate health conditions, or under the age of 4.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THAT it is not possible to control animals' behavior in the wild, or to guarantee that you will see a specific species at a specific time frame.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Azores Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022
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Activity code: C-58075P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Azores Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+00).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Zodiac RIB Boat (12 or 28 pax).
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Impermeable Full Suit and Life Vest.
- Experienced Skipper.
- Insurance.
- Knowledgeable Wildlife Guide (live commentary/no megaphones).
- Personal Water Supply.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Azores Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- NOT FOR anyone pregnant, with weak back, in wheelchair or any delicate health conditions, or under the age of 4.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Azores Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Zodiac RIB Boat (12 or 28 pax)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Impermeable Full Suit and Life Vest
- Experienced Skipper
- Insurance
- Knowledgeable Wildlife Guide (live commentary/no megaphones)
- Personal Water Supply
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- NOT FOR anyone pregnant, with weak back, in wheelchair or any delicate health conditions, or under the age of 4.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THAT it is not possible to control animals' behavior in the wild, or to guarantee that you will see a specific species at a specific time frame.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
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