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Boat Tour: Caves & Cliffs Tour on the Wild North Coast

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Overview

Begin your adventure in Rabo de Peixe, a traditional Azorean fishing village that remains untouched by mass tourism, offering a genuine glimpse of island life.

As you travel east along São Miguel’s north coast by boat, your guide will share insights into its natural beauty, geology, and culture. Sail past the black-sand surf beach of Areal de Santa Bárbara and the dramatic cliffs of the Santa Iria viewpoint, one of the island’s most iconic landscapes.

Continue to the lush valley of Praia dos Moinhos, once powered by historic water mills, where green hills meet the Atlantic.

From the sea, enjoy a rare view of the Porto Formoso tea plantation—one of Europe’s last remaining tea producers. Throughout the tour, your local guide will bring the coastline to life with stories of volcanic origins, seafaring traditions, and hidden gems.

What's Included

  • Cultural and geological interpretation
  • Life jackets and safety gear
  • Guided boat experience

    Meeting Location

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    Rua do Porto
    9600-118 Rabo de Peixe, Portugal

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    What To Expect

    Ponta da Cintrao (Pass By)

    Ponta do Cintrão is a dramatic headland on São Miguel’s north coast, offering towering cliffs, unique lava formations, and panoramic ocean views. It marks one of the island’s most striking coastal points.
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    Porto Formoso (Pass By)

    Porto Formoso Port is a small, traditional fishing harbor nestled in a scenic bay, known for calm waters, colorful boats, and its proximity to the island’s famous tea plantations.
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    Porto de Santa Iria (Pass By)

    Santa Iria Port is a small, hidden harbor with crystal-clear waters, once used by locals for fishing and sea access. Today, it’s a peaceful, scenic spot tucked below the Santa Iria cliffs.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Boat Tour: Caves & Cliffs Tour on the Wild North Coast?

    A: If 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. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5577029P2

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    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Boat Tour: Caves & Cliffs Tour on the Wild North Coast?
    A:

    If 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
    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Boat Tour: Caves & Cliffs Tour on the Wild North Coast?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • 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.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Cultural and geological interpretation.
    • Life jackets and safety gear.
    • Guided boat experience.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    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 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If 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 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Boat Tour: Caves & Cliffs Tour on the Wild North Coast is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boat Tour: Caves & Cliffs Tour on the Wild North Coast 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!

     

     

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    • Cultural and geological interpretation
    • Life jackets and safety gear
    • Guided boat experience

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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