São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour
Overview
- Frequent sightings throughout the year, with different species depending on the season;
- Specialized guides who share knowledge about marine life and the Azorean ecosystem;
- Guarantee of no sighting: If you do not see any animal during the tour, we offer the possibility to reschedule a new activity.
What's Included
- Lifevest; Experienced guide; Bathroom in the Catamaran; Change room available in our facilities for free; Sightseeing Warranty Policy: we offer a new tour in case you don't spot any animal.
- Meals
- Bottled water
- Pick-up /Drop off
- Entrance on the islet
Meeting Location
Rua da Marina
9680-909 Vila Franca Do Campo, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Vila Franca do Campo
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Islet of Vila Franca do Campo (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for people with poor physical conditions (for the speedboat/zoadic option).
- Not recommended for people with bladder problems (for the speedboat/zodiac option).
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 75 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour?
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Activity code: C-307680P2
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Average 4.86 out of 5 stars based on 36 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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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- 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 (-01).
- 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.
- Lifevest; Experienced guide; Bathroom in the Catamaran; Change room available in our facilities for free; Sightseeing Warranty Policy: we offer a new tour in case you don't spot any animal.
- Meals.
- Bottled water.
- Pick-up /Drop off.
- Entrance on the islet.
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 6. 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 São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for people with poor physical conditions (for the speedboat/zoadic option).
- Not recommended for people with bladder problems (for the speedboat/zodiac option).
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for São Miguel, Azores: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lifevest; Experienced guide; Bathroom in the Catamaran; Change room available in our facilities for free; Sightseeing Warranty Policy: we offer a new tour in case you don't spot any animal.
- Meals
- Bottled water
- Pick-up /Drop off
- Entrance on the islet
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for people with poor physical conditions (for the speedboat/zoadic option).
- Not recommended for people with bladder problems (for the speedboat/zodiac option).
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 75 travelers
