Whale Watching + Vila Franca Islet Excursion
Whale Watching + Vila Franca Islet Excursion
We'll meet at the designated time at the Ponta Delgada seaport, where we'll board a boat that will take us out to sea. Get your cameras ready, because we'll spend three hours watching the Atlantic whales and dolphins.
Ponta Delgada is a town with many years of experience in protecting and respecting marine wildlife. During the boat trip, the guide will explain the importance of this work, as well as interesting facts about the different species that we'll be able to see during the activity. You'll see the agile jumps of the friendly dolphins and the impressive splashes of the whales and orcas.
Afterwards, we'll return to the port of Ponta Delgada for a transfer to Vila Franca do Campo, where we'll have lunch at a local restaurant. The menu includes a starter, a fish starter, a dessert and coffee or tea.
After lunch, we'll continue our boat trip exploring this islet of the Azores, inside which there is a nature reserve and a volcanic crater. This island is known as the Princess Ring, you'll soon find out why...
We'll also have the opportunity to observe the seabirds that nest on its shores, which has led to the islet of Vila Franca being included in the list of Important Bird Areas of the environmental organisation BirdLife International.
Finally, we'll return to the port of Ponta Delgada, where the excursion will come to an end after a total of 7.5 hours.
More Information
Duration
7h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Portuguese.
Included
Transport by bus or minibus and boat
English–speaking guide
Lunch
Life jacket
Rain jacket
Not included
Snorkeling equipment
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Futurismo Azores Adventures
Corporate name: Futurismo - Empresa de Turismo Nautico, Lda
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - Your safety is our priority. Civitatis works with certified providers for reliable and safe adventures. More information
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations
Ponta Delgada marina
