Snorkelling Trip in São Miguel in the Azores

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2 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 11 years-old and up
From€50

Discover the beauty of the seabed as you swim in the translucent waters of the Azores on this snorkelling trip in São Miguel!

Leave the terrestrial world behind for a few hours and discover the diverse underwater landscapes of the Azores during a snorkelling excursion in São Miguel with a professional guide. Accompanied by your instructor, you can be sure of exploring one of the best snorkelling sites in the Azores in complete safety.

During your 40-minute snorkelling trip in São Miguel, you'll swim either in a natural volcanic pool in the sea or on a volcanic beach, depending on the weather. Underwater, you'll be able to spot local species such as parrot fish, sea bream, grey mullet, white trevally and octopus... As well as observing them, you'll benefit from your guide's knowledge, who will be able to tell you lots of anecdotes about these fish and their volcanic underwater environment.

Accessible from the age of 11, this snorkelling activity in the Azores will delight all ocean lovers wishing to discover the region's volcanic seabed and its rich flora and fauna. Book your guided snorkelling excursion in São Miguel now!

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From€50

Practical information

Discover São Miguel during a 40-minute snorkelling trip in a natural volcanic pool in the sea or on a volcanic beach with your instructor.

Course of events

Please allow around 2 hours in total, including 40 minutes snorkelling.

  • Meeting with your guide at a location chosen according to the weather forecast
  • Boat trip to the snorkelling site
  • Briefing on snorkelling and safety rules
  • Snorkelling with your guide accompanying you in the water
  • Return boat trip
  • De-equipping and debriefing
Activity requirements

You need to be able to swim to take part in this activity.

Special terms

Buoyancy aids can be provided for this activity.

A pick-up service is available from the towns of Ponta delgada, Lagoa and Ribeira grande. Outside these towns, you will have to pay an additional €20.

Pets are allowed to participate in this activity. Please inform your guide and let him know which animal will be accompanying you once your booking has been confirmed.

This activity is not suitable for people with heart or lung disease.

Meeting point:
Transfer from your hotel in Ponta delgada, Lagoa or Ribeira grande
Spoken languages:Portuguese, English, Spanish, Italian
Included
  • Professional guide
  • Snorkelling equipment (fins, mask, snorkel)
  • Pick-up service
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing suited to the weather
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat or cap
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Water bottle
  • Snacks

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