Escape to mid-Atlantic - Whales and Wildlife in Azores Islands
Portugal.
3 days.
€300.00
Customizable
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Terra Azul
A full 3 days Adventure in the remote (and beautiful) Azores Islands, just a two to four hours flight a very special place to see Wildlife amongst Atlantic Volcanoes, especially in Spring and Autumn. Join marine eco-expeditions with biologists and naturalists collecting field data and media for local scientific research, looking to find up to 24 - a third of all known species of Whales and Dolphins, many Sea Birds, rare Turtles, and other surprises of Nature that can be found throughout the year! Learn more about Whales and Dolphins, Turtles, Fish, Birds, Plants, and Volcanoes, and visit the season’s main natural attractions in the company of knowledgeable Wildlife Guides.
There are 3 resident species of Whales and Dolphins (including Sperm Whales), and the privileged geographical position intercepts migration routes, allowing to observe throughout the year up to 24 - a third of all known species of Whales and Dolphins, including the migratory giant's Fin Whales, Sei Whales, Humpback Whales, the largest living animals the Blue Whales, and also Beaked Whales, Orcas, 5 different species of Dolphins, many species of exotic birds, and even Turtles, amongst other regular surprises.
This package includes morning marine tours to observe wildlife, local lunch, and biologist or naturalist-guided tours to the Volcanoes of Sete Cidades of the famous Green and Blue lagoon, to Volcano of Lagoa do Fogo, and the Volcano of Furnas with exotic botanic gardens, relaxing thermal bathing, local lunch, airport transfer, and hotel pickup.
Day 0 - Arrival with Pickup in Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL) and van tour passing by the city’s historical center towards your accommodation. Take the day to know the surroundings, and for a stroll along the coast. There are always pleasant seaside places open to eat, hydrate and relax in sunny weather.
Price includes:
● Airport Transfer
● Daily morning Marine Wildlife tours
● Daily lunch with local food, inclusive of entree, main, complimentary drinks and dessert - on tour days
● Daily afternoon Island Adventure tours
● Hotel Pickup and Drop-off on tour days
● Insurance
● Educational Booklet “Azores Islands Marine Wildlife Mini Guide”
● Azores Whale Watching Souvenir
Not included:
● Personal Water supply
● Personal Swimwear and Towel
● Flights
● Accommodation
● Auto Rental
This trip is completely customizable. Use it as your starting point to craft your perfect voyage before you book it.
Suggested Itinerary
Whales & Sete Cidades Volcano - Sightseeing and Nature Activities
08:30 Whale Watching boat tour
11:30 Lunch local food at a seafront restaurant
13:00 Van tour to Sete Cidades Volcano stopping for sightseeing and photos 14:00 Contemplate the amazing iconic view from Vista do Rei and see the Village
16:00 Enjoy the beautiful untouched nature with a hike along the blue and green lake, or opt for one of the local activity providers for kayaking, biking, paddling, .., for your better take inside the majestic green scenery of the volcano crater.