Wildlife Encounters in Europe: Whale & Dolphin Watching In Azores

Essential Information

Trip Profile

Eight days staying in comfortable hotels with en suite rooms, two internal flights and three boat excursions. All breakfasts are included on this leisurely trip on land and sea.

Accommodation

Private tourist-class pension with en-suite facilities.

Food

All breakfasts and 5 lunches included.

Reality Check

This tour is graded 'Leisurely' and includes two whale and dolphin watching tours, an excursion through the wilderness of Faial Island and visits to Sao Miguel Island's famous Sete Cidades and Fire Lake by 4WD.

We visit three islands of the Azores archipelago, with the option to spend more time on Pico on the free day. With the Azores' extinct volcano craters, wild landscapes covered in blue hydrangeas and stunning coastal cliffs, plenty of stops will be included so there is enough time to take the best photographs or simply admire the views.

There will be some walking which is not technically difficult and should not present difficulties for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. The whale and dolphin watching excursions are not recommended for pregnant ladies or those with heart or back problems. As they depend completely on sea condition, the excursions can therefore never be guaranteed yet alternative activities will be offered.

We will amend the itinerary over the week in order to provide the best chances to see whales and dolphins and if sea conditions remain the same for the duration of the week, we will instead offer a tour of Pico Island. The area is also subject to rain at any time so it is best to be prepared for this before you travel.

On departures in May and October, it is best to bring warm clothes in case of colder weather.

Normal group size and age

Normally min. 2, max. 15, plus leader, driver and resident staff. Minimum age 16.

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Designed for people who are in good health, enjoy the outdoors and want a relaxing trip packed with interest.

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