São Miguel: Whale Watching Boat Tour
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Guided tour
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High-speed Zodiac RIBs carry 12 to 28 guests, with a marine biologist guiding each encounter so you get front-row insight into Azorean wildlife.
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A marine biologist or wildlife guide accompanies you offshore, with Zodiac RIB ride, waterproof suit, life vest, all fees, and insurance.
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Out on the Atlantic, crew and land lookouts help locate pods, with up to 28 whale and dolphin species recorded by this operator across the seasons.
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On-water team follows Azores whale watching guidelines, limiting approach distances and viewing time so cetaceans are observed without disturbance.
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Half-day whale watching cruise
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Zodiac RIB boat (12 to 28-person capacity)
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Marine biologist or wildlife guide
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Professional skipper and crew
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Impermeable full suit and life vest
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All admissions, fees, and insurance
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Food
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Hotel transfers
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You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
What to bring
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Voucher: Bring your voucher in digital or printed form to present at check-in.
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Warm clothing: Bring warm clothing, since it can feel cooler and windier on the open Zodiac boat.
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Sun protection: Bring sunscreen and chapstick, as you will be exposed to sun and salt air during the cruise.
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Water: Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the half-day tour.
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Snacks: Bring light food if you wish to eat on board, since full meals are not included.
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Camera: Bring a camera and protect your equipment from water, especially if you love photography.
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Seasickness medication: Consider bringing motion sickness medication if you are prone to seasickness.
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Footwear: Wear non-slip, closed-toe shoes suitable for boarding and moving around the boat.
What’s not allowed
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Wildlife interaction: Do not attempt to touch or feed any wildlife at any time during the tour.
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Restricted participants: Pregnant women and people with weak backs or delicate health conditions are not allowed on this tour.
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Young children: Children below 4 years old are not allowed to join this experience.
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Unaccompanied minors: Minors must be accompanied by an adult and cannot join the tour alone.
Additional information
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Tour conditions: The tour is subject to weather and safety conditions and may be modified or canceled without prior notice.
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Minimum participants: Departures require a minimum number of participants and may be rescheduled if this is not met.
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Language: English is the official guiding language, but the multinational crew will try to assist in other languages when possible.
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Vessel type: The experience uses a Zodiac RIB boat that accommodates between 12 and 28 guests.
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Sighting guarantee: Sightings of whales or dolphins are not guaranteed, as wildlife encounters depend on natural conditions.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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