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Visitors observing marine life through a glass bottom boat in São Miguel.
Glass bottom boat on São Miguel's blue waters near rocky coastline.
Aerial view of Ilhéu de Vila Franca islet near São Miguel, ideal for glass bottom boat tours.
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  • Experience an educational journey through the Azores Sea as you start a two-hour Glass Bottom Boat Tour. From 250m above Ponta Delgada's waters, guided experts speaking English or Portuguese will enhance your experience.
  • Set sail from Vila Franca do Campo Marina with insights into marine life and local history provided by a biologist’s briefing before beginning this adventure.
  • Spot seabirds, crustaceans, colorful fish, starfish, and even observe underwater volcanic activity in their natural habitat along the islet landscape of this protected area during your tour.
  • Witness one of the few underwater volcanic activities in the world from the glass-bottom boat. The tour includes visible hot springs and geysers.

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Visitors observing marine life through a glass bottom boat in São Miguel.
Glass bottom boat on São Miguel's blue waters near rocky coastline.
São Miguel coastline with islet view, ideal for glass bottom boat tours.

Your Experience

The adventure begins at Vila Franca do Campo Marina with the Guided Glass Bottom Boat Tour. An expert biologist will guide you through the itinerary while providing insights into both marine life and historical elements of this region. As volcanic activity's impact on the Azores' underwater world is explored, anticipate an engaging experience.

Explore Marine Life

This tour offers more than a visual spectacle; it explores you in the diverse species that call the Azores Sea home. Understanding their ecosystem and its importance highlights why conservation efforts are vital here. Additionally, opportunities for swimming or snorkeling allow up-close encounters with these fascinating creatures.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Admission for a two-hour Guided Glass Bottom Boat Tour at Azores Sea, São Miguel.
  • Access to guides who speak both English and Portuguese during the tour.
  • Entry includes snorkeling gear to enhance your underwater exploration experience.
  • Ticket comes with insurance coverage provided as part of this package.
  • Personal Expenses
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These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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The tour lasts for 2 hours.

Your adventure begins at Vila Franca do Campo Marina, where a biologist provides insights into marine life, nature, and historical curiosities of the area.

You will witness sea life such as seabirds and crustaceans filling the islet landscape, observe colorful fish to starfish, and see underwater volcanic activity from the glass-bottom boat.

Yes, you can take a refreshing swim or snorkel in the sea to get up close with the wildlife you’ve been spotting.

The Azores Sea is one of the few places where underwater volcanic activity, including hot springs and geysers, can be observed from a glass-bottom boat.

English and Portuguese-speaking guides lead the tour.

Snorkeling equipment is included in your package.

Personal expenses and travel insurance are not covered by the tour.

The package includes insurance for your protection during the tour.

We start from Vila Franca do Campo Marina and explore areas such as islets near São Miguel Island.

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