Sao Miguel

15 Best Azores Whale Watching

I would put Azorean whale watching up against anywhere in the Atlantic, and these are the Sao Miguel boats I trust. Sperm whales live off the island all year, and blue whales pass through each spring, roughly March to May. Spotters on clifftop lookouts still guide the boats, a working habit from the whaling days.

1.From Ponta Delgada: Whale and Dolphin Watching Trip

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Ponta Delgada! Witness majestic whales and playful dolphins up close on our thrilling whale and dolphin watching trip.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“For the time of year we went whale watching it wasn’t guaranteed for us to see any whales. The crew were incredible, patiently and persistently watching out for sperm whales. We were lucky enough to see a big family of bottle nose dolphins and 3…”

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2.Azores: Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour w/ Marine Biologist

Discover the Azores' marine wonders on a 3-hour whale watching tour with marine biologists, guaranteed sightings, and stunning island views.

★ 4.7

“The guide Claudia was stunning with joy of life and explained everything in the best way possible. It was important to her that we had fun and that we all saw everything. In general, the entire team was super professional and kind. They also took…”

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5.São Miguel Azores: Half-Day Whale Watching Trip

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in São Miguel Azores! Join us for a thrilling half-day whale watching trip and witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

★ 4.5

“Friendly staff, good briefing. Seen many dolphins and a sea turtle. Did not see any whales. Going on a zodiac speedboat was a joyride. Good skipper that know how to take the waves.”

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6.Pico Island: Azores Whale & Dolphin Watching on Zodiac Boat

Discover the mesmerizing world of whales and dolphins off Pico Island. Join us on a thrilling Zodiac boat adventure in the Azores. Unforgettable encounters await!

★ 4.8

“The guides were all fabulous - we were lucky & saw numerous whales & dolphins - we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend🤩”

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7.São Miguel: Swim with Wild Dolphins in the Open Ocean

Experience swimming with wild dolphins off São Miguel's coast. Discover stunning scenery, expert guides, and a chance to see these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.

★ 4.8

“Ines and Veri were amazing hosts to this incredible experience. Our guides knew exactly where to take us to swim in very close proximity to bottle nose dolphins - 3 separate times we entered the water - always in pairs to minimise stress to these…”

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8.Terceira: Whale and Dolphin Watching in a Zodiac Boat

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with us in Terceira! Witness majestic whales and playful dolphins up close in a thrilling Zodiac boat experience. Book your spot now!

★ 4.8

“super fun! we were lucky to have good weather and our guides made stops in multiple areas to search for wildlife. they have raincoats you can borrow if you don’t bring one, and someone lost a hat and they even circled back and fished it…”

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9.São Miguel: Wild Swimming With Dolphins

Discover the ultimate adventure in São Miguel: Wild swimming with dolphins. Immerse yourself in nature and experience the thrill of swimming alongside these magnificent creatures.

★ 4.7

“AMAZING!!!!! This is the one you want to do!!!!! Joanna and Natalie are so skilled and professional while being fun, happy, energetic and above all so experienced I had no concern about my safety. There instructions were clear, easy to understand and each step was…”

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13.Azores: Swim With Dolphins Atlantic Experience

Immerse yourself in the incredible Azores: Swim with Dolphins Atlantic Experience. Discover the magic of swimming alongside these majestic creatures and create memories that will last a lifetime.

★ 4.4

“Superbe activité, nous avons pu plonger à plusieurs reprises dans l’océan avec les dauphins. Guide très gentil et écoute de la personne ++. Activité accessible à tous niveaux de plongée.”

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14.Terceira: Boat Tour and Swimming with Dolphins

Experience a 1.5-hour boat tour in Terceira with swimming alongside dolphins, guided by marine biologists, offering unforgettable marine encounters and stunning views.

★ 4.9

“A great experience! Turned up 30 mins early which was a good idea as a bit tricky getting into the provided wetsuit but once ready, went on on the fast boat and very quickly found a pod of common dolphins. We had several opportunities to…”

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15.São Miguel: Whale Watching & Wild Dolphins Swimming Full-day

Experience whale watching and swimming with dolphins in the Azores on a full-day guided tour, blending wildlife encounters with stunning coastal scenery.

★ 4.9

“We hebben een geweldige dag gehad. In de ochtend hebben we de whale watching gedaan. We hebben de Sei whale en twee verschillende spermwhales gezien in het gezelschap van een groep spoted dolphins welke met ons mee zwommen en speelde in de golven van de…”

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