Mount Pico Day Climb
Enjoy the most beautiful moments at the highest point in Portugal. The ascent begins with the first rays of the sun, making the most of every step of this challenging activity
Interesting information is shared about the genesis of the islands and the volcano's biodiversity.
Safety and experience on Pico Mountain are our priority
Full-Day 4×4 Safari: Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo
Whale and Dolphins Watching
Azores stands out as one of the prime destinations for Whale Watching globally. With a recorded presence of 28 whale and dolphin species, comprising approximately 33% of the recognized cetacean species worldwide.
Meeting Point: Marina de Angra, OceanEmotion office
Meeting time: From June to September: 8.15 AM - From October to May 8.30 AM
Duration ca. 3-3.30h
* The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 1 persons to a maximum of 10
Goat Islets
Princess Alice Bank (Diving with Mantas)
Diving with Mantas (Mobula tarapacana) is classed as one of the best dives in the Azores. It is located on an underwater bank called "Princesa Alice", about 45 nautical miles south of Faial Island, at a depth of 35 metres. In this experience, you'll have the chance to dive into the heart of the ocean with these majestic animals. Occasionally, you'll also have the chance to see Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), Barracudas (Sphyraena viridensis) and Lilies (Seriola rivoliana).
* The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 6 persons
Sun House – Flores
The "Casa do Sol" is a large stone house with direct access to the sea. It has a beautiful view of the sea, the sunset and the south side, the mountains and the ocean.
Comfortable and very spacious, ideal for 4 people, it has 80m2 with 2 bedrooms on the ground floor with sea views, a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a living room with sofa (can be used as an extra bed), TV and stereo.
Full Day: Mistérios Negros & Mistério Novo Hiking Trail + picnic
Caving Half Day Tour
Immerse yourself in a mysterious and surprising underground world. Explore some of the hundreds of volcanic cavities hidden beneath Pico Island. On a truly exceptional adventure, be dazzled by the geological wonders of extraordinary lava formations and microorganisms that develop deep within the earth and in the heart of nature
Diving with sharks
Join us on this most exciting excursion! These trips take place from July to September, and we go to the dive site in semi-rigid boats, so it's a half-day trip. On this trip, you'll have the opportunity to see one of the fastest fish in the ocean, the blue shark (Prionace glauca). It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience, where you have the chance to be in the world of this incredible predator.
* The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 4 persons
Whale Watching & Islet Boat Tour
Meet us at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo for check-in at the specified time
The journey starts with a short briefing introducing Cetacean (Whales and Dolphins) local species, their migration and behavioural patterns, and onboard safety
Follow the Guide and Skipper to your designated boat, and go out to sea. Lookouts high inland help locate our friends, and provide directions via VHF Radio to where the boat will travel, initially at high speed. Carefully approaching our friends, your Guide will keep you informed, collect field imagery and data for local research, and is always available throughout to provide answers to any specific questions – feel free to ask
Marine Wildlife can be observed yearlong. More than 25 cetacean species are possible to observe, Sperm Whales are resident alongside 3 dolphin species, and abundant marine biodiversity.
