Coastal Snorkelling

The Azores are undoubtedly one of the best diving and snorkelling destinations in the Atlantic. Our diving-snorkelling season runs from April to October. Our sites are very diverse and can cater for all preferences and levels of experience, with more than 20 sites between the islands of Faial and Pico.

The most common dive-snorkellink sites are in the “Monte da Guia” marine reserve on the island of Faial. To get to the site we always use a semi-rigid boat, as it’s approximately 5 minutes from our base. The temperature of our waters varies between 20-24ºC in the summer months, so a 5mm or 7mm wetsuit is usually enough.

The marine life on the islands of Faial and Pico is fantastic! You’ll have the chance to spot curious hogfish (Balistes carolinensis), groupers (Epinephelus marginatus), seals (Sparisoma cretense), octopuses and moray eels among the rocks, as well as small species such as colourful nudibranchs, among others.