Snorkeling Excursion around Vila Franca do Campo Islet in São Miguel, Azores

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3 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
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What better place to enjoy a snorkeling trip in the clear waters of one of the most interesting sites worldwide for this activity: Vila Franca do Campo Islet!

This snorkeling excursion in the Azores Islands intends to show the amazing beauty of the Ocean of the region and the species that live in it. The Vila Franca do Campo is one of São Miguel’s main tourist attractions and with good reason. The natural environment that has formed there results from the crater of an ancient submerged volcano. It is a nature reserve, which means that the visitors per day are limited, and you'll have the water virtually to yourself (and your snorkeling companions)!

With crystal-clear waters and several different species of fish, the Azores are a privileged destination for snorkelers. During the entire activity, you’ll be guided by a professional certified instructor who will ensure that your experience is as safe and unforgettable as possible.

In this three-hour excursion around the natural lake of the Vila Franca do Campo Islet, you will have the chance to explore the environment in a different way than what you are used to. The underwater visibility will be astonishing, allowing you to completely immerse yourself in your surroundings and get the most out of your snorkeling trip!

Book your snorkeling trip around Vila Franca do Campo Islet and enjoy a couple of hours of clear blue Ocean, free -but guided- water exploration, and an incredible experience, getting to know this wonder of the Azores Islands.

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Practical information

Explore the Vila Franca do Campo Islet with this wonderful snorkeling excursion where you'll be guided around this wonderful place and enjoy its crystal-clear waters as you get to know its underwater ecosystem.

Course of events

- Arrival at meeting point and introduction to your guide

- Your guide will give you an explanation of the basic concepts of apnea, the equipment you will be using, and the swimming techniques that will prove necessary during your excursion

- Theoretical and practival session for explaining safety procedures in the sea

- Spend around 1 hour in the water, diving from a boat

- Return to meeting point

- Return of equipment and end of activity

Activity requirements

All participants must be able to swim.
Minors must have authorization from their parents.

Special terms

This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.

Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

Meeting point:
Dive Center Azores Sub: Marina da Vila, 9680-187 Vila Franca Do Campo, Portugal
Spoken languages:Portuguese, Spanish, English
Included
  • Wetsuit
  • Fins
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Expert guide
  • Theoretical and practical safety session
Excluded
  • Transportation to the meeting point
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes

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Sadie A., United States — 26/06/2024
5/5
This was very fun, the water was very choppy but the crew found an area that was more calm for us to have our snorkel experience. There were tons of fish and other aquatic life that the guides made sure to point out and inform us of. The wet suits fit perfectly and kept us warm while snorkeling.
Kathrine K., United Kingdom — 24/07/2022
5/5
We wanted to go snorkelling in the Azores, and we struggled to find a spot that seemed good, but booking a snorkelling excursion in the Azores through Manawa was an excellent choice! All the people at the Azores Sub Dive centre were incredibly kind and accommodating. During the excursion, the guide was informative, attentive and very cautious towards our safety. We saw a lot of wonderful fish and had a great time!
Jeremy H., United Kingdom — 17/10/2024
5/5
Great fun, our first time snorkelling
Giulia M., Italy — 03/09/2022
5/5
Snorkeling at ihleu de vila franca do campo
Hilde V., Belgium — 30/10/2024
5/5
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