From October to April it’s Dolphin Swimming Season in Azores Islands - a fantastic and unique Wildlife experience in the warm waters of the Atlantic!
Watch Wild Dolphins underwater in the freedom of their natural habitat, one of the best connections to nature in a (limited) responsible alternative to swimming with animals in captivity.
What you can expect:
Meet Us at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo at the specified time for check-in and equipping.
The journey starts with a short briefing introducing local species that can be observed, rules and responsible practice on tour, onboard safety, and equipment use.
Follow your 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 travels, initially at high speed.
While approaching our friends very carefully, your Guide will evaluate if all favorable conditions are met to allow the activity’s proceedings.
Always be ready and prepared to go into the water - 2 swimmers alternate in the water at safe distance during limited periods of time, and you do not want to miss out on each opportunity in which Dolphins can choose to come closer driven by their friendliness and curiosity.
Exclusively between late Autumn and Early Spring with water temperatures averaging between 16ºc and 18ºc, and depending on each specific species’ birthing season and behaviour, it is possible to swim with any of 4 different species of Dolphins - Common Dolphins, Bottlenose Dolphins, Striped Dolphins and Risso’s Dolphins.
On a second part of the tour, the boat will travel to a coastal location for snorkeling, to discover the characteristic marine fauna & flora in the island’s sea bed.
Know before you go:
Eat light and bring a full change of warm clothing, towel and swimsuit, your personal water supply, sunscreen and chap-stick. Light food is permitted onboard, a Camera is essential especially for photography lovers, waterproof is better - please protect any personal equipment.
NOT FOR anyone pregnant, with weak back, in delicate health conditions, or under the age of 4.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND that these are wild animals in the wild, free in their natural habitat - the open clear waters of the North-Atlantic. It is not possible to control wild animal behaviour, and proximity or interaction cannot be guaranteed.
Includes:
Neoprene Wetsuit 3 to 5 mm, Neoprene Hoods, Gloves and Socks Snorkeling Mask and Tube.
Warm Poncho and/or Windguard Knowledgeable Wildlife Guide Experienced Skipper Specialized Zodiac RIB Boat (8 pax) Coastal Snorkeling tour Insurance
Does not include:
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (available separately)
Personal Water supply Personal Swimwear

Key Info

  • alarm Duration: 180
  • person Age: All Ages
  • people Group Size: Min 1 Max 8

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  • Available for all ages
  • Packages start from €89.00pp

Address: 9680-187, São Miguel, Azores Islands

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  • What is the minimum age for Dolphin Swimming at Vila Franca Do Campo?

    The minimum age for Dolphin Swimming at Vila Franca Do Campo is suitable for all ages.

  • How long does an Dolphin Swimming session at Vila Franca Do Campo last?

    The average Dolphin Swimming session at our Vila Franca Do Campo centre is 3 to 4 hour.

  • Is Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo open for bookings during the week?

    Absolutely, however Dolphin Swimming is busiest at the weekend - and our Vila Franca Do Campo centre is no exception. This means you might need a larger group monday through friday.

  • Is Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo open for bookings at weekends?

    Dolphin Swimming at Vila Franca Do Campo is busiest at the weekends so we'd definitely recommend booking in advance! Obviously, we'll always try to accommodate last minute Dolphin Swimming bookings but once the spots are booked up they are booked up!

  • How popular is the Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo center?

    Geronigo® aims for all of our Dolphin Swimming locations to be amongst the the best and most popular, our Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo center is no exception. Book with confidence!

  • Can I buy a gift voucher for Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo?

    Yes you can buy Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo gift vouchers either online or over the phone. Geronigo® gift vouchers are valid for 12 months, can be gift wrapped or for a last minute gift idea can be instant email delivered. Remember that any gift experience voucher from Geronigo® including our Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo vouchers can be used for booking at any of our thousands of Geronigo® adventure locations (for no extra charge!).

  • What is the postcode for Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo?

    The postcode for Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo is 9680-187. Please note that sometimes our Dolphin Swimming centers are difficult to find from a postcode and satnav. We will supply detailed directions to Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo on your booking receipt.

  • Where is Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo?

    The Dolphin Swimming Vila Franca Do Campo center is located at the following address: Marina de Vila Franca do Campo 4, 9680-187, São Miguel, Azores Islands. Please note that sometimes our Dolphin Swimming centers are difficult to find, please follow the directions on your booking receipt!

  • How much is Dolphin Swimming at Vila Franca Do Campo?

    The average package price of Dolphin Swimming at Vila Franca Do Campo 89.00. The lowest price is 89.00 with the most expensive option being 89.00.

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