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    Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL

    1,053 reviews
    #2 of 19 things to do in Vila Franca do Campo
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    About Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL
    Whale Watching and Swimming with Dolphins tours in Azores Islands - near Ponta Delgada, in São Miguel! The best Whales, 2 - 5 hours away from EU, CAN, and the US! 4 resident species, 24 sighted yearlong with 98% success rate and average 3 species per Tour in the top green adventure holidays destination!
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    Azores Whale Watching Expedition Tour
    94 reviews
    With sightings possible all year round, the Azores Islands are one of the best places for whale watching in the Atlantic. Set sail around the Princess Ring Islet of Vila Franca do Campo on a 3-hour cruise, accompanied by a marine biologist guide, and look out for sperm and pilot whales, bottlenose and Risso’s dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life.
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    $63.06 per adult
    Full-Day Whales & The Princess Ring Islet
    7 reviews
    Set out on a full-day whale watching tour from the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo. Learn about the behavior of dolphins and whales during the boat journey and then relax over lunch in a seafront restaurant. Return to the marina for a ride on a traditional fishing boat to see the Princess Ring Islet. Enjoy free time for swimming and snorkeling.
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    $100.89 per adult
    Azores Swim with Dolphins Tour
    22 reviews
    Join a fantastic and unique Wildlife Experience! Swim with wild Dolphins in the open ocean, and snorkel the atlantic underwater scenario of the Azores Islands!
    The best connection to Nature in a glimpse to the season’s coastal marine fauna and flora in the heart of the Atlantic.
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    $112.36 per adult
    Private Marine Wildlife Boat Tour
    You and your private group of up to 12 people will enjoy personalized attention on this private wildlife-watching tour in the Azores. An experienced skipper knows the best places to spot the whales and dolphins, and a wildlife expert guide will fill you in on their biology and behavior.
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    $687.89 per adult
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    Great trip

    We booked the daytrip, very nice trip with an excellent guide and a good schipper. Nice to see some wildlife. The restaurant was okay, not good but doable. Overall great experience

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Tomv3388
    Reviewed yesterday
    We saw 4 whales!

    We had a wonderful time—the staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. And we saw four whales and so many dolphins!

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank brandynyc2019
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Amazing whale watching tour
    Review of: Azores Whale Watching Expedition Tour

    An exciting tour! We saw two kinds of dolphins, sperm whales and a sea turtle. Before the trip we had a brief introduction about sea wildlife, the enterprise philosophy and the safety rules. We had very knowledgeable explanations by the guide Jessie and the skipper...More

    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Hugo P
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    So fantastic we went twice!

    Small operation but very professional and knowledgeable. All but guaranteed to see dolphins, and we saw sperm whales as well on both trips, as well as logger head turtles and Portuguese Man O’War. They genuinely seem to care about the oceans ans stop to remove...More

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank 42elsbels
    Filipe S, Public Relations Manager at Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL, responded to this reviewResponded yesterday

    Dear Friend, Thank you for your visit and for your kind words. We hope to have you back for another good time! :)

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Very professional team and nice experience

    We were welcomed by a very friendly staff. We got explanations on the different species we could possibly see and saw a small video explaining how important the sea is. They have a big board on which they write which species they saw on which...More

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank victoriabaert
    Filipe S, Public Relations Manager at Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL, responded to this reviewResponded 2 days ago

    Dear Friend, Thank you for your visit and for your kind words. We hope to have you back for another good time! :)

    Reviewed 4 days ago
    Nice experience

    We didn't see whales, but a huge group of dolphins! It was a nice experience and the people are very friendly and explain a lot about the dolphins.More

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    Date of experience: June 2019
    Thank martinastruebler
    Filipe S, Public Relations Manager at Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL, responded to this reviewResponded 2 days ago

    Dear Friend, Thank you for your visit and for your kind words. Can you please let us know what you found that was not up to your best expectations, and stopped you from giving the highest star rating to our service quality? We are always...More

    Reviewed 4 days ago
    Viewed 12 sperm whales

    First calm begin, seen some dolphins, then high speed boat trip to the other side of the island. Spotted a group of 12 sperm whales. We were able to observe them for at least 30 minutes. Fabulous!

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Markallart
    Filipe S, Public Relations Manager at Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL, responded to this reviewResponded 2 days ago

    Dear Friend, Thank you for your visit and for your kind words. We hope to have you back for another good time! :)

    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Top-notch excursion!

    Marine biologists share their passion, with fascinating information, their commitment to sustainability and the environment, and doing so with a sense of humor, too! I loved every minute!

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    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank dedicated_5
    Filipe S, Public Relations Manager at Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL, responded to this reviewResponded 2 days ago

    Dear Friend, Thank you for your visit and for your kind words. We hope to have you back for another good time! :)

    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Amazing afternoon out....

    A last minute booking via the website (easy to use), turned out to be a great decision... It was a brilliant few hours, we where lucky enough to see 3 types of dolphin and 5 Sperm whales. The staff were all friendly and knowledgeable. Amazing...More

    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank P5059ZQandreww
    Filipe S, Public Relations Manager at Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL, responded to this reviewResponded 2 days ago

    Dear Friend, Thank you for your visit and for your kind words. We hope to have you back for another good time! :)

    Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile
    Whale watching
    Review of: Azores Whale Watching Expedition Tour

    Very friendly rereception confortable boat.. good value ... saw ddolfins and whales so very happy...

    Date of experience: July 2019
    Thank Marc K
    Filipe S, Public Relations Manager at Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL, responded to this reviewResponded 2 days ago

    Dear Marc, Thank you for your visit and for your kind words. We hope to have you back for another good time! :)

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    Gazzdw19
    February 9, 2019|
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    Response from TERRAAZULTEAM | Property representative |
    Hello Gaz, We do have a pick up service that has an extra cost depending on your location. For more information please contact us by email. Thank you!
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    Ulaks
    September 16, 2018|
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    Response from Filipe S | Property representative |
    Hi Ulaks, Yes, it is possible to see Sperm Whales in October. It is one of the 4 different species of cetaceans that are resident yearlong. Check the company website for more info on Whales & Seasons in the Azores... More
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    February 24, 2018|
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    Response from TERRAAZULTEAM | Property representative |
    Hello Katie, Thank you for your inquiry. We have 2 boats. One for 28 people and another for 12people. Depending on the number of people booked we useon boat or the other. Private Tours are available on request. For... More
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