Whale and Dolphin Watching in Pico Island 3 Hour Small Group Tour

Name: Whale and Dolphin Watching in Pico Island 3 Hour Small Group Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 74.41 USD
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Rating: 4.8 (8 reviews)

4.8(8)3 hoursGerman, Portuguese, English, FrenchBook 1 day aheadPico, Portugal

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Since 1989, Espaço Talassa has been the first whale watching company in the Azores - founded by a French sailor and a former Azorean whaling family, rooted in the very history of these waters. We locate cetaceans using the same traditional vigia lookout towers that once guided the whale hunters of Lajes do Pico, combined with onboard hydrophones. Your marine biologists share genuine knowledge of the species, their behavior, and the ocean they inhabit. Small groups, unhurried time at sea, and a deep respect for the animals and the place. This is not a show - it is an encounter. Nature-first, always.

Included

Complimentary drink on return
Liability insurance
Traditional vigia: Vigia da Queimada (land-based lookout)
Environment tax and cetacean observation permit
Free access to Espaço Talassa library
Experienced skipper
Waterproof jacket and life vest

Not included

Gratuities
Warm/waterproof pants

What you'll do

You'll start with a briefing on the cetacean species we may encounter and current sea conditions
On board, your marine biologist will guide you through what you observe — species identification, behaviour, and the history of these waters — while our vigia monitors the horizon from the traditional lookout tower ashore, the same towers once used by Azorean whalers. On return, enjoy a complimentary drink and a debrief with the crew. Your visit also includes free access to the Espaço Talassa library.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Meet us at Espaço Talassa, Rua dos Baleeiros, Lajes do Pico. We are located by the harbour, next to the marina. Please arrive 30 minutes before your departure time. Look for our blue and white signage at the waterfront.