Our whale and dolphin watching holiday on Sao Miguel is based in Ponta Delgada. The emphasis of the trips is not only to view these magnificent mammals in their natural habitat but also on teaching and conservation.

Whale and Dolphin watching holiday itinerary:

Day One:

Arrive at Ponta Delgada airport. Transfer to the Hotel Sao Miguel Park.

Days Two & Three:

Depart for a 3 hour whale and dolphin watching excursion.

Day Four:

Free day. Opportunity to explore the cobbled streets of Ponta Delgada, join an island tour, participate in a swimming with dolphins excursion (pre-bookable through Sunvil Discovery or through our local agent), or just relax.

Days Five & Six:

Depart for a 3 hour whale and dolphin watching excursion

Day Seven:

Free day. Opportunity to explore some of the island’s most attractive sights, indulge in some last minute shopping, or simply relax. The choice is yours.

Day Eight:

Transfer to Ponta Delgada airport for return flight home.

Price includes:
■ Scheduled flights with SATA International from London Gatwick or Manchester to Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel (every Saturday between 01 Nov 08-
31 Oct 09, and every Tuesday between 07 Apr-20 Oct – London Gatwick departures only).
■ 7-nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis as detailed.
■ Transfers to/from Ponta Delgada airport. Note: Transfers to/from the marina are not included.
■ Four 3-hour whale and dolphin watching excursions.
■ It is possible to change one or more whale and dolphin watching excursions for a swimming with dolphins trip. A supplement of £17 per trip applies for Nov-May and Oct and £12 per trip between Jun-Sep.

View our Whale and dolphin holiday prices here >

Notes:
■ The boats used for these excursions are Zodiacs (small, 6 metre long, rigid hull inflatables) carrying 7-12 people. The Zodiacs have been carefully chosen to allow safe and fast access to the whales and dolphins and do not disturb the mammals.
■ We can not guarantee that you will see a cetacean but it is unlikely that you should be so unlucky.
■ Alternative accommodation in Ponta Delgada can be booked at a supplement. View Sao Miguel accommodation here >
■ Whale watching excursions can depart in the morning (c.08h30) or afternoon (c.13h30) – schedules to be advised locally depending on weather conditions.

Important: Children aged 4yrs or under, pregnant woman or any person suffering from severe back problems are not allowed on the Zodiac whale watching boats.

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