Full-day São Jorge Island Trip
Attention
Due to the special nature of our activities, each customer declares to be over five years old, not pregnant, and in perfect physical and mental health. Espaço Talassa reserves the right to refuse boarding to any client who does not meet these conditions. Clients will not receive any refund or compensation if these requirements are not met.
General Information
- A full-day trip (approximately 9 hours), departing at 9am from Lajes do Pico.
- Small groups for a more personal experience.
- Lunch included on São Jorge Island.
- From 23rd March to 1st November.
- Departures normally scheduled on Fridays.
What’s the plan?
- Briefing presenting an overview of the Azorean biodiversity: whales, dolphins, birds, turtles, jellyfish, and more.
- Bird watching in the Lajes do Pico lagoon and at “Castelete”, from shore and sea.
- Searching for whales and dolphins along the south coast of Pico.
- Crossing to São Jorge Island and stop in the village of Calheta for lunch, a short walk, and swimming/snorkelling.
- Land observation along the south coast of São Jorge to Ilhéu do Topo, a special area for turtles and sometimes sharks.
- Bird watching at Ponta da Ilha, Manhenha cliff, and “Rocha Vermelha”.
- Return to Lajes do Pico around 6pm for a drink and debriefing with your crew.
What else?
- Free access to Espaço Talassa library and entrance to the Whaler’s museum. (ask us how!)
- Minimum of 10 participants required. If fewer, the minimum charge remains equivalent to 10 participants.
- The itinerary may change depending on weather, sea conditions, animal presence, or the number and physical condition of participants.
- Insurance (general assistance, illness, accident, cost of rescue operations).
- Environment taxes and observation permits included.
- Don’t forget your binoculars!
If a day appears unavailable, please contact the company to check for additional spots.