Whale Watching

Pico Island: Whale Watching Boat Tour

Name: Pico Island: Whale Watching Boat Tour
Start: 2026-08-03T09:00:00
End: 2026-08-03T11:30:00
Location: Avenida Marginal - Núcleo Náutico, 9930-121 Lajes do Pico

Set out from Lajes do Pico on a Zodiac boat built for open-water wildlife watching, led by marine biologist guides and skippers.

Marine biologists explain whale and dolphin behavior while land-based lookouts help direct the boat toward active wildlife areas.

Look for more than 25 cetacean species found around the Azores, with chances to spot whales, dolphins, birds, and turtles.

Pico’s shoreline stays in view as you move between wildlife areas, adding coastal scenery to the marine observation experience.

If no cetaceans are spotted on your tour, a 100% money-back guarantee as per the sighting policy.

3-hour whale watching boat tour from Lajes do Pico

Zodiac boat tour (as per option selected)

Marine biologist guide

Experienced skipper

Land-based lookout network (vigias) (as per option selected)

Raincoat and pants (if necessary) (as per option selected)

Life jacket

Insurance

Food or drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERCatamaran
Timeline
Map
Start point
Aqua Açores, Lda
Get direction
1. Lajes Do Pico
10 min
Safety briefing
Learn cetacean behavior, Zodiac safety, and responsible wildlife viewing before departure.
2. Pico Island Coastline
2 hr 30 min
Whale watching
End point
Aqua Açores, Lda
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Voucher format: Bring your voucher in digital or printed form for check-in.

Clothing: Wear weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and a windbreaker for time at sea.

Sun protection: Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, and sunscreen.

Dry storage: Carry a waterproof bag to protect your phone, camera, or valuables.

Motion sickness: Take seasickness medication 30 minutes before departure if you are prone to motion sickness.

What’s not allowed

Footwear: High-heeled shoes are not permitted on board.

Pets: Pets are not allowed on this experience.

Smoking: Smoking is not permitted during the tour.

Children: Unaccompanied minors are not allowed.

Alcohol: Alcoholic drinks are not permitted on the vehicle.

Accessibility

Age restriction: This experience is not suitable for children under 2 years.

Health restrictions: This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests or people with back or heart problems.

Medical restrictions: This tour is not suitable for guests who have had recent surgeries.

Additional information

Languages: The live guide speaks Portuguese and English.

Food policy: Light food is permitted on board.

Weather policy: The tour may be canceled or rescheduled if sea or weather conditions are unsuitable.

Sighting policy: A 100% money-back guarantee applies if no cetaceans are spotted.