São Miguel: Swim with Dolphins Tour
Duration
Guided tour
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Small group sizes create more opportunities to enter the water when conditions allow, while biologists explain dolphin behavior throughout.
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Neoprene gear, Zodiac transport, onboard guidance, and wildlife interpretation are included, so no specialist equipment is needed.
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After locating dolphins with help from land-based spotters, swimmers enter the water in pairs while guides supervise interactions.
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A second stop explores São Miguel's marine environment through snorkeling above coastal habitats near Vila Franca do Campo.
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Comfort in open water is recommended, and all wildlife encounters follow strict conservation rules designed to minimize disturbance.
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Wild dolphin swimming and snorkeling tour
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Biologist or naturalist guide
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Professional skipper
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Neoprene gear
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Poncho and windguard
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Specialized Zodiac RIB boat
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Insurance
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
What to bring
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Swimwear and clothes: Bring swimwear, a change of clothes, and a towel for after your dolphin swim.
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Sun protection: Use biodegradable sunscreen to protect your skin and the marine environment.
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Hydration: Carry your own water to keep yourself hydrated during the tour.
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Camera: Bring a camera if you want to capture the scenic São Miguel coastline.
Restrictions
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Age requirement: Children under 4 years cannot participate.
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Health restrictions: Not suitable for pregnant travelers or guests with back problems.
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Accessibility: Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or wheelchair users.
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Swimming ability: Non-swimmers may join onboard but should advise the operator during booking.
What's not allowed
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Wildlife interaction: Do not touch, feed, chase, or deliberately approach dolphins.
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Behavior near animals: Avoid loud noises, abrupt movements, or swimming rapidly toward wildlife.
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Equipment restrictions: Fins are not permitted during dolphin interactions.
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Unaccompanied minors: Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
How the day runs
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The experience begins with a wildlife and safety briefing before boarding the Zodiac.
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Land-based lookouts help locate dolphins and direct the boat to suitable observation areas.
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Swimmers enter the water in rotating pairs when conditions and dolphin behavior allow.
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The tour concludes with a snorkeling stop at a coastal marine site before returning to the marina.
Additional information
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Languages: English is the primary tour language, though multilingual staff may assist when possible.
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Wildlife sightings: Dolphin proximity and interaction can never be guaranteed.
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Weather policy: Tours may be modified, postponed, or canceled due to weather or sea conditions.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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