Whale & Dolphin Search Safari

OVERVIEW

Set sail for an exhilarating journey on the deep blue waters surrounding the Azores, home to a wide array of marine mammals and other mesmerizing denizens of the sea. Enjoy the chance at enticingly intimate encounters with magnificent creatures including the sperm whale, the Azores’ most commonly seen marine species, as scientists believe they live in these waters year-round, feasting on indigenous squid. Train a keen eye on the sparkling seas in hopes you’ll catch sight of frolicking bottlenose dolphins and incredible beaked, pilot and sei whales, the latter of which is the world’s third-largest whale species. In this spectacular habitat, you may be more likely to capture a precious glimpse of such arresting sights than in any other place on earth. Be on the lookout for a plethora of seabirds, such as the petrel and the shearwater, that are rarely found outside of this thriving region. You’ll be captivated by this unforgettable seafaring voyage and the unique opportunity it affords you to feast your eyes on the myriad species of whales, dolphins, seabirds and fish that call the Azores home.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Thrill at the chance for up-close encounters with whales, dolphins and other creatures.
• Anticipate the epic sight of a mammoth sperm whale emerging from the waters’ depths.
• Add to your birdwatching list the names of seabirds rarely seen elsewhere.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.