Activity in Vila Franca do Campo
Terra Azul whale watching (Vila Franca do Campo)
Zodiac whale trips from Vila Franca marina, about 3 hours: €65 adult, €45 child Oct–Mar; €78/€54 Apr–Sep. No children under 4; five Terra Azul boats received Blue Flag recognition in 2026.
- Address
- Marina de Vila Franca do Campo, 9680-187 Vila Franca do Campo
- Price level
- €€€
OK with kids
From age 4 per the operator; a Zodiac is a bumpy ride for small children.
The notes
What the sources say (research)
- About 3 hours by Zodiac; lookouts on land guide the boat by radio; a 15-minute loop round the islet on the way back. [Terra Azul, checked 14 Oct 2026]
- Prices: €65 adult / €45 child 1 Oct–31 Mar; €78 / €54 1 Apr–30 Sep; ‘sightings guaranteed’ and free cancellation. Not for pregnant passengers, people with back problems or in delicate health, or children under 4. [azoreswhalewatch.com]
- Registered as RNAAT 131/2015; five Terra Azul boats are on the 2026 Blue Flag eco-tourism boat list, the only Azorean boats on it. [azoreswhalewatch.com; ABAE 2026]
- Also runs dolphin swims; legal within strict limits, but whether to join is your call (see our whale-watching guide). Phone +351 296 581 361. [Visit Azores]