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Discover the unique beauty of the geological formations on the coast of São Miguel on a quick and safe boat trip from the picturesque fishing village of Rabo de Peixe.
Sail towards the fascinating Vila das Capelas, where you can explore the impressive Buraco de São Pedro and the Morro das Capelas geosite, a cone of tuffs formed by a submarine eruption, similar to the islet of Vila Franca do Campo.
Relive the history of the whaling industry in Capelas, with a visit to the historic sites that testify to the activity's prosperous past and explore the coastal arches and caves.
Take a break to swim in the blue waters of the bay and enjoy the stunning scenery of this historic village.
Sailing through the open sea with the majestic island as a backdrop.
This is a unique experience you won't want to miss!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Instructions: Drive your car to the marina area, approximately 200 meters from the initially indicated location.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point & Initial Briefing: Before embarking on this adventure, our guides will provide a comprehensive briefing on the activity, including safety instructions and an overview of the itinerary. Approximate departure time: 09:30
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
After the briefing, we set off towards the historic village of Capelas, where its coast presents fascinating geological formations, such as Buraco de São Pedro and the Morro das Capelas geosite, a cone of tuffs formed by a submarine eruption, where we can observe arches and coastal caves.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Pause at the small gate of the chapels to dive into the blue waters of the bay and enjoy the stunning landscape of this historic village. Relive the history of the whaling industry in Capelas, with a visit to the historical sites that testify to the prosperous past of this activity.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
We will cross the open sea to the beaches of Ribeira Grande. This is the time to contemplate the island and marine life from a unique perspective. Close to the city, we will pass by the famous beaches of Monte Verde and Santa Bárbara, where we will identify the most recent geological phenomena and the history of these areas.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The return will be along the coastline, passing by the Santana promontory and its hidden beach. Upon returning to the village of Rabo de Peixe, we will do a debriefing and help you return safely and comfortably.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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