Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Quick Details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Ages: Ideal for everyone including wheelchairs and service animals
- Availability: Daily at 9h30 and 14h30 (Mon-Sun)
- Notes: Snorkeling equipment included
- --------------- Price ---------------
- Adult 13+: €50
- Child 4-12: €35
- Infant 0-3: €10
Discover the Ocean in a Whole New Way – Explore What Lies Beneath Without Getting Wet 🌊🔍
Climb aboard OceanEye Azores – São Miguel’s one-of-a-kind glass-bottom boat experience!
This is no ordinary boat trip. Thanks to our unique underwater viewing system, you’ll glide over vibrant marine life, watch fish and sea creatures pass right beneath your feet, and explore the hidden underwater wonders of the Azores — all without getting wet. 🪸
It’s like diving into the ocean… without ever leaving the boat!
Boat tour description and itinerary
Overview:
Discover the life that lies deep in the Azores Sea from the comfort of this glass-bottom boat, with an expert crew and guide.
Your adventure begins at Vila Franca do Campo Marina, where a biologist will give you a briefing about the itinerary before the departure. Learn about the marine life, nature, and historical curiosities of Vila Franca do Campo.
You can spot the unique sea life of the protected area and observe the seabirds and crustaceans that fill the islet landscape. The biologist will help you identify the species, but you can expect to see everything from colorful shoals of fish, to starfish, sea cucumbers, and underwater volcanic activity. When you want to cool off you can go for a swim and snorkel, and get closer to some of the wildlife you’ve been spotting.
Highlights
- Discover the bottom of the ocean around the islet of Vila Franca do Campo comfortably in an unique boat;
- Get closer to the sea life by snorkeling (equipment included)
Included
- A biologist guide who will help you identify the species and tell you more about the local history;
- Snorkeling equipment;
- Insurance
Recommended
- If you would like to do snorkeling we recommend bringing swimwear and a towel
- Sunscreen
- Your camera to capture amazing moments
Good to know
- Please be 15 minutes before the starting time for a short briefing;
- Everyone is welcome from the youngest to the oldest, including people with physical mobility (wheelchairs) and using service animals;
- The activity is subject to weather and sea conditions. If not possible we will rebook or refund you. If you decide to cancel more than 72h in advance you’ll be refunded 100%. After that period we’ll keep 100% of the payment.
Why choose Kayak Azores Adventure?
✅ Exclusive glass-bottom boat – Only here, in São Miguel
✅ Unforgettable views – above and below the surface
✅ Friendly, knowledgeable local crew
✅ Family-friendly & perfect for all ages
✅ Small group experience – zero crowds, all the fun
✅ Eco-conscious and deeply respectful of marine life
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What our guests say about our experiences
Posted on AmandaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Todo el personal muy atentos y amables. Fuimos 8 e hicimos snorkel solo nosotros, la experiencia fue increíble, pasamos una mañana estupenda. Muchas gracias!!Posted on Lucia Gil ManzanaresTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fuimos 8 amigos en octubre. A primera hora de la mañana. Tuvimos la suerte de hacer el tour solos, y aunque lo habíamos reservado en inglés los guías eran españoles y nos hicieron el tour en español. Los guías estupendos ( alex y paula) muy amables y pendientes de nosotros todo el rato, y el capitán Edmund también muy amable. Después de echar toda la mañana con ellos nos invitaron a un vinito. Buenísima experiencia, muy recomendable .Posted on João RodriguesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Escolhi a experiência de fazer caiaque ao redor da ilha e foi incrível! 2h dá mais que tempo para ir e voltar com calma, fazer snorkel e andar à volta da ilha. É muito lindo e o staff é super simpático.Posted on Diaconu StefanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience! Very helpful staff and good pricesPosted on Kimia RakhshaniTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They were so friendly and nice. Some of the best customer service I’ve ever experienced. Not only was it a great price and awesome kayak experience. So polite and professional. Thank you so much❤️❤️Posted on Ana EspañaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hicimos la ruta en Kayak con Nuno y Manuel y nos encantó. Nos llevaron a todos los rincones de la isla, a los spot de snorkel y nos contaron historias sobre ella. Si está por San Miguel es una experiencia que te recomiendo.Posted on Àlex Pascual RomeroTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Perdimos una chancla y la encontraron ellos y lo celebramos con vino azorense que ellos mismos nos invitarón, unos cracksVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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