Guided tour to discover the heritage of the Azorean whalers
Art, culture and gastronomy
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Wow, this activity is currently unavailable, but don't worry, you can still find other amazing activities to boost your trip!Join this tour in Vila Franca do Campo to learn more abou the Azorean whaling history. Witness a whaleboat from '45, visit an old lookout and play the role yourself.
Highlights
- Learn more about the Azorean whaling history
- Witness an authentic 1945 Azorean whaleboat
- Visit a traditional Azorean Whaler Lookout
- Play the role of the lookout searching for whales
- Meet the locals keeping the cultural heritage alive
Description
Join this tour discover what the ancient Azorean whaling traditions were, and learn how they transitioned to nowadays wildlife observation and research practices and even to a unique sport.The experience will start with a short presentation of the local whaling culture, before visiting the authentic whaleboat “Senhora de Fátima”, from 1945, the onl...
What's Included
- Guided tour, Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle, Insurance, Transport included
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off, Water
Important informations
- Instant confirmation Free cancellation e-Voucher COVID-19 information: There is a limit number of visitors, Government regulations compliant, Regular desinfection, Hands Sanitizers, Equipment sanitized, The guide will wear a mask, There will be a temperature check for the staff, Contactless payment, The staff has passed a covid test Where: Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL™, Marina of Vila Franca do Campo 4, 9680-187 São Miguel, Azores Island, Portugal Meeting point: Coming from Ponta Delgada city center by car, head East along the coast and follow directions to Vila Franca do Campo. Once in Vila Franca do Campo, descend towards the sea level to reach the Marina and your local tour operator's base, where yellow boats are stationed. Free parking nearby. What to remember: Minimum age for joining this tour: 4 years oldAlso, this experience isn't suitable for people with reduced mobility and medically fragileReservations are at all times subject to rescheduling due to availability requirements, weather conditions and safety reasonsEnglish is the tour's official language, but the local tour operator will do their best to accomodate your language preference (not guaranteed)
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
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