6 Terceira Dolphin Tours That Fill Up First

Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island

1.Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78Our pick

Set out from Angra do Heroísmo at 8:30 am for a three-hour whale and dolphin search aboard a small banana-style boat. A spotter on Monte Brasil directs the crew toward sightings, while guides such as Victor explain species and behavior. Expect open-sea motion, close wildlife encounters, and changing conditions.

“This was a great trip. We saw 3 types of dolphins and they were quite close to the boat. Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable.”

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Terceira: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

2.Terceira: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $82

Spend 2.5 hours watching Azores whales and dolphins from a boat guided by land-based spotters. OceanEmotion provides a guide, hydrophone, wind jacket, and sighting guarantee. English, Portuguese, and Spanish tours are available, with private groups on request.

“Bien. Es difícil ver ballenas pero al menos delfines sí suelen verse. Me parece un poco cara la excursión para lo que por allí cuestan los servicios y actividades.”

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Terceira: Swimming with Wild Dolphins | Natural Habitat

3.Terceira: Swimming with Wild Dolphins | Natural Habitat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 51 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $147

Meet OceanEmotion at its red-covered office in Terceira, then head into the Atlantic with a dolphin spotter, skipper, and marine biologist Mariana. You will receive safety guidance and equipment before entering the open sea in small groups for a respectful encounter with wild dolphins.

“This was, without a doubt, the best tour I’ve ever taken in my entire life. We truly enjoyed the experience. This is the only way dolphins should be seen (in their natural habitat, and with small groups of people, so they don’t get stressed) Finally, my childhood dream came true, and I couldn’t have found better guides, better location, or a better company to make it happen. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for making it possible. Now I can return to Spain feeling thankful and incredibly blessed. Thanks 🙏”

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Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour at Terceira Island

4.Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour at Terceira Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $71Best value

Meet at Angra do Heroísmo’s Marina d’Angra for a 2 to 2.5-hour whale and dolphin trip. A safety briefing, waterproof jacket, and life vest come first. Guides use lookout reports from Terceira’s south coast to choose the best route, with live commentary in English and groups capped at 24 people.

“This was such a fun experience. The crew is very knowledgeable and work their hardest to show you as much marine life as possible. Highly recommend.”

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Terceira Island: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

5.Terceira Island: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Set out from Angra do Heroísmo with a guide, wildlife spotter, hydrophone, and wind jacket for a 2.5-hour search for Azorean whales and dolphins. The small open boat carries up to 20 people. Sightings are guaranteed, but the exact species and conditions are not.

“It was a great trip on a small open boat. Our guide, Raquel a marine biologist was excellent. She was very informative and was sure to see that everyone could spot the dolphins or had any questions. We saw three different species of dolphins. Unfortunately we did not see any whales, however that is how is goes sometimes. The ocean was a little choppy that day but that made the boat ride all the more exciting. Great trip, great guide and a great ride. We would definitely recommend.”

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Terceira Island: Swimming with Wild Dolphins | Natural Habitat

6.Terceira Island: Swimming with Wild Dolphins | Natural Habitat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Leave Angra do Heroísmo at 8:00 am with OceanEmotion for a 2.5-hour search for wild dolphins and whales. Nuno and Andre may guide you into the water when conditions and animal behavior allow. Groups are capped at eight, with snorkeling gear, a safety briefing, and a sighting guarantee included.

“Owl tour to meet dolphins and other schools of fish. Eco-friendly, informative. We had the opportunity to swim right next to dolphins several times.Auto-translated”

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6 Terceira Dolphin Tours That Fill Up First

Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island

1.Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island

Terceira: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

2.Terceira: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

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3.Terceira: Swimming with Wild Dolphins | Natural Habitat

Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour at Terceira Island

4.Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour at Terceira Island

Terceira Island: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

5.Terceira Island: Whale & Dolphin Watching | Best Wildlife Tour

Terceira Island: Swimming with Wild Dolphins | Natural Habitat

6.Terceira Island: Swimming with Wild Dolphins | Natural Habitat

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