Whale and Dolphin Watching in Pico Island 3 Hour Small Group Tour
At a glance
Whale and Dolphin Watching in Pico Island 3 Hour Small Group Tour is a 3h guided experience in Pico, Portugal, operated by Espaço Talassa. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 42 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $71.94 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Complimentary drink on return, Liability insurance, Traditional vigia: Vigia da Queimada (land-based lookout).
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 24 travellers
- Languages
- German, Portuguese, English, French
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–12 per booking
- Ages
- Adult 5–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Whale and Dolphin Watching in Pico Island 3 Hour Small Group Tour
from $57.16
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 09:00, 14:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Since 1989, Espaço Talassa has been the first whale watching company in the Azores - founded by a French sailor and a former Azorean whaling family, rooted in the very history of these waters. We locate cetaceans using the same traditional vigia lookout towers that once guided the whale hunters of Lajes do Pico, combined with onboard hydrophones. Your marine biologists share genuine knowledge of the species, their behavior, and the ocean they inhabit. Small groups, unhurried time at sea, and a deep respect for the animals and the place. This is not a show - it is an encounter. Nature-first, always.
What's included
What's included
- Complimentary drink on return
- Liability insurance
- Traditional vigia: Vigia da Queimada (land-based lookout)
- Environment tax and cetacean observation permit
- Free access to Espaço Talassa library
- Experienced skipper
- Waterproof jacket and life vest
Not included
- Gratuities
- Warm/waterproof pants
Itinerary
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You'll start with a briefing on the cetacean species we may encounter and current sea conditions. On board, your marine biologist will guide you through what you observe — species identification, behaviour, and the history of these waters — while our vigia monitors the horizon from the traditional lookout tower ashore, the same towers once used by Azorean whalers. On return, enjoy a complimentary drink and a debrief with the crew. Your visit also includes free access to the Espaço Talassa library.
Meeting point
Meet us at Espaço Talassa, Rua dos Baleeiros, Lajes do Pico. We are located by the harbour, next to the marina. Please arrive 30 minutes before your departure time. Look for our blue and white signage at the waterfront.
Traveller ratings
4.9
43 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 39
- 4 ★ 3
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 1
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Não é permitido para gestantes
- Não é permitido para pessoas com problemas cardíacos ou outras doenças graves
- Não é permitido para pessoas com problemas de coluna
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Whale and Dolphin Watching in Pico Island 3 Hour Small Group Tour take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $71.94 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Complimentary drink on return; Liability insurance; Traditional vigia: Vigia da Queimada (land-based lookout); Environment tax and cetacean observation permit; Free access to Espaço Talassa library; Experienced skipper.
Where does it start?
Meet us at Espaço Talassa, Rua dos Baleeiros, Lajes do Pico. We are located by the harbour, next to the marina. Please arrive 30 minutes before your departure time. Look for our blue and white signage at the waterfront.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Portuguese, English, French.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 42 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Pico.
