A fabulous dive adventure on the ‘Green Island’ of São Miguel, where the beautiful scenery complements an intriguing underwater world.
The island of São Miguel is the largest and most populated with most living in the capital, Ponta Delgada. The ‘Green Island’ is a land of lakes nested in volcanic craters, the most spectacular being the twin lakes of Sete Cidades filled with legends and myths. Here you can canoe in the craters or relax in the natural hot water pools, another attraction of the island.
Marine life is abundant in the subtropical waters attracting colourful damsels and wrasse, rays, barracuda and other larger pelagic species. The volcanic topography creates diving adventures under arches, in caves, along rocky reefs and gulleys. The dive centre is open May-Oct during the warmer months where sea temperatures range from 17–24C and visibility is 30 metres on average. Photographers will enjoy capturing the spectacular scenery as much as the wildlife.
Suggested Itinerary
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Day 1:
Fly to Ponta Delgada, Azores
You will be met on arrival and transferred to the
Caloura Hotel for a seven night stay.
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Days 2-6
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Dive the Azores
Your pre-booked dive package begins today. It includes 10 local boat dives over the next five days. The dive centre will come and collect you each morning.
Marine life is abundant in the subtropical waters attracting grouper, stingrays, moray eels, barracuda, dolphin and turtles. Diving adventures include arches, caves, gorges, volcanic cliffs, rocky reefs and wrecks with sites accessible to divers of ranging abilities as well as some fantastic snorkelling on offer.
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Day 7:
Day at leisure
Today is free to relax or enjoy an excursion at your own leisure.
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Day 8:
Return to the UK
Transfer back to the airport for your departure flight, landing later the same day.
Please note: Ask us about staying at other properties on Sao Miguel, or creating an island hopping itinerary around the Azores for the best overall holiday experience.