Coastal Diving

The Azores are, without a doubt, one of the best destinations for scuba diving in the whole Atlantic. Our diving season operates from April to October. We offer more than 20 different diving spots around Faial and Pico islands to cover all preferences and levels of experience.

Usually we dive around the marine protected area of “Monte da Guia” where the majority of our spots are located. To get there, we use our zodiacs. They are only 5 – 15 minutes away from our dive center. The sea temperature ranges between 68 to 75 F (20-24ºC) in the summer months, therefore 5mm or 7mm wetsuits are suitable for most divers. 

The coastal marine life around the islands of Faial and Pico is amazing. You will able to see many curious Grey Triggerfish (Balistes carolinensis), big Drusky Groupers (Epinephelus marginatus), Mediterranean Parrotfish (Sparisoma cretense), Octopus and Morays Eels that hide between the rocks as well as several species of small, colourful nudibranchs, among others marine life.

If you don´t have a diving certificate we offer either, snorkelling trips in the diving spots or a scuba diving baptism, a shallow dive under the care of our qualified and experienced instructors to give you a taste of diving.

More information and prices:

Scuba Diving

The diving spot is chosen just before departure, taking into account the diver’s experience, preferences, weather and sea conditions. Don’t forget that we are very flexible and will try hard to make your day unforgettable. The Divemaster will brief the group about the chosen dive spot, what can be seen in there and safety measures, our main concern. Our filling stations and tanks are extremely well maintained and regularly checked. All divers have to carry valid diving certificate and medical exams.

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  • Briefing
  • Boat with skipper
  • Divemaster (dive guide)
  • Tanks and weight belts
  • Water aboard
  • Refreshment after the dive trip in the dive center (water, tea/coffee, fruit, snacks)

Prices

1 Dive 65€
10 Dives 550€
Groups (more than 5 divers) 60€
Night or Cave Dive 75€

*Prices per dive and per person. *The minimum of people required to dive is 3.

*The equipment is not included in the price. A fee of 20€ will be charged for the hiring of full equipment, per day.

*If someone wants to join to the dive trip as a snorkeler, the price per person is 20€.

Snorkeling
Includes

  • Briefing
  • Boat with skipper
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Water aboard
  • Refreshment after the dive trip in the dive center (water, tea, coffee, fruit, snacks)

Price

Snorkelling 40€

*The minimum of people to go is 3 .

Scuba Diving Baptism

If you are in a place where diving is one of the most popular activities, why not try it? You will never forget the first breath under the water!

While still on land you will have a quick lesson on how all of the equipment works and the signs used for underwater communication. After that you will dive with a dive guide always by your side, taking care of you in every step of the dive.

Includes

  • Safety briefing
  • boat with skipper
  • Dive Instructor / Divemaster (dive guide)
  • All the equipment needed
  • Water aboard
  • Refreshment after the dive trip in the dive center (water, tea, coffee, fruit, snacks)

Restrictions

  • The minimum age is 12 years
  • Under 18 years, must have an authorization passed by an responsible adult

Price

Baptism Dive (per person) 85€

*The minimum of people to go is 2.

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