Vila Franca Do Campo Trip Overview
See upclose a volcanic marvel – the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo off-coast protected natural reserve. Learn more about its geology, and living fauna and flora!
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* Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
* Starts: Vila Franca Do Campo, Portugal
* Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Nature & Wildlife
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What to Expect When Visiting Vila Franca Do Campo, Açores, Portugal
See upclose a volcanic marvel – the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo off-coast protected natural reserve. Learn more about its geology, and living fauna and flora!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL™, Marina de Vila Franca do Campo 4, 9680-187 Vila Franca Do Campo, Portugal
The tour starts with a short briefing introducing to the volcanic islet’s geology, plant and animal species that can be found, the nature reserve’s rules, and safety.
Everyone will then follow the Guide and Skipper to their designated boat, for 10 minutes travelling by sea to the Islet.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Islet of Vila Franca do Campo, Parque Industrial de Vila Franca 500m Offshore, Vila Franca do Campo, Sao Miguel 9680-114 Portugal
You will disembark at the islet’s harbor, for a hour-and-half tour to explore the volcanic marvel and its notorious features. The islet crater is rocky with endemic Azorean Heather, Firetree and other flora species making this a beautiful living habitat for wildlife, and often birds can be observed, such as Buzzards, Turnstones, Sanderlings, Little Egrets, Whimbrels, Canaries, Wagtails, and even Sally lightfoot crab colonies!
It is life rich all year, especially in Autumn and Winter. Your guide will keep you informed on what you are observing and is available throughout your tour to provide answers to any specific questions – feel free to ask!
At 16:15 it is time to be back to the Marina for check-out.
Know before you go:
Eat light, and bring your personal water supply, sunscreen and chapstick for the Sun. Light food is permitted, and Camera is essential, especially for photography lovers – protect any personal equipment.
Bathing is not permitted at this time of the year.
Duration: 2 hours
