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Boat Tour: Cave Tour on The North Coast

4.8 · 61 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Azores Operated by Azores Boat Adventures Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore caves, deserted beaches and waterfalls along the north coast of São Miguel by boat.

Life jackets, bottled water and a safety briefing are included; the activity is not recommended for people with serious injuries. 4.77 from 61 reviews at €70 per person for 3h.

In our comparison: #5 of 5 in Boat & Kayak Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €70 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Life jackets
  • Bottled water
  • Safety instructions before the start of the tour

    Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

    Reviews

    4.8
    61 ratings
    Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

    95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 58 of 61

    Star breakdown of all 61 ratings

    5 stars
    56 · 92%
    4 stars
    2 · 3%
    3 stars
    0 · 0%
    2 stars
    0 · 0%
    1 star
    3 · 5%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise the coastal caves and attentive, knowledgeable crew; some report cancellations without explanation

    Praised

    • Clear explanations of coastal geology, wildlife and island history
    • Close views of the coast and trips inside sea caves
    • Attentive crews who make passengers feel safe and comfortable
    • Warm tea and local cookies served during a break
    • Small boat groups that feel personal and relaxed

    Complaints

    • Late cancellations without an explanation
    • Some passengers felt seasick during the trip

    Written by Guidekin from the 57 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (23 April 2023 to 6 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    Rabo Peixe Naval Club, Fishing Port. · Open in Google Maps
    Departure
    09:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    This activity ends back at the meeting point
    Pickup
    No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
    Operator
    Azores Boat Adventures; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    About this tour, from the operator

    The north coast of the island of São Miguel is a place where nature remains untouched. We seek to create connections and unique moments in a timeless way. Witnessing the cultural and scenic richness of the north coast of the island of São Miguel is without a doubt a unique and unique experience.

    - Get excited about our Caves

    - Have the privilege of visiting our Deserted Beaches and Waterfalls

    - Discover the Marine Biodiversity of the North Coast of the island of São Miguel

    - Visit our Secret Surf Spots

    Walking, children and accessibility

    The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

    Walking and health

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Children

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Accessibility

    • Strollers OK
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, passport details

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    • 1+ days: Full refund
    • 0-1 days: No refund

    Compared with other Boat & Kayak Tours

    TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
    This tour · #5 of 5€703h4.77 (61)shared
    Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Snorkeling in São Miguel, Azores€502h4.83 (309)shared
    Corvo Boat Trip€457h4.83 (59)shared
    Guided Kayak Tour Around the Islet and Caves€452h4.83 (53)shared

    Ranked #5 of 5 in Boat & Kayak Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €70, median €45; typical length 2h. 0 of 5 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 5 Boat & Kayak Tours

    From €70 per adult