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title: "Boat Tour: Cave Tour on The North Coast"
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/boat-tour-cave-tour-on-the-north-coast/
type: tour
city: Azores
country: Portugal
price: 70
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.77
reviews: 61
duration_minutes: 180
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 5 of 5 (Boat & Kayak Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/boat-tour-cave-tour-on-the-north-coast/
---

# Boat Tour: Cave Tour on The North Coast

**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 (table below).

## Overview

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

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Rabo Peixe Naval Club,
- Starts 09:30: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €70 per person
- Duration: 3h
- Rating: 4.77/5 from 61 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Azores Boat Adventures
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.77 from 61 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 58 of 61.

- 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 (2023-04-23 to 2026-07-06); last checked 2026-10-07.

## What's included

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

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

Rabo Peixe Naval Club, Fishing Port.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ29TOelLVXAsR69h0J_RsTO0

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for people with serious injuries

Booking asks for: dates of birth, passport details

## Compared with other Boat & Kayak Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 5** | €70 | 3h | 4.77 (61) | shared |
| [Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Snorkeling in São Miguel, Azores](/portugal/azores/tours/glass-bottom-boat-tour-snorkeling-in-s-o-miguel-azores/?format=md) | €50 | 2h | 4.83 (309) | shared |
| [Corvo Boat Trip](/portugal/azores/tours/corvo-boat-trip/?format=md) | €45 | 7h | 4.83 (59) | shared |
| [Guided Kayak Tour Around the Islet and Caves](/portugal/azores/tours/guided-kayak-tour-around-the-islet-and-caves/?format=md) | €45 | 2h | 4.83 (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.

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