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Guided Kayak Tour Around the Islet and Caves

4.8 · 53 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Azores Operated by Epic Volcanic Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
2h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:30, 10:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Paddle a sit-on-top kayak around Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo on a guided route taking in the islet and caves.

A life vest, safety briefing and insurance are included; moderate fitness is required, and the outing is not recommended for non-swimmers. 4.83 from 53 reviews at €45 per person for 2h.

In our comparison: #3 of 5 in Boat & Kayak Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €45 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional Guide & Safety Briefing
  • Kayak sit-on-top
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Life-Vest

    Children from €30 (ages 6 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.

    Reviews

    4.8
    53 ratings
    Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

    94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 50 of 53

    Star breakdown of all 53 ratings

    5 stars
    49 · 92%
    4 stars
    1 · 2%
    3 stars
    2 · 4%
    2 stars
    0 · 0%
    1 star
    1 · 2%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise the guides and islet views; rough water can disrupt the planned kayaking trip

    Praised

    • Friendly guides sharing island history and wildlife knowledge
    • Views of the islet and opportunities to paddle into caves
    • Dry bags and waterproof phone cases for belongings
    • Guidance that helps paddlers feel safe on the water

    Complaints

    • Rough water can force changes to the planned kayaking trip

    Written by Guidekin from the 36 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (18 May 2025 to 23 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    The Epic Volcanic house is a wooden house located at the end of the marina, right next to the boat ramp. It is close to the harbor where the old fishermen's boats are docked, you will also see the only green kayaks in the Marina. · Open in Google Maps
    Departure
    09:30, 10:00 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (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
    Epic Volcanic; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    Itinerary

    About this tour, from the operator

    Walking, children and accessibility

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

    Walking and health

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Accessibility

    • Service animals allowed

    Good to know

    • Children from €30 ages 6 to 12

    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

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