You stay in the water; landing on the islet is not allowed. 4.84 from 73 reviews at €27 per person.
Best for: Start with the Ilhéu snorkel from Vila Franca do Campo at €27 per person for 1h, with kit included and no islet landing. 4.84 from 73 reviews. Diving & Snorkeling comparison
Trade-off: No landing on the islet.
In our comparison: #4 of 5 in Diving & Snorkeling, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €27 per adult.
Children from €15 (ages 5 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 71 of 73
Star breakdown of all 73 ratings
Reviewers praise attentive guides and varied marine life; some find the water cold.
Written by Guidekin from the 34 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (26 June 2025 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.
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You will have a 360o view of the island, as well as a simple guided tour together.
1h · Admission includedDiscover the charm of Villa Franca do Campo underwater! After a brief preparation and delivery of all the necessary equipment — suit, mask and sticks — embark towards the island, while the Guide shares instructions and curiosities about this unique place in the Azores.
In the crystal clear waters, snorkel between volcanic formations and discover an incredible diversity of marine life: colorful fish, sea stars, crabs, seaweed and dwarfs. For an even more exciting experience, choose to rent a SeaScooter, which will allow you to explore the ocean floor with ease and fun.
At the end, enjoy a short walk around the island before returning to the marina — an unforgettable adventure between sea, nature and discovery.
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The booking form will also ask for: weights, heights
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #4 of 5 | €27 | 1h | 4.84 (73) | shared |
| Scuba Diving | €58 | 3h | 4.93 (75) | shared |
| São Miguel Azores: Hike and Snorkeling into the wild with a local | €108 | 4h | 4.95 (41) | shared |
| Snorkeling in Vila Franca do Campo | €70 | 1h | 4.88 (42) | shared |
Ranked #4 of 5 in Diving & Snorkeling by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €27 to €108, median €58; 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 Diving & Snorkeling