--- title: Snorkeling Tour Ilhéu from Vila Franca do Campo lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/snorkeling-tour-ilh-u-from-vila-franca-do-campo/ type: tour city: Azores country: Portugal price: 27 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.83 reviews: 71 duration_minutes: 60 languages: [pt, en, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 3 of 4 (Diving & Snorkeling) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/snorkeling-tour-ilh-u-from-vila-franca-do-campo/ --- # Snorkeling Tour Ilhéu from Vila Franca do Campo **Guidekin's take:** An hour of snorkelling around the Vila Franca islet, a flooded crater off the south coast, with suit, mask and fins handed out and a guide explaining the place on the way over. You stay in the water; landing on the islet is not allowed. 4.83 from 71 reviews at €27 per person. ## Overview Discover 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. ## Key facts - Price: from €27 per person - Duration: 1h - Rating: 4.83/5 from 71 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Vila Watersports Center ## What's included - All Fees and Taxes - Battles, masks and diving suits. ## Not included - It is not allowed to enter or board the island. ## Itinerary 1. **Islet of Vila Franca do Campo** (1h; admission included) - You will have a 360o view of the island, as well as a simple guided tour together. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 11:00, 14:00, 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - 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 Near the boat and kayak ramp, located on the south side of the marina. If you go down the stairs, our store is located at the end of the marina. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness ## Compared with other Diving & Snorkeling | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 4** | €27 | 1h | 4.83 (71) | shared | | [Scuba Diving](/portugal/azores/tours/scuba-diving/?format=md) | €58 | 3h | 4.93 (74) | shared | | [São Miguel Azores: Hike and Snorkeling into the wild with a local](/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-azores-hike-and-snorkeling-into-the-wild-with-a-local/?format=md) | €108 | 4h | 4.95 (41) | 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 (306) | shared | Ranked #3 of 4 in Diving & Snorkeling by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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