You must be able to swim; food and hotel pickup are not included. 4.76 from 210 reviews at €150 per person for 2h 30m.
In our comparison: #4 of 8 in Whale Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €150 per adult.
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.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 199 of 210
Star breakdown of all 210 ratings
Reviewers praise the crew and seeing wild dolphins, but underwater encounters can be fleeting.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (16 June 2022 to 15 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.
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With Picos de Aventura, you’ll go beyond the typical wildlife tour: this is a carefully guided, respectful interaction led by marine biologists who are deeply passionate about ocean conservation.
What sets this tour apart you ask?
- Wild, not captive: You’ll be swimming with dolphins in their natural environment, where they are free to choose whether to interact. This makes every encounter meaningful and authentic.
- Biologist-led experience: Our tours are led by expert marine biologists with in-depth knowledge about dolphin behavior, species conservation, and the marine ecosystem of the Azores.
- Small group, low-impact: We limit the number of swimmers to ensure a calm, non-intrusive presence in the water—making the experience safer, more personal, and more respectful toward the animals.
This is not a theme park show—it’s a moment of silent connection in the open ocean. A unique chance to witness the grace of wild dolphins up close, guided by those who know and protect them best.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #4 of 8 | €150 | 2h 30m | 4.76 (210) | shared |
| Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island | €65 | 3h | 4.88 (199) | shared |
| Whale and dolphin watching in Pico Island | €70 | 3h | 4.9 (52) | shared |
| Whale and Dolphin Watching in Pico Island 3 Hour Small Group Tour | €63 | 3h | 4.84 (43) | shared |
Ranked #4 of 8 in Whale Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €59 to €150, median €65; typical length 3h. 0 of 8 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 8 Whale Watching