Vila Franca Islet Off-Coast Nature Reserve Tour

Vila Franca Islet Off-Coast Nature Reserve Tour

Azores Islands

Vila Franca Islet Off-Coast Nature Reserve Tour

Marina de Vila Franca do Campo , Azores Islands , Portugal

$45 { Per Person }

Overview

Vila Franca Islet Off-Coast Nature Reserve Tour Experience

A boat and walking tour exploring the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo. Set foot on an off-coast protected natural reserve. Includes Biologist/Naturalist Guide.

Details

This tour starts with a short briefing that will introduce you to the volcanic islet's geology, plant, and animal species that can be found, the nature reserve's rules, and safety. You will travel by sea to the Islet, and disembark at the Islet's harbor, for an hour-and-half walking tour to explore the volcanic marvel and its notorious features by foot!
The islet crater is rocky with endemic Azorean Heather, Firetree, and other flora species making this a beautiful living habitat for wildlife, where birds can often be observed, such as Buzzards, Turnstones, Sanderlings, Little Egrets, Whimbrels, Canaries, Wagtails, and even Sally lightfoot crab colonies!
It is life rich all year, especially in autumn and winter. Your guide will keep you informed on what you are observing and is available throughout your tour to provide answers to any specific questions – feel free to ask!
Duration: 3 hours

Marina de Vila Franca do Campo, Azores Islands, Portugal



Vila Franca Islet Off-Coast Nature Reserve Tour

$90 /Per Person

  • Offered daily, October through mid April
  • 24-hour advance booking requirement
  • 24-hour advance cancellation policy

What's Included
  • Shared boat tour
  • Access off-coast reserve
  • Naturalist/Biologist guide and experienced skipper
  • Zodiac RIB Boat (12-28 pax)
  • Impermeable full suit and life vest
  • Admission to nature reserve
  • Insurance
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
  • Food and drinks (incl. personal water supply)
  • Transportation to experience (available separately)
Know Before You Go
  • Eat light, and bring your own personal water supply, sunscreen and chapstick for the Sun. Light food is permitted, and a camera is essential, especially for photography lovers - protect any personal equipment


Vila Franca Islet Off-Coast Nature Reserve Tour

$90 /Per Person

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