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Sao Miguel
San Miguel: Boat Tour – Elephant Rock & Arches of Capelas
- Duration2 hours
- Max Travelers6 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryNew Product, On the Water
Overview
Discover the unique beauty of the geological formations on the coast of São Miguel on a quick and safe boat trip from the picturesque fishing village of Rabo de Peixe.
Sail towards the fascinating Vila das Capelas, where you can explore the impressive Buraco de São Pedro and the Morro das Capelas geosite, a cone of tuffs formed by a submarine eruption, similar to the islet of Vila Franca do Campo.
Relive the history of the whaling industry in Capelas, with a visit to the historic sites that testify to the activity’s prosperous past and explore the coastal arches and caves.
Take a break to swim in the blue waters of the bay and enjoy the stunning scenery of this historic village.
Sailing through the open sea with the majestic island as a backdrop.
This is a unique experience you won’t want to miss!
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What's included
Cookies
Life jacket
Insurance (personal accidents and civil liability)
Water/Tea
Safety/Activity Briefing
What's Not included
Snacks
Itinerary
Meeting Point & Initial Briefing: Before embarking on this adventure, our guides will provide a comprehensive briefing on the activity, including safety instructions and an overview of the itinerary.nnApproximate departure time: 09:30
After the briefing, we set off towards the historic village of Capelas, where its coast presents fascinating geological formations, such as Buraco de Su00e3o Pedro and the Morro das Capelas geosite, a cone of tuffs formed by a submarine eruption, where we can observe arches and coastal caves.
Pause at the small gate of the chapels to dive into the blue waters of the bay and enjoy the stunning landscape of this historic village. nnRelive the history of the whaling industry in Capelas, with a visit to the historical sites that testify to the prosperous past of this activity.
We will cross the open sea to the beaches of Ribeira Grande. nThis is the time to contemplate the island and marine life from a unique perspective.nnClose to the city, we will pass by the famous beaches of Monte Verde and Santa Bu00e1rbara, where we will identify the most recent geological phenomena and the history of these areas.
The return will be along the coastline, passing by the Santana promontory and its hidden beach.nnUpon returning to the village of Rabo de Peixe, we will do a debriefing and help you return safely and comfortably.
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.