First Dive near the islet of Vila Franca in São Miguel, Azores

3 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
Instant confirmation
From€125

Discover the beauty of the underwater world during your first dive near the islet of Vila Franca in São Miguel!

Scuba diving is the perfect way to get away from it all and admire the natural gems hidden beneath the ocean. Try scuba diving near the famous islet of Vila Franca in São Miguel and discover this must-see site of the island in a completely new way! The crater of an ancient underwater volcano, the islet of Vila Franca forms an almost perfect ring around a natural lagoon with crystal-clear waters, linked to the Atlantic Ocean by a narrow passage.

Thanks to this diving experience near the islet of Vila Franca, organised especially for beginners by specialist diving instructors, you can discover scuba diving in São Miguel for the first time in complete safety. The activity will begin with a presentation of the theoretical and practical concepts of diving, such as diving equipment, techniques and underwater communication. After that, you'll have everything you need for a safe first Atlantic diving experience, so you'll be ready to dive! Of course, your instructor will be on hand throughout the activity to guide and advise you.

This introduction to diving in São Miguel will take place near the 16th-century cannon wrecks, where the flora and fauna make for an exceptional diving experience. Accessible from the age of 10 to anyone who can swim, this first dive near the islet of Vila Franca will open the doors to a magical world! So don't hesitate to book for an unforgettable experience during your holiday in the Azores.

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Practical information

Discover scuba diving during your 45-minute underwater first dive to a maximum depth of 12 meters with your dedicated instructor. You should allow 3 hours for the activity in total.

Course of events

Please allow 3 hours on site, including a 45-minutes dive.

  • Arrive at the shop at least 10 minutes before the hour of the activity
  • Fill in the paperwork
  • Go to the dive centre, which is 20 metres from the shop, where you'll get your equipment and gear
  • Listen to your guide's briefing on the marine life you'll be able to see during the dive and how scuba diving works
  • Travel by boat to the diving site (5 minutes)
  • Discover suba diving for the first time during a 45-minute dive with your dedicated instructor
  • Return to the dive centre by boat where you'll be able to take a hot shower and change
Activity requirements

All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

You must fill the medical certificate at the shop in order to be able to do the activity.

Special terms

For this activity, you must not have any of the following contraindications (respiratory problems (exertional asthma), heart problems, ENT problems, lung problems, diabetes or epilepsy). If you have any doubts, don't hesitate to contact us or ask for medical advice.

Pregnant women are not allowed to do this activity.

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.

Please note you are not allowed to fly for up to 24 hours after your last dive.
Meeting point:
Dive Center Azores Sub: Marina da Vila, 9680-187 Vila Franca Do Campo, Portugal
Spoken languages:Portuguese, English, Spanish
Included
  • Scuba diving equipment (wetsuit, mask, fins, snorkel etc)
  • Professional instructor
  • 1 dive
Excluded
  • Transport to the meeting point
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel and change of clothes
  • Bottle of water
  • Snacks

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Miguel B., United Kingdom — 25/09/2023
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Really fun. Instructors explained everything clearly. They guide you and help regulate your buoyancy under water so you're actually diving and not just crawling under water.

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