Between the ocean and the land, 2026 is the perfect year to experience São Miguel through unforgettable adventures with Picos de Aventura. Discover the activities you shouldn’t miss on the Green Island. Read More
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Sightings in 2025
The year 2025 came to an end as a particularly distinctive period in terms of cetacean sightings, with a high number of whales remaining around the island well beyond the summer season. This report summarizes these observations through graphs and percentages, reflecting a complete cycle of survey effort, encounters, and behavioral patterns throughout the year. Read More
Whale Watching – Everything You Need to Know
Experience the magic of whale watching in the Azores with Picos de Aventura and discover how this activity brings together nature, science, and adventure. Read More
Autumn in São Miguel: 5 Experiences to Enjoy This Season
Discover São Miguel in the autumn: thermal waters, tea fields, unique flavors, and whale watching make this the perfect season to explore the island.
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Terceira: The Best Sea Experiences
Discover what makes the sea around Terceira Island one of the most fascinating gems in the Azores Archipelago through three must-do activities. Read More
Whale Watching: A Magical Activity in the Azores
The Azores, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, are one of the best destinations in the world for observing cetaceans in their natural habitat. Read More
Did you know that marine mammals also breast-feed?
Breast-feed is the act, from a female mammal, to feed its young with the milk that they produce. Whales and dolphins are marine mammals, which means that they also breast-feed their calves, depending directly on the milk of their mom in the first years of their lives. Read More
Flying fish in the Azores
What is it that flies but doesn't have wings? These are our unique flying fish which are often spotted during our whalewatching trips. Read More
Terceira Island: Enjoy it in autumn
Terceira Island is an authentic natural treasure in the heart of the Atlantic. Find out what you can't miss on the green island in autumn. Read More
Ribeira Grande: Discover the north side
On São Miguel Island, set off on the Ribeira Grande adventure. The north side has a lot to offer its visitors. Know what you can't miss. Read More
