discover unique beauty of capelinhos volcano
PURE ADVENTURE AZORES is the only company on the Faial island to offer the original boat trips, called “Capelinhos Ocean Tours”. Being a partner of the Natural Park of the Azores, we want to share with you the unique beauty of our island and the Capelinhos volcano. During the cruise, you can appreciate the island from the Atlantic Ocean, with a bit of luck meet the sea animals and, above all, see how beautiful and impressive is the Capelinhos volcano. The volcano looks completely different from the ocean side.
The volcano formed in 1957 is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the entire Azores due to the uniqueness of its picturesque beauty, with a very recent and almost pristine origin. During our trip you have the opportunity to take a close look at this amazing creation from the side inaccessible from the mainland.
We offer day cruises [in proper weather]. Currently, it is one cruise per day. In the afternoon.
The cruise continues 2-2,5 hours from Horta [depending on the condition of the ocean].
Maximum number of passengers: 20
by Eugénio Castro
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tickets
In season 2020 tickets are available at:
During the day - in Horta in our ticket shop - [daily from 11 am] - on Av. 25 de Abril street, near in Marina Horta near pontoon „C” and cafe “MARINA BAR ESPLANADA” ;
30 minutes before departure - in Marina Horta on Praça Infante Dom Henrique street, near the "MARINA BAR ESPLANADA" cafe and "C" entrance to the marina [please call to confirm];
HORTA
Ticket shop in Horta. We are near marina, pontoon “C” and “MARINA BAR ESPLANADA” cafe. We are open during the day from 11:00 am.
tel. + 351 918 268 479 [PT & EN]
tel. + 351 963 176 660 [EN]
e-mail: hello@capelinhosoceantours.com
WE ACCEPT DEBIT CARDS HERE
Marina HORTA
Before 30 minutes before departure tickets can be purchased in Marina in Horta, near cafe “MARINA BAR ESPLANADA” and entry to the pontoon “C” [downstairs].
[Please call to confirm].
tel. + 351 918 268 479 [PT & EN]
tel. + 351 963 176 660 [EN]
e-mail: hello@capelinhosoceantours.com
WE ACCEPT DEBIT CARDS HERE
Routs, schedules and prices
Because of the low and high season and various weather and ocean conditions, we have got different types of trips.
Please check it under.
Who can enjoy our trips
Anyone who would like to see the unique beauty of the youngest volcano in Europe. This is an opportunity to see the volcano from the ocean side.
However, keep in mind that the sea is never totally calm, so it will not be suitable for young children and are not recommended for pregnant women.
Persons under 18 must be looked after by adults.
by Eduardo Freitas
What to bring?
Comfortable clothes, sunglasses and sunscreen. We recommend wearing longer shorts and suggest to take raincoats or windstoppers. Cold drinks can be purchased before your trip in bars/restaurants in Varadouro or Horta .
In the Atlantic Ocean, the weather can be changeable and unpredictable. Therefore, we suggest, that you do not delay with the decision to go for a boat trip to the last days of your stay in the Azores, as it may not take place due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Attention!
Since it’s boat cruise, we are not responsible for any damages caused to electronic devices like mobile phones, cameras etc.
Safety
Dear customers, we do not operate on days when bad weather and bad conditions of the sea are.
Your safety is priority for us.
WHAT ELSE YOU CAN DO IN VARADOURO
Varadouro is located near the zone of the natural park of the island of Faial.
In Varadouro you will find beautiful views and natural pools [also for children]. You can take a bath there and spend a relaxing time while enjoying the proximity of the ocean.
Here is a nice campsite and small bar and also restaurant.
You can also take a walk on natural road along the ocean to the Capelinhos volcano. The route is approx. 6 km long. There, you can visit Casa dos Botes [Whale boats museum], which is located near Porto do Comprido.
Then you can see volcano from the mainland [it’s forbidden to climb the volcano] and visit the underground museum – The Interpretation Center of Capelinhos Volcano.
See you in Varadouro :).
Wi-Fi
Available soon.
Parking
There’s free parking nearby the natural pools [Varadouro]. After trip you can enjoy a swim there.
Toilets
Our boat doesn’t have toilet. You can use the public toilet before the cruise.
CONTACT US
We hope that you’ll fall in love with Capelinhos volcano like we did :).
Feel free to contact us. We appreciate your feedback or suggestions about our Capelinhos Ocean Boat trips. Please complete the form below.
Thank you :).
What our cLIENTS say about us
Just fun!
“It was an amazing experience, love every minute.
We went close to the coast and into bays, just beautiful.”
Date of experience: June 2019
Don’t miss this!
“What a fantastic experience! This is a must do if you visit Faial. I traveled with people who usually don't do well on boats and they did great. I always wondered what it looked like from the ocean. the guides had lots of interesting information and we even saw dolphins. So amazing, can't wait to do it again. Bring a jacket, gets chilly on the way back.”
Date of experience: July 2019
Family trip.
“An amazing experience. I really recomend this boat tour, beautiful landscape, great and clear information.”
Date of experience: July 2019
Amazing Trip!
“Definitely a trip to repeat! Very nice boat, friendly crew and a super interesting tour through Faial coast and Vulcão dos Capelinhos. The boat trip shows a completely different perspective of Faial and of Vulcão dos Capelinhos, showing its magnitude and beauty! Congratulations Capelinhos Ocean Tours!”
Date of experience: June 2019