Rabo de Peixe: Cave Boat Tour on The North Coast

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Activity provider:
Azores Boat Adventures
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Rabo de Peixe: Cave Boat Tour on The North Coast
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Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
24 reviews

Explore the north coast of São Miguel Island and its untouched natural beauty on a boat tour from Rabo de Peixe. Journey through caves, deserted beaches, waterfalls, and landscapes full of stories.

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Duration 3 hours
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English, Portuguese, Spanish
Small group
Limited to 7 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Kyle – United States

What a fantastic experience, small boat that got us closer to the caves and even inside a few. The guides were fun and infirmat7ve and made the trip special. I would recommend and wiki take friends on my return to the Azores.

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5 out of 5 stars
S
Sascha – Germany

We were very happy with our overall experience. Our guides were very nice and knowledgeable. In addition to information about the island and coast they gave us recommendations on where to eat. They made us feel very comfortable on board. We also saw some dolphins which was a great bonus. Definitely recommend!

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Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the unparalleled scenery of São Miguel island on a boat tour
  • Explore two of Portugal's top surfing beaches, Santa Bárbara and Monte Verde
  • Admire mesmerizing caves sculpted by volcanoes, passing by Ribeirinha Lighthouse
  • Swim and snorkel at the Moinhos Beach in Porto Formoso and a deserted beach
  • Discover the marine biodiversity that the North Coast of the island has to offer

Full description

Embark on a boat tour of the Azores departing from Rabo de Peixe's port. Head to your first spot to see two of the best surfing beaches in Portugal, Santa Bárbara Beach and Monte Verde Beach.

Marvel at a wide view of the entire city of Ribeira Grande and the beautiful green mountains. Next, see fantastic caves sculpted by volcanoes, the Lighthouse of Ribeirinha, and the old abandoned port of Santa Iria.

Continue to a hidden beach that is only visited by surfers passionate about the sport, followed by Moinhos Beach in Porto Formoso. Sit back and soak in views of your surroundings, or go swimming or snorkeling in the clear waters.

Includes

  • Boat tour
  • Safety instructions
  • Life jacket
  • Cookies
  • Bottle of water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the Clube Naval de Rabo de Peixe.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Nudity
Likely to sell out

From $88 per person

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Overall rating

4.8 /5
4.8 out of 5 stars

based on 24 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Kyle – United StatesJuly 2, 2025 – Verified booking
What a fantastic experience, small boat that got us closer to the caves and even inside a few. The guides were fun and infirmat7ve and made the trip special. I would recommend and wiki take friends on my return to the Azores.
5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Sascha – GermanyAugust 2, 2024 – Verified booking
We were very happy with our overall experience. Our guides were very nice and knowledgeable. In addition to information about the island and coast they gave us recommendations on where to eat. They made us feel very comfortable on board. We also saw some dolphins which was a great bonus. Definitely recommend!
5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Mary – United StatesJuly 25, 2024 – Verified booking
My husband and I went on this experience during our hineymoon - we live in Maine, USA. Tomás was our guide - he is so fun, kind, and knowledgeable! This was a very cool experience and I highly recommend! It was a nice balance of relaxing and also immersive in the local fishing town of Rabo de Peixe (pronounced “ha-bo da pie-sh” - you’re welcome!). Saw really interesting sights, had a snack, got some local recommendations and Tomás shared his personal cell and welcomed us to reach out if we have questions on anything during our trip!

Product ID: 561505

Activity provider:
Azores Boat Adventures

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