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Azores · Freediving Tourism

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Azores · Freediving Tourism

The Azores Islands provide blue shark freediving, Atlantic wilderness exposure, and volcanic underwater landscapes. Experiences include freediving with blue sharks, visiting Princess Alice Bank offshore, manta ray encounters, deep water freediving training, island hopping, whale watching, volcanic hot springs, and cultural immersion in Portuguese traditions. Known for a pelagic highway and sustainable tourism approach.

Destination Overview

The Azores Islands provide blue shark freediving, Atlantic wilderness exposure, and volcanic underwater landscapes. Experiences include freediving with blue sharks, visiting Princess Alice Bank offshore, manta ray encounters, deep water freediving training, island hopping, whale watching, volcanic hot springs, and cultural immersion in Portuguese traditions. Known for a pelagic highway and sustainable tourism approach.

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Best season
Summer
Difficulty
7
Region
Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

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green grass near lake during daytime

Photo by Anne Zwickermann

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Passing through The Azores

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Photo by Mayte Garcia Llorente

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Photo by Damir Babacic

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Breathtaking view of Azores' coastline with lush hills and blue ocean waters under a cloudy sky.

Photo by Gabriela Mendes

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Serene ocean view with cliffs and wind turbines in Açores under a vibrant sky.

Photo by Kyla Rose Rockola

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