The Whale Watching program Giants of the Sea is the ideal holiday for those who wish to have close encounters with the biggest of all animals, and for those who really like unspoilt nature and wildlife. It is also very educational (and a lot of fun) for students and teachers of scientific disciplines.

If all you want is a two-week break sunbathing and doing nothing (and there is nothing wrong with that), this may not be the right holiday for you. However, if you have a bit of an adventurous spirit and a love for the ocean, then please join us and, along with the whales, we will make your holiday simply unforgettable. The Azores are on the migration routes of the baleen whales (Mysticetes).
Spring is the best time to see the baleen whales as they migrate past the Azores. However, this time is not as warm as the summer so please come prepared for cooler conditions.

We operate using 7.5 m long semi-rigid inflatable boats. Due to their sea-going qualities, safety excellence and low acoustic impact on the environment these boats are the most commonly used for Whale Watching in the Azores. We precede each trip with a briefing to help you appreciate and understand more about what you will see and experience. Furthermore, we also carry a hydrophone on board so that you can listen as well as observe the enter the wonderful world that the whales and dolphins inhabit.

A two-week stay in spring will provide you with far more potential time at sea than just one week, and therefore greater opportunities to encounter the whales. Last but not least, you will also have time to discover the beauties of Pico as well as the nearby island of Faial.

Our briefings and evening lectures provide a unique opportunity to learn about whales and dolphins in more depth. Aspects of their behaviour will be discussed as well as how to identify the animals at sea. These educational aspects are an integral part of the holiday and will greatly enhance your overall experience. We also hope that they will help to make other people understand how crucial it is to protect our whale and dolphin friends.