Diving in the Azores

With the Tall Ship Santa Maria Manuela we are going on a very unique diving holiday around the Azores. Diving in the Azores is a journey in the middle of fauna and Flora. All the diving equipment and professional guidance is provided. Beginners and the more experienced divers will have an amazing experience during this diving holiday. We sail with Tall ship Santa Maria Manuela from one beautiful bay to the other. We drop the anchor and dive!

In 2018, National Geographic worked with the Ocean Azul and Waitt Foundations for a month to dive aboard the tall ship Santa Maria Manuela. 617 dives were launched in the Azores archipelago in the name of science and preservation. The National Geographic documentary that resulted from it showed the world how amazing the waters are around the Azores. In 2019 we will dive some of the best locations of this expedition around Faial, Flores and Corvo Islands. All with local knowledge of the best locations in specific swell and weather conditions.

schedule

Horta

We start our journey in Horta, Azores. The town on the island of Faial. Horta is primarily known as a stopover for the large crossing. For us it is not a stopover but the start of our beautiful island tour around the Azores.

Flores

The Portuguese Ilha das Flores is a very beautiful island. It is one of the least discovered islands in Europe. It is incredibly beautiful and not at all touristy! Ideal for those seeking tranquility. Really phenomenal views with mountains, cliffs, crater lakes, cliffs, lots of greenery and an amazing flora.

Corvo

The highest mountain (crater rim) is Morro dos Homens and measures exactly 718 meters. Corvo was declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 2007. The island makes full use of renewable energy. The main attraction of the island is the two million year older Caldeirão crater. The bottom of this crater can be walked on. It is a medium-difficulty walk of approximately 2.5 hours. It is a beautiful and varied walk.

Princess Alice Bank

Imagine in immeasurable depths that suddenly rise to only a 35m depth. That is the Princess Alice Bank. An underwater mountain 90km south-west of the Azores. It is full of life. This is really a highlight for many diving enthusiasts.

The route depends on weather and wind. The captain has the final say and reserves the right to change the schedule.

practical information

You are welcome aboard Friday evening and disembark the following Friday morning.

€ 1,350 per person

INCLUDING

• 7 nights on board the tall ship Santa Maria Manuela
• all meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner, richly served by our professional chef
• coffee, tea, juice, water

EXCLUSIVE

• Travel and cancellation insurance
• personal expenses
• alcoholic drinks, available on board at current prices
• transport to and from the ship

HOW DO I GET IN HORTA, Azores?

We are happy to help you find the best connection. We can offer this as 1 package or you can also book it yourself. Let us know in time.

The Tall Ship Santa Maria Manuela is a four-mast sailing ship built in 1937. This sailingship has a rich history as a cod fishing vessel and sailed mainly in the northern Atlantic ocean. Today you can sail on a cruise in modern comfort. The ship has been thoroughly restored in 2010 thanks to its new owner, the Portuguese group Grupo Jerónimo Martins. With a capacity of up to 50 guests, the sailing ship offers wonderful sailing trips worldwide.