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Diving Holidays in The Azores (Sao Miguel), Portugal

The Azores islands, influenced by the warm Gulf Stream, attract large pelagic species, while their underwater features like arches and caves provide a home for tropical fish and great photo opportunities. From May to October, you can spot various whales, dolphins, and turtles from the surface and sometimes even hear them while diving.

São Miguel, the largest island in the Azores, is easily accessible with its international airport. There are good dive centres on the south coast, with "Kitchen" being the closest dive site, offering a gentle introduction to Azorean diving with its volcanic landscape and diverse marine life.

Near the village of Caloura, the "Galera" dive site showcases volcanic formations with walls and caves, providing habitat for various marine species like grouper and barracuda. Another popular site is the wreck of MV Dori near Ponta Delgada, offering opportunities to explore and observe marine life like crabs and octopus.

Formigas Reef, located around 20 nautical miles from São Miguel, is a popular spot for encountering rays and sharks but requires a longer boat trip. Dive operators also offer diving trips with blue sharks at seamounts, providing a chance to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Some species, like sperm whales, are present year-round, while others, like baleen whales, migrate through the archipelago in spring. The best way to observe them is through organized whale and dolphin-watching tours.

The best months for diving in The Azores are July, August, September and October.

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PADI Open Water E-Learning Course (Incl. E Learning)

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Diving - Daily 2 Tanks Boat Dives (tanks weights and air only)

Duration: 2 day

Get out to the best local dive sites by boat

£65

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PADI Advanced Course (Incl. E Learning)

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Take your diving to the next level. Choose 5 specialty dives. Be a better and safer diver

£217

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