San Miguel: Boat Tour – Elephant Rock & Arches of Capelas

Discover the unique beauty of the geological formations on the coast of São Miguel on a quick and safe boat trip from the picturesque fishing village of Rabo de Peixe. Sail towards the fascinating Vila das Capelas, where you can explore the impressive Buraco de São Pedro and the Morro das Capelas geosite, a cone of tuffs formed by a submarine eruption, similar to the islet of Vila Franca do Campo. Relive the history of the whaling industry in Capelas, with a visit to the historic sites that testify to the activity's prosperous past and explore the coastal arches and caves. Take a break to swim in the blue waters of the bay and enjoy the stunning scenery of this historic village. Sailing through the open sea with the majestic island as a backdrop. This is a unique experience you won't want to miss!

1. 1

   Rabo de Peixe

   15 min

   Meeting Point & Initial Briefing: Before embarking on this adventure, our guides will provide a comprehensive briefing on the activity, including safety instructions and an overview of the itinerary. Approximate departure time: 09:30

2. 2

   Sao Vicente Ferreira

   15 min

   After the briefing, we set off towards the historic village of Capelas, where its coast presents fascinating geological formations, such as Buraco de São Pedro and the Morro das Capelas geosite, a cone of tuffs formed by a submarine eruption, where we can observe arches and coastal caves.

3. 3

   Capelas

   30 min

   Pause at the small gate of the chapels to dive into the blue waters of the bay and enjoy the stunning landscape of this historic village. Relive the history of the whaling industry in Capelas, with a visit to the historical sites that testify to the prosperous past of this activity.

4. 4

   Praia do Areal de Santa Barbara

   30 min

   We will cross the open sea to the beaches of Ribeira Grande. This is the time to contemplate the island and marine life from a unique perspective. Close to the city, we will pass by the famous beaches of Monte Verde and Santa Bárbara, where we will identify the most recent geological phenomena and the history of these areas.

5. 5

   Rabo de Peixe

   30 min

   The return will be along the coastline, passing by the Santana promontory and its hidden beach. Upon returning to the village of Rabo de Peixe, we will do a debriefing and help you return safely and comfortably.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.