Lying in the middle of the mystical Atlantic Ocean, the wonderful Azores islands are a permanent home or point of passage for more than a third of the entire world’s whale and dolphin species.
Dive into this lifetime adventure with ancestral creatures where science and emotion come together at their highest level!
This may be the best place on earth to observe these magnificent animals.

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World-class operator

We are internationally certified by WCA as a Responsible Whale Watching operator and are globally renown for defining the standards for this activity.

98% sighting chances

We don’t stop at a 98% sighting success rate. Additional tours will be offered until you see a cetacean

A marine wildlife oasis

Raised from the deepest waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the Azores is the home of big families of Sperm Whales and three dolphin species!

Jaw-dropping moments

Experience face-to-face encounters with astonishing creatures from the deepest waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Best fleet in the Azores

Experience a once in a lifetime adventure at high speed in our Zodiac boats or great visibility and comfort on our stable catamarans.

Face-to-face encounters with astonashing creatures

Big blue whales, jumping bottlenose dolphins, or breaching humpback whales, each day brings a new surprise and nature is very generous here!

Mysterious underwater world explained

Get to know every detail about the incredible marine wildlife and their hidden secrets thanks to our team of knowledgeable and qualified marine biologists.

Leaders in Whale Watching

1st Whale Watching Company in São Miguel (1990) and largest tour operator in the Azores.

Marine Biologist Guides

95% of our sea tour crew are marine biologists actively involved in scientific research.

Free Cancellations

You’ll receive a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hours in advance

Multicultural Team

Our guides speak several languages, including English, Spanish, French and German.

Investigating the Atlantic for 30 Years

With over 21.000+ cetacean sighting records, we collaborate in investigations for 20+ international universities

What people think about

4.8

5626 reviews

Devin Bhatia 23/09/2026

Excellent time! We saw beautiful views of the island, many dolphins, and an amazing whale. The… Read more

IrmaJW Shave 23/09/2026

(Translated by Google) What an awesome tour this was! We saw several dolphins and whales. And… Read more

Jan Holmberg 23/09/2026

(Translated by Google) We got to see sperm whales so it was nice (Original) Vi fick se Kaskeloter… Read more

Sarx Bel 22/09/2026

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Futurismo! The whale and dolphin watching trip was… Read more

Sabrine Petrie 22/09/2026

(Translated by Google) Wonderful trip! Saw a blue whale (very exceptional in September), dolphins,… Read more

Helen Drawbridge 22/09/2026

Very friendly and knowledgeable crew. Took us out a long way to see a female sperm whale and her… Read more

simons ben 22/09/2026

(Translated by Google) Very skilled and enthusiastic guide! Great attention to the well-being of… Read more

Andrew Newbigging 21/09/2026

Helpful staff, nice boat, ran on time. Wet, wavy and no whales but plenty of dolphins and beautiful… Read more

Jamie Crosswell 21/09/2026

An amazing trip! The tour guide was so friendly, helpful and knowledgable. We managed to see so… Read more

Léo Vicente 20/09/2026

Amazing experience with Futurismo! We were lucky enough to see dolphins, which was absolutely… Read more

Marina Galañena 20/09/2026

(Translated by Google) An absolutely magical and unforgettable experience! We were lucky enough to… (Translated by Google) An absolutely magical and unforgettable experience! We were lucky enough to go on a catamaran trip to see dolphins around São Miguel, and we loved it. Seeing these magnificent animals in their natural environment was truly exceptional. The crew was very friendly, professional, and attentive, providing plenty of information throughout the excursion. We particularly appreciated their respectful approach to the animals and the fact that the experience was primarily about discovering marine wildlife. The catamaran was very comfortable, and we were also able to fully enjoy the scenery and the beauty of the ocean. We were accompanied by our 6-month-old baby, and everything went very smoothly. The crew was attentive, and we felt comfortable throughout the entire trip. We 100% recommend this activity if you're visiting São Miguel! A wonderful way to discover the island from a different perspective and leave with incredible memories. (Original) Une expérience absolument magique et inoubliable ! Nous avons eu la chance de partir en catamaran à la découverte des dauphins autour de São Miguel et nous avons adoré cette sortie. Voir ces magnifiques animaux évoluer dans leur environnement naturel était un moment vraiment exceptionnel. L’équipage était très sympathique, professionnel et à l’écoute, avec de nombreuses explications tout au long de l’excursion. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié l’approche respectueuse des animaux et le fait que l’expérience reste avant tout une découverte de la faune marine. Le catamaran était très agréable et nous avons également pu profiter pleinement des paysages et de la beauté de l’océan. Nous étions accompagnés de notre bébé de 6 mois et tout s’est très bien passé. L’équipage a été attentionné et nous nous sommes sentis à l’aise pendant toute la sortie. Une activité que nous recommandons à 100 % si vous êtes de passage à São Miguel ! Une très belle façon de découvrir l’île autrement et de repartir avec des souvenirs incroyables. Read more

Mascha Schreurs 20/09/2026

(Translated by Google) We saw 2 types of whales and 2 types of dolphins. It was a super trip. They… Read more

Jennifer Rausch 19/09/2026

The staff was amazing. Waters were rough. We loved it - others in the group got sick. The staff was… Read more

Kuhhorn Carooo 19/09/2026

The team on Pico is just great, we had an amazing experience! Lynn, the guide, she is extremely… Read more

Patrícia Romeiro 19/09/2026

(Translated by Google) It was an incredible experience! We had the opportunity to see Atlantic… Read more

longgrey R 18/09/2026

(Translated by Google) Fantastic trip of over 3 hours. Saw a great many dolphins and a family of… Read more

J. K. 18/09/2026

(Translated by Google) We were absolutely thrilled with Futurismo! We booked two tours in total –… Read more

J Khiroun 18/09/2026

Fun experience on the zodiac. Saw lots of dolphins. No whales. It wasn't their season I'm guess. It… Read more

Harald Buck 17/09/2026

(Translated by Google) A fantastic whale and dolphin watching tour. The group size was manageable,… Read more

Alexander Pichler 17/09/2026

(Translated by Google) The staff were very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, we didn't see any… Read more

What people think about

more than 15.000 reviews

The whale watch was beyond our expectations. The boat was fast and stable, the crew helpful, friendly, and professional. We saw over a dozen of sperm whales, a pair of fin whales, and a blue whale.

We also did a really excellent walking tour of Ponta Delgada and two excellent jeep tours. All were excellent and were well worth the time and the price. Futurismo delivered 110%.

Richard, USA

Plan your visit

FREQUENT ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the best season to do Whale Watching in the Azores?

All year-round, we have sperm whales and several dolphin species. If you want to see the biggest whales in the world, the best season for whale and dolphin watching in the Azores is Springtime – March to June.
During this time of the year, baleen whales are migrating and passing by our waters. Thus, it is possible to see blue whales, fin whales, and sei whales among others.
The summertime is also ideal to spot pilot whales, beaked whales, or spotted dolphins for example.

How do you locate the whales and dolphins in the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean?

Futurismo has more lookouts than any other tour operator in the Azores so we always know where the animals are. Lookouts are people on the coast looking for cetaceans with binoculars.
Apart from this ancestral method, we can locate the whales and dolphins based on acoustic data thanks to our directional hydrophone which will allow us to hear and record sounds emitted by cetaceans audible to the human ear.

I travel with children and elders, is this activity indicated for familes?

The catamarans are recommended for elders and children under 6 years.

What to wear on a Whale Watching tour?

You can wear comfortable light clothes with a vest in the summertime, and a warmer coat and waterproof raincoat for the wintertime.

Is there anything I need to bring with me for this tour?

Please check the “What to bring” section on each tour program. There you’ll find all the recommendations we have for you, specifically for that program.

What airlines fly to Sao Miguel, Azores?

Flying to São Miguel Island is quite easy and a good deal! There are low-cost companies such as Ryanair offering trips all year round. The easiest way to come, besides direct international flights, is through Lisbon (2h flight) and Porto (2h30 flight). Check the Getting Here page to learn more.

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Quick Facts

ABOUT SÃO MIGUEL ISLAND

Language

The native language is the Portuguese, although the accent differs from between islands according to the cultural roots of the first settlers on the island.

The Azoreans easily master the English, French and German.

Currency

The currency unit is the EURO (€).

Only banking institutions exchange money, which are open from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

The visitor can use credit cards, usually with the establishments that accept them affixed stickers that indicate it.

Transportation

Air: All the islands of the Azores are connected by air, through the operator Sata Regional – Air Açores.

Sea: Maritime connections between all the islands are provided from May to October by the shipping company Atlânticoline, and the islands of Faial, Pico and São Jorge have connections throughout the year by Transmaçor and Expresso do Triângulo.

Land: On all islands there is a network of bus, taxi and rent-a-car services.