Pico Sport
Rua Padre Xavier Madruga, Lajes do Pico, Azores, PRT
Over het Centrum
Pico Sport, located in Lajes do Pico, Portugal, is a dive center boasting a robust 33-year history in maritime and tourism operations. Certified by SSI and TDI, it provides a comprehensive range of courses, including Snorkeling and Boat Diving, catering to all skill levels. The center is distinguished by its fleet, particularly its high-speed catamaran, which ensures swift access to iconic sites like the Princess Alice seamount.
Pico Sport's facilities encompass accommodation, equipment rental, a dive shop, air fills (including nitrox), and lockers. It also features a bar, perfect for relaxing after a dive or excursion. Their boat fleet, including a state-of-the-art catamaran, is designed for comfort and efficiency when traveling to remote dive spots and for marine wildlife viewing.
The center specializes in unique ocean adventures, such as dives at Princess Alice Bank, where divers can encounter large schools of Mobula rays, Barracuda, Tuna, and pelagic fish. It also offers whale and dolphin watching tours, boasting a 98% sighting success rate for species like Sperm Whales and Dolphins. Their offerings extend to thrilling shark diving expeditions, including Blue, Mako, and Hammerhead sharks, as well as seasonal opportunities for encounters with giant whales during their migration.
Pico Sport has also been a go-to for film production teams and scientific expeditions, collaborating with international crews for over 26 years. With an operational base strategically situated in Madalena, close to Pico Airport and the ferry terminal, the center promises an unforgettable Azorean ocean experience, supported by a professional team fluent in English and German.
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Whale and dolphin watching is possible year-round, with specific species like Blue, Fin, and Sei whales being seasonal guests during their spring migration (February to June). Sperm whales are residents year-round.
Princess Alice Bank is famous for large schools of mobula rays, pelagic fish like barracudas and tuna, and potentially whale sharks during late summer (mid-August to end of September).
No license is required for snorkeling or whale and dolphin watching excursions. These activities are designed for a broad audience to experience the ocean's wonders.
The Megalodon Project is an initiative by Pico Island Adventures and scientific partners to raise awareness and collect evidence for marine conservation, aiming to protect species and create marine reserves through scientific research and advocacy.
The "Season of the Giants" package typically includes accommodation, multiple whale and dolphin watching excursions, island tours, hikes, and visits to cultural and natural sites on Pico and Faial.
Safety is paramount. Divers undergo a briefing and are often required to dive with the center for at least one day prior to shark dives to assess their comfort and skills in Atlantic waters. The team follows guidelines developed with shark scientists, emphasizing safe and sustainable interactions.