Pico Sport
Rua Padre Xavier Madruga, Lajes do Pico, Azores, PRT
Sobre o Centro
Pico Sport, con sede en Lajes do Pico, Portugal, es un centro de buceo y deportes acuáticos con 33 años de experiencia, certificado por SSI y TDI. Ofrecen una amplia gama de actividades, desde snorkel hasta buceo técnico, incluyendo buceo de barco y buceos guiados. Las instalaciones cuentan con vestuarios, bar, alojamiento, alquiler de equipos y una tienda de buceo, además de llenado de aire con nitrox.
El centro destaca por sus excursiones de avistamiento de ballenas y delfines, con una tasa de éxito del 98% y guiadas por biólogos marinos. Las inmersiones en el monte submarino Princess Alice son una experiencia destacada, ofreciendo la oportunidad de encontrarse con grandes bancos de rayas mobula, barracudas y peces pelágicos, con acceso rápido y cómodo en un catamarán especializado.
Pico Sport también organiza expediciones especializadas como la 'Shark Week' para los amantes de los tiburones, buscando tiburones azules, mako y martillo, así como otros grandes pelágicos. La 'Season of the Giants' en primavera se centra en la migración de las ballenas más grandes, incluyendo ballenas azules, rorcuales comunes y rorcuales boreales. La empresa tiene una larga trayectoria de colaboración con equipos de filmación y científicos internacionales.
Con 33 años de experiencia bajo la dirección de Frank Wirth, Pico Sport se ha consolidado como un destino principal para aventuras oceánicas en las Azores. Su base se encuentra en Madalena, cerca del aeropuerto y la terminal de ferris, y ofrecen servicios adicionales como alquiler de coches y scooters, brindando una experiencia completa a los visitantes de la isla de Pico.
Cursos Disponíveis
5 cursosWhale & Dolphin Watching — Catamaran
Embark on an extraordinary journey with Pico Island Adventures' Whale & Dolphin Watching Excursion, departing from the picturesque Madalena harbor. This tour boasts an impressive 98% sighting success rate, offering an…
Princess Alice Snorkeling
Embark on an extraordinary dive trip to Princess Alice Bank with Pico Island Adventures, a renowned dive center operating out of Pico Island. This specialized day trip is meticulously crafted for experienced divers eager…
Season of the Giants
Embark on an extraordinary marine wildlife adventure with Pico Island Adventures' "Season of the Giants" package, a unique opportunity to witness the ocean's largest inhabitants. This program is specifically designed for…
Snorkeling with Mobula Day Trip
**Snorkeling with Mobula Day Trip** at Pico Island Adventures offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness the majestic mobula rays in their natural habitat. This specialized excursion takes you to the renowned Princess…
Sharkweek
Pico Island Adventures offers a unique 'Sharkweek' specialty course designed for dedicated shark enthusiasts, providing an unparalleled opportunity to encounter these apex predators in their natural habitat. This…
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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.