SOUTH COASTEEERING
Sunny south coast of Santa Maria is set for this experience starting very close to the island’s wind park and ending right by the Marina. Get ready for learning about the rich intertidal fauna, visit two beautiful caves and get to jump a lot, according, of course, to your level of confidence and willingness.
HIGHLIGHTS
- The experience starts at Pedreira do Campo, natural monument where an old quarry front with about 260 metres of length presents underwater volcanic rocks and marine sediments fossils. This is where you’ll change into a neoprene suit and amphibious boots and gear up to start;
- You’ll descend to sea level on an easy walking trail;
- When reaching the sea you’ll start coasteering, a thrilling combination of swimming, cliff jumping and rock climbing, allowing you to explore the coastline from a completely different perspective;
- Observe the rich intertidal sea fauna of the island as you go by multiple natural pools;
- Using lamps, visit two major caves – one of them with different entrance and exit;
- Finish off at Praia do Calhau and relax on our beautiful marina;
- An awesome local guide
- Pick-up and drop-off within Vila do Porto
- All necessary equipment: helmet, neoprene suit, floating vest, boots and gloves
- Water and cereal bar
- Pictures and videos of the activity
- Great memories to take home
- Lunch or any other food on the way;
- Pick-up and drop-off outside Vila. But add in on the note if you need it so we can add up to your reservation
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable swimsuit - something that will feel nice under neoprene suit
- Towel
- Start time will be set according to tide times to take advantage of low tide. We can assure It will start not earlier than 08 AM and surely end before 8PM
- Activity starts and ends in different location. Your personal belongings will rest in the car and will be waiting for you at the end location, as well as your dry clothes and towel
- Minimum age for this activity is 12 years old;
- Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by their parents
- Knowing how to swim is mandatory, although neoprene suit and floating vest ensure you'll are always above water
- This activity is not advisable for pregnant women
- You need some physical fitness for this experience. If you are able to power walk for at least 30 minutes, you should have the necessary endurance
- We strongly advise you to not bring any camera so you'll have full attention on the experience. We'll make sure to record this and send you later on
BASE PRICE
DURATION
per person €85*
5 to 6 HOURS
* price may vary according to number of people and time of year.