The 4 Best Pico Tours

1.Pico Island: Whale Watching Experience from Lajes do Pico

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 723 reviews · 3 hours · from $82Our pick

3-hour Pico Island whale watching by zodiac from Lajes do Pico, guided by marine biologists, respectful wildlife viewing, sea breeze.

“Awesome experience! We were able to see two different species of dolphins, many birds and even a sperm whale! The guide was great and gave us a briefing on the different animals we could possibly see before the beginning of the trip. I also love how the team respects the wildlife giving them space and informing the clients how to be mindful of their needs. I recommend it!”

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2.Pico Island: Azores Whale & Dolphin Watching on Zodiac Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 408 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $53Best value

2.5-hour Zodiac tour from Lajes do Pico to spot dolphins, turtles, and whales, with a guide and waterproof gear.

“Good, we saw more dolphins and whales than expected! The boat had some great speed in the waves wich made it already a cool experience.”

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3.Pico Mountain Climb: Your Path to Portugal’s Highest Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 204 reviews · 8 hours · from $100Top rated

Guided 8-hour climb to Pico’s 2351m summit in the Azores, with certified help, volcanic terrain, and big panoramic views.

“Loved the experience. Steffi (our guide) had great people skills. not to mention she was multilingual catering to various walks of life. This was an amazing experience overall and I recommend the climb to any adventurous soul seeking a challenge.”

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4.Pico Mountain: Climb the Highest Point of Portugal 2351m

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 187 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $90

Guided hike to Pico Mountain’s 2351m summit in the Azores from Casa da Montanha, with walking poles, photos, and a challenging volcanic trail.

“Good challenging hike and stunning views. We started before sunrise, so it was not hot to go up and not so hot to come back. There was a cave on the way back which would be nice to explore without rushing down too fast :)”

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