Coasteering Adventures with Azorean Active Blueberry in Caloura
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Recommended for those with good swimming ability and moderate fitness due to swimming, climbing, and jumping demands.
Overview
Dive into the Azores’ volcanic coastline with Azorean Active Blueberry’s coasteering adventure in Caloura. Swim, climb, and jump your way through basalt cliffs and ocean currents on this family-friendly, adrenaline-packed trip.
Coasteering
Explore the coastline of a volcanic island! | 3 hours | Easy/Medium | Ages 5+
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About This Adventure
Embark on an exhilarating coasteering adventure along a stunning volcanic coastline! Perfect for ages 5 and up, this unique experience combines swimming, climbing, and cliff jumping, offering breathtaking views and thrilling challenges. Discover the island's hidden landscapes while enjoying the refreshing sea currents in a safe and guided environment.
The perfect water party: explore the coastline of a volcanic island!
Minimum age: 5 years old.
Suitable for everyone with a normal health situation and more than 5 years old (pregnancy is not accepted).
Duration
3 Hours
Coasteering Experience
Coasteering is an exploration along the coast through the rocks and the sea! When we do coasteering, we combine swimming, climbing and jumping. Coasteering is perfect to discover new landscapes and perspectives of the island! Enter this adventure so you can have fun with the currents of the sea and test your limits, jumping from cliffs into the water!
Trip includes:
High quality standard safety equipment, licenses, personal insurance, light snack (energy bar and water), qualified guides, photo and video service.
Safety Equipment: Neoprene wetsuit and socks, top canyoning shoes, helmet, harness and group safety equipment.
The tour will depend on water levels and weather conditions.
Need Transportation?
We offer pick-up to the following places for this experience: Ponta Delgada - City Center, near Tourism Post Office If you want to be picked up in any other place, please contact for more info.
Adventure Tips
Wear sturdy water shoes
Opt for shoes with good grip to navigate slippery volcanic rocks safely.
Listen closely to guide instructions
Follow all safety briefings carefully to handle tricky cliff jumps and currents.
Bring a waterproof camera
Capture underwater moments and cliff jumps while keeping your gear safe from splashes.
Sun protection is a must
Apply reef-safe sunscreen and consider long-sleeve swimwear to guard against strong summer rays.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Atlantic limpets clinging to rocks
- Commonly seen gull species like the Azorean Yellow-legged Gull
History
The volcanic formations along Caloura’s coast formed over 200,000 years ago during São Miguel’s most recent eruptive phases, shaping a striking landscape used for centuries by local fishermen.
Conservation
Azorean Active Blueberry emphasizes leave-no-trace principles and uses reef-safe sunscreens to minimize environmental impact on the delicate marine habitat.
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Adventure Hotspots in Ponta Delgada
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler Atlantic water throughout the year.
Water shoes
Protects feet on sharp volcanic rocks and provides grip on slippery surfaces.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin from UV while preserving marine ecosystems.
summer specific
Waterproof camera
Ideal for capturing dynamic moments without risking gear damage.