Depart from the Marina de Vila Franca do Campo, starting with a short briefing introducing the islet’s geology and wildlife, and boat safety. Follow the guide and skipper to your designated boat and sit comfortably to travel by sea to the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo.

Enjoy a boat exploration to admire the volcanic marvel, its extraordinary geological features, the seasonal highlights of marine life, and local stories with an enchanting narrative while circling the Ilhéu de Vila Franca.

Learn about the volcanic activity's significance in the island's history and the Atlantic. A relic of an oceanic volcanic cone, and a marine sanctuary teeming with wildlife, from birds and fish to lightfoot crabs, especially from fall to spring!