OceanEye Azores
Explore the Seabed of Azores on a Glassbottom Boat Tour
See What Others Miss – Discover the Ocean Like Never Before 🌊👀
Welcome aboard OceanEye Azores – the ONLY glass-bottom boat tour in São Miguel!
Forget the typical boat tour. With us, you don’t just sail the Atlantic – you see right through it. Thanks to our exclusive glass-bottom technology, you’ll glide over vibrant underwater landscapes, watch fish swim beneath your feet, and spot hidden marine life without ever diving in.
🪸 It’s like snorkeling… but without getting wet!
Our Secret Weapon? Our Crew 🧡
Our local guides are more than just boat captains – they’re storytellers, marine lovers, and Azores superfans. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, they’ll show you the hidden sides of São Miguel with a smile (and a few fun facts you’ll want to share back home).
From the moment you step on board, you’ll feel like part of the crew – relaxed, welcomed, and in expert hands. We love what we do, and it shows in every wave we ride.
Our Experiences
Check all the Boat tours and snorkeling options we offer around the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo and the south coast of São Miguel. For everyone!
Check our Whale and Dolphin Watching tour on a Zodiac boat or Catamaran around the coast of the island. Your choice!
Check our Kayak Rentals and Tours so you feel a stronger connection to the sea and visit the natural reserve. Our kayaks are safe for the open sea (sit-on-top) so you can just enjoy.
Why choose OceanEye Azores?
✅ Exclusive glass-bottom boat – Only here, in São Miguel
✅ Unforgettable views – above and below the surface
✅ Friendly, knowledgeable local crew
✅ Family-friendly & perfect for all ages
✅ Small group experience – zero crowds, all the fun
✅ Eco-conscious and deeply respectful of marine life
A small taste of our experiences
What our guests say about our experiences
C.21/04/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Un acierto sin duda esta actividad, la inmersion estuvo genial, se ve mucha vida y la guía Erika genial, te va enseñando y explicando todo, Edmundo el capitan es encantador, nos lo pasamos genial con el hablando, nos enseño y explico toda la historia de las Azores y el Islote, increible todo, un 10! Saludos a nuestro Capitan Edmundo de los de Salamanca!! 🇵🇹🙌🙌 Christina Bulow17/04/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic Day Out – A Must-Do Experience! We had an absolutely wonderful time on the glass bottom boat tour! From the start, the hospitality and warm hosting made the whole experience feel special and personal. The staff were friendly, accommodating, and made sure everyone was comfortable and having fun. The snorkeling was simply incredible — the water was crystal clear, and we saw so many beautiful fish and marine life up close. It felt like being in another world! The guides were patient and helpful, making it an enjoyable experience for all skill levels. What made the day even better was how much our children enjoyed kayaking in the marina. This tour was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Highly recommended for families. Burel Roxane31/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nous avons passé un agréable moment. Notre guide était souriante, interessante et prévenante. Notre capitaine était chaleureux et prévenant. Les paysages étaient magnifiques. Nous avons fait une escale snorkeling, notre guide a plongé avec nous. L’ambiance était amicale et décontractée sans négliger la sécurité. Avec dégustation de vin local après l’excursion. Une super expérience que je recommande ! Ines isabel08/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gostámos muito da experiência. Fomos muitos bem recebidos pelo Capitão e pela Érica. Durante a viagem o Capitão brindou-nos com todo o seu conhecimento sobre a história da ilha e a Érica com o seu conhecimento sobre as espécies que foram aparecendo ao longo do percurso. Por fim, passamos ao snorkeling, à volta do ilhéu, que para nós foi uma ótima primeira experiência! Archit Agrawal28/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful tour! Everyone was great at their respective roles- the captain of the boat was super fun, the diving expert was really encouraging, helpful and enthusiastic while snorkeling and Erica the marine biologist is very knowledgeable and explained the details of the islet & marine life superbly. 10/10 would recommend! Patri Rofer23/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ha sido un paseo en el barco con suelo de cristal muy bonito. Hemos visto medusas, un montón de peces y los famosos cañones hundidos. Además pudimos hacer snorkel y bañarnos en los alrededores del Ilheu. Y para rematar mi hijo pudo "conducir" el barco. Nos fuimos encantados. Y además el trato y la conversación de Edmundo y Matilde fueron fabulosos. Una muy buena experiencia. Huminator31/01/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience Kind and funny personal Something about history and more Great snorkeling See lot of fish, touch a starfish and octopus Drive a boat Recommend for everyone Antje Peter20/11/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic Bootstour with snorkeling. Very good tour guides and good assistance while snorkeling. It was a great day! 🤗 Jo Je11/11/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly, well organized, relaxed João Guita10/11/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an incredible boat tour w/ snorkeling with them! Late October, for over 2.5 hours of fun, super interactive, and friendly, our many thanks to the Captain Edmundo and Nuno! Highly recommend!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Where to find us
Located at Vila Franca do Campo, the perfect starting point for boat tours in São Miguel, thanks to its prime location on the south coast – where the sea is calmer and the views of the iconic Ilhéu de Vila Franca are simply breathtaking.
Here, you’ll have easy access to marine-rich waters, unique volcanic landscapes, and magical sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean.
It’s the ideal place to set off on an unforgettable adventure!