Fees · Destination Guide
Blue-water seamounts, volcanic shore dives, and Azores harbor culture from Horta
Key fee: Offshore bank expedition (Princesa Alice and similar)
EUR (varies by operator)
Updated Dec 13, 2025 • 20 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Faial does not have a single mandatory diver tag like some reef destinations. Costs are mainly trip-based: boat dives, offshore bank expeditions, ferry tickets, and museum entries. Wildlife experiences (cetaceans, sharks) should be booked with licensed operators who follow Azores codes of conduct.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offshore bank expedition (Princesa Alice and similar) | EUR (varies by operator) per trip | Scuba divers and, on some trips, snorkelers | Book through a local dive operator in Horta |
Expect a full-day schedule with a long crossing. Offshore trips are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled for safety. |
| Whale and dolphin watching tour | EUR (varies by operator) per trip | All visitors | Book through licensed whale watching eco-operators | Operators follow regulated approach distances and time limits. Bring layers and keep a buffer day in case of cancellations. |
| Atlanticoline ferry ticket (Faial to Pico) | EUR (varies) per crossing | Island hoppers | Atlanticoline website or ticket offices | Ferry frequency changes by season. Weather can delay or cancel sailings. |
Fee
per trip
Expect a full-day schedule with a long crossing. Offshore trips are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled for safety.
per trip
Operators follow regulated approach distances and time limits. Bring layers and keep a buffer day in case of cancellations.
per crossing
Ferry frequency changes by season. Weather can delay or cancel sailings.