Water and Wind Liveaboard, Azores

Name: Water and Wind
Brand: Water and Wind
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Intimate, adventurous, and exceptional scuba diving and sailing trips around the Azores

from$433 /day

per person

Overview

Water and Wind promises a unique dive and cruise experience in the Azores in conjunction with Portugal Dive. During your week at sea, you'll enjoy sparkling new facilities, exciting sports activities every day, an adventurous and intimate setting with just eight guests, and a warm social atmosphere, ideal for getting to know others onboard. The scuba diving here is nothing short of incredible, with opportunities to spot mobula rays, whale sharks, and abundant marine life - as well as migrating whales and dolphins on the surface. And, with just a handful of boats in the region, you'll likely have the very best sites all to yourself.

Highlights

Completely renovated in 2021 with new interiors and fittings
Incredible marine life encounters, from macro to rays and cetaceans
Intimate and adventurous setting with only eight guests onboard
Silent and ecological sailing with solar power and wind generator

Number of cabins:4
Internet:YES
Nitrox:NO
Ensuite bathrooms:YES
Guest / Guide:8:1
Group booking discounts

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06Jun 2026
8D / 7N
The Azores Archipelago
Up to 15 dives
from $3,450
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives Up to 15
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
06 Jun 2026
03:00 PM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
Return
13 Jun 2026
09:00 AM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels
Tanks and weights
Port and park fees
Taxes
Internet
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €250 per trip
Snorkeling gear
15l tanks - €70 per trip
Toiletries
Private guide
Diving courses
Highlights
Circular itinerary with around 5 days of diving in the Azores
No set itinerary – see the best sites according to conditions
Diverse marine life, from tiny invertebrates to huge pelagics
Explore the Dom João de Castro Bank
Encounter manta rays at the Ambrosio seamount
Dive the iconic offshore sites of Formigas and Dollabarat
Enter the water in search of blue sharks and mako sharks
Day 1:
Check-in and board the vessel at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo in São Miguel Island at around 15:00. After boarding around 16:00, we will complete a check dive, in the end of the afternoon (around 18.00). After the dive, we will start sailing offshore, or get back to the port, have a welcome drink, and start diving the next morning, depending on the weather and other factors.

Days 2-7:
Eight days / seven nights trips, with several route options to meet your diving experience expectations. You’re guaranteed the most relaxed and unique sailing vacation, with a maximum eight guests onboard which can be booked for private use. Possible stops include Formigas Islets, Dollabarat Reef, Ambrósio Reef , D. João de Castro Bank, etc.

Day 8:
Disembark the vessel in São Miguel after breakfast at around 09:00.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
50% deposit - required to secure reservation.
50% balance - due 1 month prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 1 month before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Until 4 weeks before departure: Deposit is lost
From 2 to 4 weeks before departure - 75% will be charged
Less than 2 weeks before departure: 100% will be charged
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $3,450 /guest
Per person, diving included
Available
13Jun 2026
8D / 7N
The Azores Archipelago
Up to 15 dives
from $3,450
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives Up to 15
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
13 Jun 2026
03:00 PM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
Return
20 Jun 2026
09:00 AM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels
Tanks and weights
Port and park fees
Taxes
Internet
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €250 per trip
Snorkeling gear
15l tanks - €70 per trip
Toiletries
Private guide
Diving courses
Highlights
Circular itinerary with around 5 days of diving in the Azores
No set itinerary – see the best sites according to conditions
Diverse marine life, from tiny invertebrates to huge pelagics
Explore the Dom João de Castro Bank
Encounter manta rays at the Ambrosio seamount
Dive the iconic offshore sites of Formigas and Dollabarat
Enter the water in search of blue sharks and mako sharks
Day 1:
Check-in and board the vessel at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo in São Miguel Island at around 15:00. After boarding around 16:00, we will complete a check dive, in the end of the afternoon (around 18.00). After the dive, we will start sailing offshore, or get back to the port, have a welcome drink, and start diving the next morning, depending on the weather and other factors.

Days 2-7:
Eight days / seven nights trips, with several route options to meet your diving experience expectations. You’re guaranteed the most relaxed and unique sailing vacation, with a maximum eight guests onboard which can be booked for private use. Possible stops include Formigas Islets, Dollabarat Reef, Ambrósio Reef , D. João de Castro Bank, etc.

Day 8:
Disembark the vessel in São Miguel after breakfast at around 09:00.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
50% deposit - required to secure reservation.
50% balance - due 1 month prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 1 month before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Until 4 weeks before departure: Deposit is lost
From 2 to 4 weeks before departure - 75% will be charged
Less than 2 weeks before departure: 100% will be charged
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $3,450 /guest
Per person, diving included
3 spaces left
20Jun 2026
8D / 7N
The Azores Archipelago
Up to 15 dives
from $3,450
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives Up to 15
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
20 Jun 2026
03:00 PM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
Return
27 Jun 2026
09:00 AM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels
Tanks and weights
Port and park fees
Taxes
Internet
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €250 per trip
Snorkeling gear
15l tanks - €70 per trip
Toiletries
Private guide
Diving courses
Highlights
Circular itinerary with around 5 days of diving in the Azores
No set itinerary – see the best sites according to conditions
Diverse marine life, from tiny invertebrates to huge pelagics
Explore the Dom João de Castro Bank
Encounter manta rays at the Ambrosio seamount
Dive the iconic offshore sites of Formigas and Dollabarat
Enter the water in search of blue sharks and mako sharks
Day 1:
Check-in and board the vessel at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo in São Miguel Island at around 15:00. After boarding around 16:00, we will complete a check dive, in the end of the afternoon (around 18.00). After the dive, we will start sailing offshore, or get back to the port, have a welcome drink, and start diving the next morning, depending on the weather and other factors.

Days 2-7:
Eight days / seven nights trips, with several route options to meet your diving experience expectations. You’re guaranteed the most relaxed and unique sailing vacation, with a maximum eight guests onboard which can be booked for private use. Possible stops include Formigas Islets, Dollabarat Reef, Ambrósio Reef , D. João de Castro Bank, etc.

Day 8:
Disembark the vessel in São Miguel after breakfast at around 09:00.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
50% deposit - required to secure reservation.
50% balance - due 1 month prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 1 month before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Until 4 weeks before departure: Deposit is lost
From 2 to 4 weeks before departure - 75% will be charged
Less than 2 weeks before departure: 100% will be charged
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $3,450 /guest
Per person, diving included
Sold out
27Jun 2026
8D / 7N
The Azores Archipelago
Up to 15 dives
from $3,450
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives Up to 15
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
27 Jun 2026
03:00 PM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
Return
04 Jul 2026
09:00 AM
São Miguel
João Paulo II Ponta Delgada Airport: PDL
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels
Tanks and weights
Port and park fees
Taxes
Internet
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €250 per trip
Snorkeling gear
15l tanks - €70 per trip
Toiletries
Private guide
Diving courses
Highlights
Circular itinerary with around 5 days of diving in the Azores
No set itinerary – see the best sites according to conditions
Diverse marine life, from tiny invertebrates to huge pelagics
Explore the Dom João de Castro Bank
Encounter manta rays at the Ambrosio seamount
Dive the iconic offshore sites of Formigas and Dollabarat
Enter the water in search of blue sharks and mako sharks
Day 1:
Check-in and board the vessel at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo in São Miguel Island at around 15:00. After boarding around 16:00, we will complete a check dive, in the end of the afternoon (around 18.00). After the dive, we will start sailing offshore, or get back to the port, have a welcome drink, and start diving the next morning, depending on the weather and other factors.

Days 2-7:
Eight days / seven nights trips, with several route options to meet your diving experience expectations. You’re guaranteed the most relaxed and unique sailing vacation, with a maximum eight guests onboard which can be booked for private use. Possible stops include Formigas Islets, Dollabarat Reef, Ambrósio Reef , D. João de Castro Bank, etc.

Day 8:
Disembark the vessel in São Miguel after breakfast at around 09:00.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
50% deposit - required to secure reservation.
50% balance - due 1 month prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 1 month before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Until 4 weeks before departure: Deposit is lost
From 2 to 4 weeks before departure - 75% will be charged
Less than 2 weeks before departure: 100% will be charged
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
from $3,450 /guest
Per person, diving included
2 spaces left

Cabins

The cabins
Twin or double bed
2 people
Shareable

If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.

Boat amenities

Dive facilities

Vessel information

Water and Wind is the only catamaran offering scuba diving trips in the Azores. Its interiors were entirely refitted in 2021, so guests can enjoy brand new everything, with modern design elements and a laid back style. This vessel hosts a maximum of eight guests, making it the ideal option for intimate adventures and chartered trips. When you aren't out exploring, get to know the crew and your fellow passengers, and try your hand at sailing - the captain is happy to give a lesson or two! This boat is also unique in its eco offerings, with silent and low emission sailing thanks to solar power and a wind generator.

All of this liveaboard's exciting itineraries include the best sites of Santa Maria and Sao Miguel in the Azores' - both above and below water. Your trip will include eight nights spent onboard, plus two nights on land with opportunities for hiking, coastal touring, and of course, diving and snorkelling. The islands offer craggy cliffs and coasts, volcanic calderas, and stunning hills of emerald green. While below the waves, discover rocky reefs and boulder fields, isolated seamounts, and the Azores’ signature marine life. This is the kind of trip where you'll always want to keep your camera handy - for stunning scenery and landscapes, and surprise encounters with epic wildlife.

Onboard Wind and Water

This spacious and smooth sailing catamaran features four cosy but comfortable double cabins equipped with all that you'll need to enjoy a week at sea. Three cabins have ensuite bathrooms, one has a shared bathroom. Water and Wind also offers multiple common areas for rest and relaxation, with a modern salon and dining area, and comfortable shaded seating on the back deck. Each day, you'll enjoy three delicious meals as well as free-flow coffee, tea, and snacks. Beer and wine are sold once the day's explorations have concluded. This boat's homey interior and laid back social ambience is ideal for getting to know your fellow divers and crew.

Diving from Water and Wind

Water and Wind is perfectly equipped for multisport adventure, with a custom zodiac for high-speed coastal tours, trips ashore, and allowing divers to descend straight into the action. During every day of your cruise, two to three dives will be offered, in addition to land and sea-based tours. You can join as few or as many of these activities as you'd like - all led by expert guides. In some cases, snorkelling in the Azores is just as good as diving, with a chance to spot passing whales and dolphins, mobula rays, and even whale sharks. But, you likely won't want to miss a single dive here either - the region boasts beautiful and uncrowded sites rich with life!

Water and Wind Liveaboard, Azores

Overview

Highlights

Choose your trip

The Azores Archipelago

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

The Azores Archipelago

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

The Azores Archipelago

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

The Azores Archipelago

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Cabins

The cabins

Boat amenities

Dive facilities

Vessel information