🏅 First & Only Licensed Experience of its kind in the Azores · MT 02/2026 ·
Step aboard. Become part of the crew
Sail an Authentic Azorean Whaleboat with a Renowned local Captain from Lajes do Pico
No sailing experience needed
Up to 6 Guests
From 1 Hour
Tailored to Your Group
Your Voyage, Your Way
From a spontaneous sail to a carefully tailored experience, there’s a place for you aboard
A 1929 Whaleboat. A Lifetime Dedicated to These Boats.
Sail an authentic Azorean whaleboat alongside Filipe Fernandes, a multi-champion captain with over 20 years of experience rowing, sailing and racing these remarkable vessels.
His involvement goes far beyond the water. From restoring historic boats and developing innovative educational projects to introduce younger generations to the tradition, to representing Azorean whaleboat culture at international events, Filipe has become one of its most active ambassadors.
Languages: Portuguese · English · French
A Whaleboat in all its glory
A genuine whaleboat, rebuilt to perfom
More then a Captain
Someone who lives and breaths whaleboats
Lajes do Pico
The heart of Azorean whaleboat culture
Media Spotlight
Testimonials
Rodrigo Moreira Rato
Rodrigo Moreira Rato
From LisbonPedro Pires de Lima
Pedro Pires de Lima
Sailor and owner of Velas Pires de LimaOlivia Piana
Olivia Piana
From FranceKen O'Sullivan
Ken O'Sullivan
From IrelandConrad Humphreys
Conrad Humphreys
From UK - Offshore Sailor
