We track 34 dive operators in Sao Miguel & Santa Maria. 11 teach certification courses (11 PADI, 11 SSI). 10 run snorkelling trips. The biggest cluster is around Vila Franca do Campo, with 6. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 34. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dive Center Azores Sub | 4.9(468) | none | none | PADI · SSI |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 34 dive operators in Sao Miguel & Santa Maria, with the biggest cluster around Vila Franca do Campo. 11 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (11 centres), followed by SSI (11). CMAS, SDI/TDI also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $76 to $146 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
10 of the 34 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Dive Center Azores Sub Centro de Mergulho e Loja is a dive center located in Vila Franca do Campo, Azores. It is rated 4.9 stars based on 468 reviews and is operational year-round. The center offers wheelchair accessible parking and entrance.
Best Spot Azores Dive Center is a tour agency located in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores. They are operational and have a high rating from numerous reviews. The center is accessible and offers various payment options.
Season Challenge diving center is a dive center located in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. They offer a variety of diving activities and courses. The center is situated in a location that provides access to the rich marine life of the Atlantic Ocean.
Espírito Azul Dive Center - Dive in Azores Islands is a dive center located in Vila Franca do Campo, Azores. It has a Google rating of 4.6 stars from 137 reviews and is open daily from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The center offers wheelchair accessible parking and entrance.
AZZURRO - Dive Academy is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort located in Rabo de Peixe, Azores. They offer a range of diving services including courses, guided dives, and equipment rental. The academy is situated within the Clube Naval de Rabo de Peixe, providing convenient access to the water.
AZORES SUB dive center is a dive center located in São Miguel Island, Azores, Portugal. They offer a range of diving services, including PADI courses, guided dives, and boat trips to explore the rich marine life of the Azores. The center is known for its experienced team and excellent dive sites.
Azoresdiving/Açordiving is an SSI/Mares Dive Center located at Marina Pêro de Teive in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores. It is a highly-rated dive center with many reviews and is noted as being good for children. The business offers wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance.
Season Challenge Azores is a PADI 5* IDC Dive Resort located at Marina Pêro de Teive in Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel, Azores. They are operational and have a high rating with a significant number of reviews. The business is accessible with wheelchair-friendly parking.
Azoresdiving is an SSI and Mares dive center located in Ponta Delgada on Sao Miguel island. The operator provides guided boat dives, equipment rental, and a range of SSI scuba diving courses.
Wahoo Diving is a sports activity location in Vila do Porto, Portugal, with a 4.8-star rating from 158 reviews. They offer free parking and are wheelchair accessible.
| 2 | Best Spot Azores Dive Center | 4.9(1,112) | none | none | SSI | Visit |
| 3 | Season Challenge diving center | 4.7(50) | none | $76 | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 4 | Espírito Azul Dive Center | 4.6(137) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 5 | Azzurro | 4.9(103) | none | $81 | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Azores Sub Dive Center | 4.9(60) | none | $81 | PADI · SSI | none |
| 7 | Azoresdiving | 4.9(300) | none | none | SSI | Visit |
| 8 | Season Challenge Azores | 4.8(209) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
