By Air

All nine islands are linked by the local airline (SATA Air Azores) whose planes operate scheduled flights around the archipelago. They operate like buses flying to one island, stopping for 20 minutes then flying on to another island, making island hopping easy. Planes used are generally 64 seater twin propeller ATPs.

By Ferries

Ferries are fairly limited but it is possible to sail between Flores and Corvo, between São Miguel and Santa Maria and there is a good service around the central group of islands, particularly between Faial, Pico and São Jorge.

By Car Hire

Car hire is available on most islands and we can reserve this for you. Vehicles are generally fairly new and range from super mini to people carrier. Petrol is a little lower in price than the UK. The Portuguese drive on the right and the Azorean roads although sometimes bumpy, are generally traffic free and fairly well sign posted on main routes. Mopeds and bicycles are also available for hire and a European style license (with photo ID) is required for all motorised vehicle hire or an old style license and passport.

By Taxis

Taxis are an excellent way of getting around as many drivers speak English and prices are very low compared to the UK. The vehicles are generally quite new and of a high standard.

By Bus

Bus services run on all of the islands and they are a very inexpensive (though slow!) way to get around the islands. The best service is offered on São Miguel where the main towns are linked 3 or 4 times a day. However, the service is definitely designed for the locals rather than visitors, so if you want to see all the sights, you might be better off hiring a car.