#DEEP BLUE SHARK WITH DIVER FULL#

Research has indicated that they migrate to the Azores archipelago to breed and feed, with tagging studies demonstrating that pups remain in these waters for the first two years of their lives.

#DEEP BLUE SHARK WITH DIVER FULL#

They are naturally inquisitive creatures and are full of character.Д«lue sharks are a highly migratory species. Encountering these sharks is an enchanting experience. These slender torpedo-shaped predators are perfectly camouflaged against the deep blue with an iridescent topside and a gleaming white underbelly. DonвЂ™t forget to look up from your camera from time to time!Д«lue sharks are a pelagic shark species meaning that they are found in the open ocean. Occasionally shortfin mako sharks are also spotted on this dive so keep your eyes peeled into the azure blue abyss as you never know what you may see. Whether you have a small action camera like a GoPro or a professionally housed DSLR make sure you bring a camera along to capture the action - but donвЂ™t forget to use your own eyes to make memories too! The crystal clear waters of the Azores provide incredible photo opportunities. The divemaster will explain the circumstances under which you should do so and the best way to do this. Pack some small snacks - like a cereal bar - and water beforehand to rehydrate and refuel after the dive.Д«ring sea sickness tablets as the boat ride out to the dive site can be choppy and you may be waiting a while at the location for the sharks to turn up.Дo not touch or attempt to touch the sharks unless completely necessary. Scuba diving is deceivingly exhausting, both mentally and physically, particularly when there are strong currents. Holding onto the rope provided can cause friction on your hands so you may like to bring a pair of diving gloves. At times you may feel like youвЂ™re in a washing machine and being pulled in different directions. There are only a handful of places in the world where you can immerse yourself into their world and the Azores should be high on every scuba divers bucket list to do so.ДЄdvanced Open Water Diver (AOWD) certification and 50 logged dives are recommended to participate in the pelagic shark dive.Д¬W Azores can provide all of the required scuba diving equipment to complete the dive but you may like to bring your own wetsuit (5mm) or additional scuba gear. Worldwide shark diving has grown in popularity over recent years and thanks to its crystal clear waters interactions with blue sharks in the Azores are nothing short of spectacular. It is vital to always do your research and choose a responsible ecotourism operator. In some parts of the world bad practices can be detrimental to the welfare of the animals, the wider ecosystem and the local community. Being in the water with them is one of the best ways to support their survival - but only if it is done responsibly. Sharks are apex predators and demand a healthy respect from us when using their environment, but they should not be feared. But there is hope.Д®vidence is growing to support shark diving tourism as a catalyst for changing peopleвЂ™s perceptions toward these magnificent animals by challenging existing stereotypes. Charging out to sea here through the channel between the islands of Pico and Horta you can quickly get a feeling for the scale of the challenge ahead for understanding, managing and protecting these species. Out of sight, out of mind, they are slowly slipping into extinction. Sharks have been misunderstood by the public for decades and it is this very miscomprehension that has contributed to their demise being largely overlooked until recent years. For lovers of the sea diving here is unparalleled with other locations in Europe. Reminiscent of Jurassic Park with its impressive volcanic mountain presiding over the island and its resultant geology below the waves, Pico Island is a treasure trove of natural curiosities waiting to be discovered. Like the land that time forgot, Pico Island is one of nine jewels that comprise the Azores archipelago.

Deep blue shark with diver