The Origin
It would sound perfect if we were to tell that this project started with an incredibly designed business plan, precise KPIs and objectives and top-notch marketing! Nevertheless, that would not be true.
Futurismo is an act of passion. For our islands, our culture, our people, our sea, and the amazing cetaceans that have crafted the Azoreans. A passion for the best of our islands. Going slow and taking in the best of the Azores. Our people, the amazing fauna and flora, our culture our history and stories.
When the Azores turned away from the whaling industry, we saw what the future of the islands would look like and led the travel evolution to whale watching, and contributed decisively to transforming the relationship of the Azoreans with the cetaceans.
Explore, Love and Protect
Always connecting tourism with science and education, Futurismo aims to be more than just a tourism company and seeks to contribute to a more balanced lifestyle in which our society and travellers are more aware of the nature that surrounds us.
Ever since the beginning of the company we’ve been carving out unparalleled active travel experiences from every corner of our jaw-droppingly gorgeous archipelago.
Operating a very diverse range of activities, we provide for travellers who want to experience the Azores in a way that is befitting the culture, wildlife, and natural beauty of the archipelago.
We are the only one-stop company in the Azores, owning the supply chain, having amazing partnerships in the Archipelago, and taking care of every single detail, allowing us to create amazing memories with authentic experiences in the pristine Azores nature!
With more than 30 years of experience operating in the Azores archipelago, there's no doubt we've mastered the art of the active holiday.
The Guardians
RESPECT. PROTECT. SHARE.
A team of almost 60 dedicated professionals, from travel designers to guides, to marine biologists and lookouts, skippers, or photographers, we´re all united by the idea of creating amazing experiences that can give travellers a true sense of what are the Azores through real connection with our persons and land.

Ruben Rodrigues
Owner & General Director

Nelson Santos
Executive Director

Carlos Picanço
Sales & Marketing Director

Rui Rodrigues
Owner & Operations Director

Fernando Coelho
Skipper

Natalia Silveira
Accountant

Ana Vieira
Operations Coordinator

Paulo Medeiros
Guide

Claudia Silveira
Travel Designer

Álvaro RP
Filmmaker / Marketing

Roberto Soares
Lookout

Mário Medeiros
Skipper

Dina Correia
Commercial

Rafael Martins
Biologist / Skipper

Thomas Rizzo
Guide

Ana Rita Pacheco
Front Office Coordinator

Eulália Pacheco
Guide

Júlia Couto
Travel Designer

Andre Pacheco
Lookout

Mariana Silva
Biologist Coordinator

Fabiana Raposo
Front Office

Filipe Rodrigues
Guide

David Rodrigues
Photographer

Cristina Gaudencio
DMC Coordinator

José Coelho
Lookout

Inês Coelho
Marine Biologist

Rodrigo Viveiros
Guide

Rodrigo Vale
Intern

Patricia Silva
Front Office

Chiara Cuozzo
Guide

Tiago Balbino
Sailor

Angélica Real
Front Office

Dinis Jacob
Marine Biologist

Sérgio Matos
Operations & Reservations

Jennifer Kiefer

Heindrun Schulte
Commercial

Luis Lopes
Commercial

Andreia Pereira
Marine Biologist

María Huamán
Marine Biologist

Rita Nogueira
Commercial

Tiago Sousa
Digital Marketing Manager

Nuno Cordeiro
Guide

Cátia Chaves
Business Development Coordinator
Reviews
What people think about

After swimming with the dolphins in open sea I was feeling differently… I felt such a powerful energy. It’s an experience that I recommend to everybody!
It’s impressive that we haven’t found anybody during our walking tour. It was amazing the communion with nature. It feels that nature is still untouched.
We had a great whale watching trip! Compared to some of the other operators that were on the water the same day, these guys seem to care much more about the animals (when we spotted a whale, the captain slowly got us closer to it, trying not to disturb the animal, while some other boats went at it at top speed).
We saw about a dozen young sperm whales, and a large pod of dolphins, but even without any sightings, the fantastic three-hour boat trip would have been worth the money!
Excellent English spoken and very knowledgeable guides. The company shows true passion for working with guests and imparting a good cultural experience.
I enjoyed particularly the fact that we could visit São Miguel on the jeep tour and got a whole different idea from our last trip. Knowledgeable information is given by the guide about the island specially concerning Azorean history and traditions. Great service and wonderful friendly guides!