Private photo tours in São Miguel Island, Azores with a local photographer and guide

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Private Photo Tours in the Azores – Let Your Adventure Begin

For couples, solo travelers, families and friends who want beautiful memories of their Azores adventure

Half-Day Photography in São Miguel

Full Day Azores Photography Tour

Customizable Photography Experiences in São Miguel

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What’s All About

I’m Hugo,

your photographer of Photography.in.Azores.

Hello, and welcome to my professional page.

I decided to create this Photo-tours experience in 2022. Why? Because I love the Azores, I love Photography, and most of all, I love getting to know new people.

In fact, I‘m many things: A Marine Biologist, a Tour Guide, a Speedboat Skipper, a Photographer, a Videographer, and an Entrepreneur, where I founded my own company - Black Lenses Project.


So, since I have a deep knowledge of São Miguel Island and extensive experience in both photography and tour guiding, why not create an amazing experience just for you? This would allow you to access hidden gems unknown to the average tourist, all while capturing those unforgettable photographic memories.

On these tours, I'll pick you up comfortably in my SUV, so you can simply relax and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes. We'll delve into the rich history of the Azores, exploring its colonization, and volcanic eruptions, and all the while, capture stunning photos against these magnificent island backdrops.

Note that these tours are always private, so I can dedicate all my full attention to you.

I’ve created 3 main experiences that you can read better on the top right corner of this webpage:

. Half-day;
. Full-day;
. Taylor-made.


To you, my sincere, thank you, for taking the time to read this text.


Now, should we book that photo tour?

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Where to go?

Photo Tour - Azores

Meet the BUG – Your Adventure SUV


BUG is more than just a ride—it’s your adventure companion! Specifically chosen for these tours, it’s a new, comfortable, and spacious SUV with Long-Travel Suspension to handle off-road paths with ease.

Enjoy hotel pick-up and drop-off, so you can focus on the experience. BUG also offers air conditioning, smartphone charging cables, and a spacious boot for your luggage. Plus, you’ll get a complimentary water bottle to stay refreshed on the go!

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A calm lake reflecting a forested hill under a clear blue sky in 7 cidades san miguel island - Azores
Old Neo Gothic stone church steeple by Furnas lake (Azores) with forested hills in the background and dark cloudy sky
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⭐ What Travelers Say ⭐

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“I had a fantastic experience with Hugo. He’s a great guy who really knows the island and shows you some of the best places you would probably never find on your own.

He’s also a very good conversationalist, which made the whole tour feel relaxed and enjoyable the entire time. On top of that, he’s an excellent drone pilot and a passionate photographer who clearly puts a lot of heart into what he does.

If you’re visiting the island and want to discover amazing spots with someone who truly loves what he’s doing, I can highly recommend Hugo.”

— Jan (Germany)

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“Hugo was great! He made every effort to understand and fulfill our wishes, and he is incredibly knowledgeable about all things Azores. Thank you, Hugo.”

— Dave (Canada)

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“I found Hugo through Facebook from another recommendation. We were visiting Sao Miguel and I wanted a quick, few photos to help capture our family. Hugo was very communicative, made us feel at ease during the photo shoot and captured a ton of photos! It was hard to choose the final ones for editing! Would recommend using him again!”

— Melissa (USA)