GENERAL CONDITIONS > ANIMALS

1. “Pet animal” means any animal held or intended to be kept by Man, namely in his home, for his entertainment and company, in accordance with the provisions of the European Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals.

2. The transport of pet animals is permitted, as long as they are in suitable spaces to be provided by the owner. These are subject to the application of their own tariff. Guide dogs and service and emotional support animals are exempt from the obligation to use a travel compartment and pay the fare, as long as they have supporting documentation.

3. It is permitted to transport pets unaccompanied by passengers on trips between Faial, Pico and São Jorge. On trips longer than 20 nautical miles, the transport of unaccompanied animals is not permitted.

4. The animal must remain inside its carrier, be in perfect health and have no unpleasant odors.

5. Small domestic animals can be transported with their owner inside the ship, inside a specific waterproof carrier, suitable for transporting animals and allowing the animal to stand up, turn around and lie down naturally. Rodent animals (e.g. hamsters, guinea pigs, chinchillas), as well as tortoises and turtles, must be transported in a rigid box. In order for the animal to be transported inside the ship, the carrier box cannot exceed the following dimensions: 55cmx40cmx20cm. The animal must be present, as well as its box, in perfect hygienic conditions. The carrier box must not be placed on tables, seats, or other surface/equipment that could be damaged. Any discomfort to other passengers (odors, allergies, noise, among others) must be minimized.

6. On Ariel vessel, which operates between Corvo and Flores, animal transportation is not permitted, unless prior authorization is provided by Atlânticoline.

7. Atlânticoline does not recommend the transport of animals inside vehicles, and is not responsible for any consequences thereof.