WELCOME
TO
OUR BOUNDLESS NATURAL HAVEN
Driven by Ana Besugo’s deep love for the natural world, ZUGADVENTURES was created to offer meaningful, responsible, and unforgettable journeys into the wild — where every dive, hike, and encounter brings you closer to nature’s soul.
HI THERE! I'M ANA BESUGO - BUT EVERYONE CALLS ME ZUGA! AND I’LL BE YOUR GUIDE ON THIS UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY WITH ZUGADVENTURES
Born in Portugal but shaped by the world, I’ve lived in many places that I now call home. With a Master’s in Marine Biology and deep experience in sea turtle conservation across Cape Verde and São Tomé and Príncipe, turtle watching has become one of my greatest passions.
The ocean is more than my profession — it’s my life’s mission. My journey began back in 2005, when I first discovered the wonders of diving. By 2013, I became a dive guide, and since then, I’ve logged over 2,000 dives across the Azores, Cape Verde, and São Tomé and Príncipe — places I proudly call home.
Becoming a nature guide was a natural step. Storytelling is in my blood — a gift passed down through generations. Since childhood, photography — and more recently, videography — has allowed me to capture and share the raw beauty of the natural world wherever I go.
With ZUGADVENTURES, I invite you to join me on unforgettable journeys through three breathtaking archipelagos: the Azores, Cape Verde, and São Tomé and Príncipe.
Get ready for genuine, heart-filled adventures — always with nature at the core of everything we do.
Come along — let’s dive into the mysteries of the ocean, witness incredible wildlife, and, above all, rediscover what it means to truly connect with nature.
THE BIRTH OF ZUGADVENTURES A JOURNEY TO CONNECT WITH NATURE
This project was born in 2017, on Sal Island in Cape Verde, inspired by a deep passion for sharing an environmental vision rooted in sustainability and the protection of natural spaces.
What started as a dream has since grown and evolved — today, we’re based on Faial Island in the Azores, but we offer unique experiences across three incredible destinations: the Azores, Cape Verde, and São Tomé and Príncipe.
Why these three places? Because they’re more than just destinations — they’ve each been home to me. Places where I’ve lived, built connections, and continue to feel a deep sense of belonging. That authentic bond is what makes each experience so meaningful — enriched by local insights, personal stories, and a genuine love for the land and sea.
And let’s be honest — isn’t there something truly special about exploring a place with someone who truly knows and cherishes it?
So, we warmly invite you to discover the best of these extraordinary island paradises — where lush landscapes, vibrant cultures, and heartfelt hospitality await you.
THE ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME IS OUT THERE… DON’T JUST DREAM IT, LIVE IT.
Let ZUGADVENTURES take you there!
