Arrábida Island Tour
Duration
1 day(s)
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Languages
English
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Swim along pristine beaches with stunning cliff views
Explore Pedra da Anicha rich with marine life
Experience Serra da Arrábida Natural Park adventure
Boat support available for group swimming safety
€ 188.78
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This open water adventure takes place in the stunning Serra da Arrábida Natural Park, offering a unique experience in one of Portugal’s most beautiful bays. Starting from Alpertuche Beach, participants will swim along the clear waters and white sandy shores of Praia do Portinho da Arrábida, while enjoying the sight of Pedra da Anicha, a small island renowned for its rich biodiversity. The route follows the coast closely, passing sandy areas and scattered rocks, creating an immersive journey in nature. Along the way, participants can admire the cliffs and the pristine landscape that makes this area so special. Experienced guides accompany swimmers to ensure safety and provide support, with boat and kayak assistance available for groups of at least eight people. The adventure concludes with a scenic return by boat to Sesimbra, offering a chance to spot dolphins and enjoy the beauty of the region from the water.
After the swim, participants will enjoy a traditional lunch in a local Portuguese tavern, which includes a vegetarian option, bottled water, and a typical regional cake. Photos of the experience are included, and the tour also provides time to explore the Sesimbra region. This activity is perfect for those looking to combine physical activity with nature, relaxation, and cultural exploration, creating an unforgettable day on the Portuguese coast.
Personal accidents insurance coverage
Experienced swim guides
Boat and kayak support for groups
Lunch with vegetarian option
Water bottle and regional cake
Photos and regional visit
Equipment
Gratuities
Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen
Hat or cap
Waterproof bag
Extra dry clothes
Swimming distance varies by level
Boat support only for groups of eight
Water temperature may be cool
Activity not wheelchair accessible
Participants must be aged above 16 years
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Activity Provider: Swim Together
Customer Reviews
Megan
This was truly an amazing experience! The guide was awesome and he covered everything in detail. He was also very knowledgeable of the ecosystem and the culture so we learned a lot along the way. The activities were fun and exciting and not too challenging at all. It was an unforgettable adventure experience!
Maddy
We have done a lot of tours all over and this one was one of the best ones by far. Antonio our guide was amazing!! He was kind, knowledgeable, and patient with my family and our whole group. My family has a variety of ages and levels and everyone was able to participate and enjoy! Antonio brought a snack with him which was really nice and the beach was absolutely beautiful. This tour had a little of everything snorkelling, swimming, cliff jumping, exploring a cave, and lots of kayaking. All of it was really enjoyable and we all felt really safe and well looked after by Antonio. We would absolutely do this tour again and will be telling all of our family and friends who travel to Portugal about this day trip. Thanks again antonio for an amazing day!
Heather
December 27 2024, kayak and snorkel tour with Miguel and our family of 5 (adult and teen kids). We had the best day out at the beach. First other coastline and beach are beautiful and it was wonderful to see from the water. Ocean kayaking was a bit of a challenge for some of us, but we never felt rushed and appreciated the wet suits when we went in! Cliff jumping with multiple levels was great for all to participate, and snorkeling was cold, but spectacular with the clear water and loads of fish. It was such fun to kayak through the rock “island” to theme music. Miguel had great energy, went over and above with the theme music, go pro photos and video. He stopped at a local pastry shop on the way back to sample some wine and pastry, which was the perfect end to the day. Transport to and from Lisbon was smooth, all communication was clear and prompt. Would definitely book a tour with this company again. The only challenge was the lack of bathroom/ changing facility at the beach due to it being off season/ holidays.
Yelyzaveta
Definitely recommend to everyone who want to enjoy some adventure! We did kayaking, snorkeling and we were happy to enjoy 2 caves and even 1 cliff jumping. Miguel is awesome dude, supportive and fun! Wish come back next year to have more fun!
Brandon
This experience was amazing! Miguel was super cool and upbeat and excited about the tour. We were a small group of 8 and Miguel made it feel super chill. We played games in the car to get other peoples names. Once there Miguel gave us a run down of the plan and got us all suited up with wetsuits, helmets, lifejackets and water shoes. We got our canoes and we were on our way. Miguel filmed and take photos using his GoPro that he shares with the group after the experience. He was also made great music the entire day even out on the water. We saw a cool sea cave with a temple inside and then cliff jumped back into the water to get back to the canoes! So cool! The water was COLD in July but super refreshing. We then paddled to the next spot where we stopped and Miguel provided coffee and cookies for refueling. From there we paddled to this awesome rock where Miguel anchored the canoes and we got to snorkel. The water was pretty clear and we saw some cuddlefish, starfish and sea cucumbers. After some snorkeling it was back to the starting point where we were free to enjoy lunch that we brought on the beach. Miguel loaded us back in the van and it was back to Lisbon. We had so much fun chatting with Miguel during the car ride and learning about his family! I would 100% recommend this experience to anyone travelling to Lisbon! Thanks Miguel!