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Peniche: Berlenga Island and Cave Tour

1. Peniche: Berlenga Island and Cave Tour

Enjoy a trip to Berlengas Island on a catamaran or fast boat and visit the caves at the island in a different boat with a glass bottom. Admire the outside and inside of different caves, like the Elephant cave, Dream cave, Furado Grande, and more. Afterward, take some time on your own to explore the Island. Walk the beach, gaze up at the lighthouse, discover Forte S. João Batista, and walk the Island's trails. Meet your guide and board a on a catamaran (normal season) or zodiak/desportive yatch on the low season (less people) or when the catamaran it's full on the high season. Head toward Berlengas Island, an eco-haven with a visitor limit, so you can experience its true beauty without the crowds. First, take a short tour around the island and learn all about the different caves, while gazing at the underwater marine life through the glass-bottom boat. Spot the Elephant cave and feel amazed at the way the natural rock formations resemble the trunk and face of a great elephant. At the dream cave, take in one of nature's masterpieces and learn of its history. Then, at Furado Grande, learn why it translates to Big Hole and how it stretches across the entire island. Take your time afterward to guide yourself around the Island. Look out over the turquoise waters from the beach. Walk up to the lighthouse and imagine yourself alone. Then understand more of Portugal's history by examining the remains of Forte S. Joao Batista. Feel free to bring your own snacks, or some extra cash with you to buy them on the Island during the months of May through September.

Peniche: Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

2. Peniche: Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

Discover the archipelago of Berlengas on a day trip from Peniche. Cross the sea in a glass-bottom boat, explore the caves on a tour, and relax on the beach. Begin your day with a ferry ride to the Berlegnas archipelago on a catamaran (normal season) or zodiak/desportive yatch on the low season (less people) or when the catamaran it's full on the high season. As you ride, enjoy views beneath the waves of flitting fish. When you disembark, stroll on the warm beaches and enjoy the sounds of the waves calmly lapping at the shore. Join a local hiking tour to learn about Berlenga’s cultural and historical significance. Explore the island's geography. After your hike, go into the mysterious caves of the area before returning by ferry.

Peniche: Berlengas Island Round-Trip Ferry

3. Peniche: Berlengas Island Round-Trip Ferry

The Berlengas archipelago is situated 16km west of Peniche, a powerful granite block which belongs to the parish of St. Peter, in the Peniche municipality. The archipelago is a protected area that includes various nature reserves and is considered a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 2011. Depart from the harbor of Peniche and enjoy a 30-minute ferry ride along the turquoise sea waters. Arrive at the Berlengas harbor from where you will be able to freely explore the archipelago. Start with a visit to the São João Baptista fort built in the 17th-century. This little fort is one of the most visually striking buildings in Portugal. After this, go for a swim at Praia do Carreiro do Mosteiro, the only beach that is accessible and safe to swim from. Next, find the café and restaurant on the island before taking the ferry back to Peniche

Peniche: Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour

4. Peniche: Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour

Start your tour by meeting your captain at the harbor of Peniche. Take a ferry towards the Berlengas archipelago, where your glass-bottom boat trip will take place. Then, take a 30-minute cruise around Berlengas, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that includes various nature conservation sites. Look down into the clear waters and spot marine life. You will also enter some caves, such as the Blue Cave and the São João Batista Cave.

Sesimbra: Ribeiro Cavalo Beach, Caves, Natural Park by Kayak

5. Sesimbra: Ribeiro Cavalo Beach, Caves, Natural Park by Kayak

Depart from Sesimbra and discover the beauty of Arrábida's Natural Park. Go into the protected area of Arrábida and explore the different types of habitats, from mountains to the sea. Venture along the coast on a kayak to discover sacred caves that are only accessible by the sea. Find a secret beach on your way towards the remarkable karst formation of Frade's cave. Enjoy the coastal landscape and get up close to the impressive rock formations with your guide's help. On our way back to Sesimbra, stop on the peaceful beach of Ribeira do Cavalo. Enjoy a snack and swim in the transparent and calm waters, surrounded by dramatic rock formations. Taste some typical sweets from the region to cap off this amazing experience.

Group Surf Class in Peniche with PKSC

6. Group Surf Class in Peniche with PKSC

In our daily surf classes, you will learn the fundamentals of surfing, including how to paddle, how to take off, and how to catch waves. You'll also get feedback from our experienced coaches to get the best and fastest evolution in this sport. Our lesson concept will always try to transmit the passion we have for surfing to you, in a safe and fun way. In case you've already some experience, you'll join our more experienced groups. Where you'll learn everything to put your surf to the next level, like positioning on the line-up to catch more waves, improve paddling and making your surf style better. Our surf school is located in front of one of the best waves in Peniche, for beginners and intermediate surfers. It's as simple as picking up your board and heading down the stairs to the beach.

Peniche: Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling

7. Peniche: Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling

This package includes the round trip, visit to the caves and rental of snorkeling equipment. The visit to the caves is carried out on the glass-bottom boat for 30 minutes, in which you have the opportunity to learn about the blue cave, the cave of S. João Batista and the iconic rock of the Elephant's Trunk. The snorkeling activity is an experience that you make on your own, in which we only rent the fins and the mask and can be performed on the beach or at the Fort S. João Batista.

Peniche: Dolphin Route Boat Trip

8. Peniche: Dolphin Route Boat Trip

Enjoy a tour departing from Peniche Marina that will take you around the coast. Along the way, you’ll spot a variety of sea life that may include sharks, seabirds, and dolphins. The most commonly spotted dolphin is the Roaz Corvineiro, also known as the common bottlenose dolphin. As you travel along the west coast by boat, you’ll be able to see dolphins in their natural habitat. In this region, the dolphins can reach 4-meters in length and be up to 45-years old. The boat tour can take between 1 and 2 hours

Peniche: Surfing Lessons with Experienced Instructors

9. Peniche: Surfing Lessons with Experienced Instructors

Enjoy learning to surf no matter what your skill level is with these 90/120 minute lessons from fantastic teachers at G3 in Peniche. Choose from private and small group lessons to get the best instruction for you.  Get instruction for your level, with beginners learning the basic rules and techniques, with lessons on selecting your wave, catching it, and positioning on the board. Beginners and intermediatescan improve their technique and performance, with work on autonomy, safety rules, currents, and the passage of the surf. Select the option that suits you best, so that you can experience the thrill of the waves in complete safety.

Berlengas The Atlantic Frontier: Day Tour from Lisbon

10. Berlengas The Atlantic Frontier: Day Tour from Lisbon

On this full-day excursion you'll start at the city of Peniche, a traditional fishing village, where you'll find a boat waiting to take your group to Berlenga Island. After arriving at the island, you’ll then board a smaller boat in order to see St. John the Baptist Fort. Built in the 17th century, the fort was an important part of the shore defence system. Hear stories about the brave soldiers who defended it during the attack by the Spanish fleet. Take a walk back to the port along the authorized paths of the nature reserve, admiring the amazing views in this UNESCO Biosphere Heritage Site. At the port, you’ll have some free time for lunch (not included), or for a quick swim or snorkeling (equipment provided) at the beach nearby. There is just 1 restaurant on the Island, but it is of good quality and fresh fish is always available. If you bring a snack with you on the trip, you’ll find the island’s only beach just steps away. Snorkeling here is a good option, as undersea life is abundant and the waters are calm. After lunch, you’ll have a chance to kayak around the island if you like. The island cliffs are full of caves, and you can kayak through them. For the less active, there’s the option of touring the caves in a small glass-bottom boat. Afterwards, you’ll head back the mainland for the return trip to Lisbon.

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What people are saying about Peniche

A fun day. The boat tour in the caves was very cool. The guides were fun and informative. The fort is neat to visit but the hike there was a little sketchy. I was glad I didn’t have to hike the same trail back, instead the boat will pick you up at the fort and take you directly on the cave tour.

The boat trip was fun and informative. Super helpful and friendly staff. We did the combination hike and extra boat ride. Knowledgeable/friendly guides made the day fun and interesting. Island is beautiful and we would definitely go again.

Amazing surf instructor, staff, store, and so much more! If you’re in Peniche, this experience is a must Highlight of my trip

Great location, adequate equipment and Francisco is an expert surf teacher who will take his time to make you ready.

Very well organised and lovely staff. The archipelago was absolutely stunning! What an amazing place to visit