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Portinho da Arrábida, Portugal Water sports

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Lisbon: Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

1. Lisbon: Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

Maximize your time in Lisbon by experiencing a memorable adventure in the Arrabida Natural Park, and have fun with friends and family kayaking, snorkeling, and exploring caves. Glide along the crystal clear waters of Arrabida in your kayak and enjoy several breaks to explore caves and take an optional opportunity to jump from a cliff. Snorkel next to the iconic Anicha Rock, one of the most recognizable features in the park, and look out for bountiful sea life around you. Relax as you enjoy several breaks to enjoy coffee and snacks, and soak in the fantastic views as you cross the Portuguese answer to the Golden Gate Bridge to and from the park.

Lisbon: Arrábida All-Inclusive Kayak Adventure Tour

2. Lisbon: Arrábida All-Inclusive Kayak Adventure Tour

Discover Arrabida Natural Park in this unforgettable adventure experience. Enjoy amazing natural locations, the relics of the Blue Coast, and the panoramic view from the Arrábida Mountain on a guided kayak tour. The day begins with your pickup at the meeting location. Following a quick equipment stop, it’s off to Portinho Bay, an old pirate cove that will fill you with a sense of mystery and adventure.  Once the kayak is loaded up with all the food and gear necessary to make sure you’re always safe, warm, and refreshed – the adventure truly begins. Kayak along a limestone coastline and past cliffside beaches, where you’ll have the opportunity to cliff jump, snorkel in the clear waters or explore caves like adventurers of old. For lunch, take a break at the beach and enjoy a picnic. Then explore the mountain and search out the very best views for taking pics. As evening sets, homemade wine and grape juice and traditionally-grilled chorizo will serve as the perfect ending to your adventure-filled day. 

Portinho da Arrábida: Coasteering Trip

3. Portinho da Arrábida: Coasteering Trip

Coasteering is a multi-activity that uses various sports modalities such as trekking, climbing, swimming, abseiling, caving and many jumps into the water. The coasteering circuit is located in one of the most extraordinary places, on the border between the Arrábida Mountain Nature Park and the Luiz Saldanha Marine Park, with its crystalline green waters. Venture into one of the most beautiful places in Portugal and enjoy a fun day full of activities.

Arrábida Natural Park: Coasteering Trip with Speedboat Ride

4. Arrábida Natural Park: Coasteering Trip with Speedboat Ride

Experience mysterious caves and secret beaches like Portinho da Arrábida and Ribeiro do Cavalo while climbing, rappeling, and swimming on a thrilling speedboat trip through the intertidal coastal zone of the Arrábida Natural Park, a perfect place for coasteering. After meeting your instructor/guide, start your day with a safety briefing and an introduction to your coasteering gear. Then, hop on a speedboat to the activity's starting point. Learn more about the regional fauna, flora, and geology, while traveling through rocky and aquatic areas. Use multiple techniques, including rock climbing (low technical and difficulty levels), swimming, and jumping in the water. Enjoy more than a dozen jumps between 2 and 8 meters high. Splash in the crystal blue waters of one of the world’s most beautiful bays in between the picturesque village of Sesimbra and Setúbal. Equipped with buoyancy aids and individual protection gear, without the aid of any artificial means (e.g. steel cables), enjoy a more dynamic and immersive progression into nature. At the end of the coasteering experience, return to the starting point by speedboat.

Arrábida: Marine Park Scuba Diving Experience

5. Arrábida: Marine Park Scuba Diving Experience

This diving experience gives you the opportunity to experience the underwater world in open water and Prof. Luiz Saldanha (Arrábida) biodiversity. The calm seas and unique conditions make this location one of the best diving destinations on the Portuguese mainland. You'll be awarded the SSI Try Scuba or Try Scuba Diving certification. Begin by learning about basic safety procedures and diving gear on the beach, followed by an adaptation dive and an underwater tour led by an SSI certified instructor up to a max. depth of 8 meters*.

Arrábida: Snorkeling Course with SSI certification

6. Arrábida: Snorkeling Course with SSI certification

Discover the great biological diversity of the Luiz Saldanha Marine Park with a guided snorkeling activity. Explore the underwater world with professional instructors and receive an SSI snorkeling certification after your experience. Enjoy an activity suitable for families or groups of friends. Learn to snorkel in calm waters, and enjoy a safe and fun introduction to snorkeling in a beautiful natural environment. Includes the theory and facts needed to dive safely, finishing with exercises and basic snorkeling skills to help you move effortlessly through the water.

Lisbon: Snorkeling and Wine Tasting in Arrábida

7. Lisbon: Snorkeling and Wine Tasting in Arrábida

Leave the busy city of Lisbon behind and spend the day exploring the landscapes of Arrábida Natural Park. On the way, soak up epic views of the Arrábida Mountains and the sweeping coastal cliffs.  Explore the sprawling greenery of the park and listen to your guide share information about the wildlife here. Later, cool off from the heat with a swim in the crystal clear waters and go snorkeling in search of colorful marine life. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy a delicious lunch at a nearby fishing village (at own expense). Taste the flavors of Portuguese cuisine followed by a wine tasting session of prestigious local wines. At the end of an unforgettable adventure, return to Lisbon.

Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour in Arrábida Marine Reserve

8. Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour in Arrábida Marine Reserve

Immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings of the Arrabida Natural Park on a guided kayaking and snorkeling tour. Discover the beauty of tranquil surroundings in perfect harmony and respectful contact with nature. Start the kayaking excursion from Creiro beach, with an explanation of the route and a paddling class. Admire the wonderful surroundings of Arrabida Natural Park, which includes some of the most beautiful and unique sea cliffs in Europe. Explore an area of great natural biodiversity. Keep an eye out for local wildlife as you paddle at a relaxed pace along the coast. Venture into marine caves and learn about their historic importance with your guide. Enjoy breaks at secluded beaches, with some time for swimming and snorkeling, explore the wonderful underwater world and the biodiversity that exists in the marine park Prof Luiz Saldanha. Head back to the starting point to complete your adventure. Photos of your experience are also included.

From Sesimbra: Arrábida Natural Park and Tróia Sandbanks

9. From Sesimbra: Arrábida Natural Park and Tróia Sandbanks

Explore the wonderful coastline of Arrábida Natural Park towards the mystical and deserted sandbanks of Tróia. Set out on an adventure to discover all the splendour of this unique ecosystem. The tour departs from Sesimbra harbor, passing through several natural points of interest such as Portinho da Arrábida or the small beach of Alpertuche. Enjoy the surrounding landscape as you dive and swim in the crystal clear waters. There will be a break so you can bathe or sunbathe on the deserted sandbanks. Let yourself be captivated by the charm of our coast. A typical liquor from the Setubal region will also be served. After all this adventure, return to the harbor of Sesimbra where this experience ends.

Sesimbra: Private Boat Rental

10. Sesimbra: Private Boat Rental

Experience the beauty of Portugal’s Arrabida Natural Park aboard your own boat on this private boat rental. Choose where you go, take a dip in the sea, swim to the shore, or just eat and relax in the sunshine. Have the freedom of an entirely customizable boat rental and explore Arrabida. Swim in the sea, sunbathe and hang out on the boat with your friends and family. Or go on an adventure and explore along the coastline from a new perspective in the water. Make stops at bays and beaches in your own time. Discover some of the most beautiful sandy beaches and bays for snorkeling and swimming like Ribeiro do Cavalo, Cova da Mijona, Galapos, Portinho da Arrábida and more. Cruise along and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife including dolphins and other local marine life. Soak up the beautiful coastline with the steep forested mountains of the natural park as the backdrop.

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What people are saying about Portinho da Arrábida, Portugal

Amazing Experience!!! The guides were very helpful. We had members who couldn’t swim and the guides were there to support and give confidence. We also had a member who had a minor injury and the care/response was second to none. Would definitely recommend and do it again!!

Our tour was incredible right from the get go. Marco, our guide was extremely good at communicating, and very informative as to what our tour would consist of. He was knowledgeable and patient. The whole adventure was amazing from start to finish. 6 stars if we could!

What a great day that was! We've seen some amazing caves and just seeing all those things makes your whole day. The guides were funny and we had a nice group of people. All in all, a great trip!

The entire team was great. Marco organized our entire day beautifully. The guides were friendly, enthusiastic and experienced. Our group was thrilled and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Absolutely incredible!!! A definite MUST when in Lisbon. We had so much fun and perfect weather the whole time. A perfect way to see some of the beautiful nature in Portugal.