Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover Arrábida like never before! Our boat tours, now lasting 2.5 hours, offer the perfect opportunity to explore wild bays and beaches and immerse yourself in local history. And the best part: you'll have time for refreshing dips in the crystal-clear waters, if you wish!
Sail through the marine reserve between Cabo Espichel and Sesimbra, a sanctuary of natural beauty and cultural richness. In the Marine Park Professor Luiz Saldanha, we'll discover coves and old fishermen's shelters, breathtaking natural landscapes, caves, magnificent cliffs and the region's fascinating stories and legends.
To make your trip even sweeter, indulge in a regional dessert served on board, an authentic touch of our local cuisine.
Don't forget your swimsuit if you want to dive into the crystal-clear waters of Arrábida!
NOTE – if you book the activity with transfer, you will have around 1h30 free before the activity and 1h30 free after the activity – we suggest a walk around the fishing port.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
What To Expect
Parque Natural da Arrabida
The Prof. Luiz Saldanha Marine Park was created in 1998, and is very rich and unique, home to over 1400 species of marine animals and plants, making it the most biodiverse marine reserve in Europe. The beaches along the coastline, the caves and coves are of unique beauty and the clear waters invite you to take a dive. Make sure you bring your camera, and come discover the secrets of our coastline!
Options
From Sesimbra
Meeting at Sesimbra harbour: Shop n6 - near to the diving centers
What‘s Included
Local guide
Driver/guide
Compulsory onboard safety equipment, boat (RIB) guide and insurance.
Live commentary on board
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience with Vertente Natural on their Boat Tour and Kayaking Trip!
ses0225,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00During the week of April 17, 2026, our family participated in the Boat Tour of the Arrabida Coves with Vertente Natural, leaving out of Sesimbra. We had such a good time with our guide, Leoner. She was an excellent tour guide and really gave us the local perspective. It was not a busy day, so the trip was very small and we were so fortunate to be able to spend a few hours with Leoner experiencing the beauty of the caves and the beaches. She went above and beyond to make our trip memorable! The trip was so much fun, and we were so impressed with the company and guides, that we then decided to come back later in the week for their 3-hour kayaking trip. Wow, were we glad we did! My young son and I were able to kayak together (we were in a double kayak) through the caves and onto the gorgeous beach, it was a highlight of our vacation in Portugal!!! Our kayak guide, Jessica P was also amazing, she was a great trip leader and made sure we were all safe and had fun! Both of our guides were very conscious about educating their customers about the importance of keeping the park pristine and protected for the enjoyment of future visitors. Also, as we are English speakers, it was also very beneficial that our guides were very proficient in English (: I can’t say enough about our time with this company, and we hope one day we can come back to Portugal and do their overnight kayak trip with them. Thanks again to Leoner, Jessica, and everyone at Vertente Natural for a great time!
The most unforgettable experience, you won’t regret
eyramd94,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00a minute ago New I went on a boat tour along the coast of Sesimbra with Francisco and it was hands down the highlight of my holiday! The team were patient with me when I got lost and they came and found me, I got a private tour with amazing Portuguese snacks, wine and most of all amazing views of the sea with a thorough history and geology session which was right up my alley! I would 100% recommend and a huge thanks to Francisco and Eva for accommodating me at such last minute! ❤️😎
4x4 tour - had a great time!
Mr M,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went with Francisco on a 4x4 tour instead due to the weather, had a great time! He was friendly and knowledgeable and made it a great experience!
Definitely Worthwhile
KensingtonReviewer,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience. Marta and Jessica made the exploration of beaches and coastline fun, interesting, and diverse. They were knowledgeable and skilled. Definitely do it!
Wonderful
Kiara P,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They were really kind and very friendly would 100% recommend. The boat tour also gave us the opportunity to learn the history of sesimbra. It was amazing!!
Lovely trip with friendly hosts.
Victoria C,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I forgot their names, but the guide and the captain were very sweet and did a great job. Throughout the trip they were very attentive towards everyone´s needs and always smiling. Also the lady at the reception was very helpful and provided a windbreaker for the trip free of charge. Overall a recomendable experience despite the weather.
Excellent experience!!
Guide20442647318,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A unique experience with an excellent guide. Leonor was fantastic. The Serra da Arrábida is of a wonderful beauty. I highly recommend this tour.
Excellent experience
Joaozinh0,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was very friendly and familiar with the history of the sites visited and in the end gave us a pleasant surprise (a regional sweet)
Terrific experience
CC S,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked this boat tour through Viator who booked it with Vertente Natural who contracted a private boat because they had so many tours. Everyone involved was professional, knowledgeable, friendly, helpful & truly amazing. We wouldn’t change a thing & highly recommend spending time on the water while in Sesimbra!
Sublime
K6655KKquentinl,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Activity simply perfect, extraordinary personal all very kind, listening to your desires I recommend 1000%
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