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Snorkeling – Marine Park Discovery

About this experience

Supervised by a specialized guide, Snorkeling is a great activity to discover the Prof.Luìz Saldanha Marine Park, an area of thriving biodiversity where over 1400 different species have already been identified.

This is the marine area of the Arrábida Natural Park (established 1998), with a 38kms long rocky coastline stretching from the “Figueirinha” beach, by the mouth of the Sado river to the “Foz” beach, North of the “ Cabo Espichel”.

Join us and discover the Marine Park!

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr

Choose your tour option

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From Lisbon
Pickup included
From Sesimbra

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide)

Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Transfer
  • Bottled water
  • Snorkeling kit
  • Boat
  • Wetsuit
  • Skipper
  • Guide
  • Insurance

Itinerary and highlights

Supervised by a specialized guide, Snorkeling is a great activity to discover the Prof.Luìz Saldanha Marine Park, an area of thriving biodiversity where over 1400 different species have already been identified.

This is the marine area of the Arrábida Natural Park (established 1998), with a 38kms long rocky coastline stretching from the “Figueirinha” beach, by the mouth of the Sado river to the “Foz” beach, North of the “ Cabo Espichel”.

Join us and discover the Marine Park!

Recommendations
Recommended age >10

You must bring: bathing suit, sunscreen, towel and personal hygiene items (shampoo, shower gel, etc.).

If you have long hair, bring something to hold it with.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • If you need Transfer from Lisbon - we will pick up near the Hard Rock Café. Booking without transfer Meeting point - Porto de Sesimbra 2970-152 Sesimbra (Vertente Natural, shop 6) Booking with transfer Pick up - Av. da Liberdade, 2 - 1250-144 Lisboa (in front of Hard Rock Café)
  • To transfer you to the activity location, we will pick you up in front of Hard Rock Café, 150m down the road from the Heritage Hotel. Transfer point: Av. da Liberdade 2, 1250-140 Lisboa, Portugal NOTE – if you book the activity with transfer, you will have around 1h free before the activity and 1h free after the activity – we suggest a walk around the fishing port while you wait.

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Vertente Natural Lda

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Recommended age >10

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
To transfer you to the activity location, we will pick you up in front of Hard Rock Café, 150m down the road from the Heritage Hotel.
Transfer point: Av. da Liberdade 2, 1250-140 Lisboa, Portugal

NOTE – if you book the activity with transfer, you will have around 1h free before the activity and 1h free after the activity – we suggest a walk around the fishing port while you wait.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 10–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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