Para todos • 2h30 • Praias secretas, grutas & a maior falésia de Portugal
Discover Portugal’s secret shores with a 2.5-hour guided tour of Sesimbra’s hidden bays and pristine beaches. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters within the protected Professor Luiz Saldanha Marine Park and experience secluded coastline views few get to see.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical health and comfortable swimming or snorkeling in calm ocean waters.
Wildlife
History
Sesimbra’s fishing heritage dates back centuries, shaping its coastal culture and cuisine central to the region today.
Conservation
The tour strictly follows guidelines to protect the marine park, including no touching of marine life and responsible waste policies.
Blue Coast Tours Sesimbra
Para todos • 2h30 • Praias secretas, grutas & a maior falésia de Portugal
Blue Coast Tours Sesimbra is a boat tour operator based in Sesimbra, Setúbal, offering a range of coastal experiences on the Arrábida coast and Sado River estuary.
The company runs dolphin-watching trips in the Sado River estuary to observe a stable population of Roazes Corvineiros, guided outings to secret beaches and sea caves, and taxi-boat services to secluded beaches such as Praia Ribeiro do Cavalo and Praia da Baleeira. Sea trips include options for small groups and larger groups (9+), private half-day and full-day boat charters, and themed journeys like the Cabo Espichel sunset cruise.
Guests can swim in crystal-clear waters, explore natural arches and caves, and enjoy views of Portugal's coastal cliffs and the Convento da Arrábida. The Praia Ribeiro do Cavalo taxi-boat departs round-trip from Cais Espadarte. Private boat tours offer flexibility to bring personal food or request local dining recommendations, while some sunset cruises include regional drinks and cake.
Blue Coast Tours Sesimbra presents factual trip descriptions that emphasize locations, routes, and group options. The operator highlights access to wild beaches accessible only by boat, historic coastal landmarks, and marine biodiversity. Trip summaries note practical details such as duration (for example, 3-hour and 2-hour options), group classifications (Grupo 9+), and specific points of interest, helping visitors choose the right excursion for swimming, wildlife observation, or coastal sightseeing.
Booking information and exact schedules are available through the company's trip listings; descriptions specify meeting points, durations, and group options to help plan safe, enjoyable coastal excursions and year-round departures.
Tours Offered
Multiple
Range of coastal and river experiences
Group Options
Individual & 9+
Private and group bookings available
Beach Transfers
Taxi Boat
To Praia Ribeiro do Cavalo & Baleeira
Wildlife Trips
Dolphin Watching
Sado River estuary Roazes Corvineiros
Select a dolphin tour, taxi-boat to wild beaches, or a private charter — check availability and meeting points to reserve the ideal coastal trip.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect the marine park’s delicate ecosystem by using sunscreen that won’t harm coral or marine life.
Wear water shoes
Rocky beach entry points mean water shoes help protect your feet while exploring coves and snorkeling from shore.
Check tide schedules
For best snorkeling conditions, plan your tour around low tide to enjoy clearer water and easier access to underwater features.
Stay hydrated
Carry a reusable water bottle—Salt air and sun exposure can quickly dehydrate you during the coastal outing.
Snorkel mask and fins
Provided on the tour to explore marine life up close in the protected park waters.
spring
Light wetsuit or rash guard
Keeps you warm and protects skin from sun and abrasions in cooler spring waters.
spring
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps your belongings dry while on the boat or shore during your coastal adventure.
summer
Quick-dry towel
Handy for drying off after snorkeling and enjoying the secret beaches.
summer