Discover Sesimbra’s hidden bays and secret beaches on a 2.5-hour boat tour with Blue Coast Tours. Snorkel vibrant marine life in Portugal’s largest marine park and relax at stunning coastal spots like Praia do Inferno.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for participants with basic swimming ability and moderate fitness to snorkel and board a boat comfortably.
Wildlife
History
The Professor Luiz Saldanha Marine Park, established in 1998, protects one of Portugal’s richest marine biodiversity areas along this coast.
Conservation
Blue Coast Tours practices low-impact boating and encourages use of reef-safe products to preserve the marine park’s fragile ecosystem.
Blue Coast Tours Sesimbra
Discover Sesimbra’s hidden bays and secret beaches on a 2.5-hour boat tour with Blue Coast Tours. Snorkel vibrant marine life in Portugal’s largest marine park and relax at stunning coastal spots like Praia do Inferno.
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 your skin without damaging the marine ecosystem by choosing eco-friendly sunblock.
Wear sturdy water shoes
Rocky shorelines and beach climbs require footwear that grips and dries quickly.
Arrive early to the Cais Espadarte meeting point
Ensure a timely departure by settling in 15 minutes before the tour starts near Clube Naval Sesimbra.
Snorkeling basics recommended
If new to snorkeling, practice breathing with your mask and snorkel beforehand for comfort in the water.
Wetsuit or rash guard
Provides warmth and sun protection during cooler months and in the water.
spring|fall|winter
Snorkeling mask and snorkel
Necessary for viewing underwater marine life; provided by the tour but feel free to bring your own for comfort.
Quick-dry towel
Helpful for drying off quickly after swimming and staying comfortable on the boat.
Water shoes
Protects feet while entering rocky beaches and walking on uneven coastal terrain.