Arrábida Kayak Tour from Lisbon with Beach Picnic – Small Group
Overview
Escape Lisbon for a guided 4-hour kayak adventure in the Arrábida Natural Park and protected Luiz Saldanha Marine Park. Meet at Time Out Market and travel to Sesimbra, where the kayak experience begins.
Paddle stable double sit-on-top kayaks along limestone cliffs, discovering caves, rock passages and hidden coves on the way to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach. After around 1.5 hours, relax, swim and enjoy a picnic with your choice of chicken or vegan baguette, seasonal fruit, traditional Sesimbra Farinha Torrada and water.
Paddle back to Sesimbra before returning to Lisbon. The experience takes approximately 7 hours, including round-trip transport.
Our local guides share their knowledge of the region and its stories.. Groups are kept small, with a maximum of 5 double kayaks per guide. Larger bookings are divided into separate groups.
No previous kayaking experience is required. All participants must be able to swim and feel comfortable in open water.
What's Included
- Meals Beach picnic — chicken or vegan baguette, seasonal fruit, traditional Sesimbra Farinha Torrada and water
- Bottled water
- Double sit-on-top kayak, paddle, life jacket, waterproof dry bag and beach blanket
- Professional local guide
- Alcoholic beverages
Meeting Location
Av. 24 de Julho 49
1200-479 Lisboa, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Sesimbra
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Parque Natural da Arrabida
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Ribeira do Cavalo Beach
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers above 110kg
- Not recommended for non-swimmers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Kayaks not suitable for participants over 110kg
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Activity code: C-100456P2
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