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Berlengas Islands Adventure: Nature, Sea, and Relaxation
4.9
15 Ratings
Lisboa
Embark on a thrilling adventure at Berlenga Natural Reserve, where you can disconnect from the world and enjoy boat rides, kayaking, and relaxing on the beach.
Embark on a thrilling adventure at Berlenga Natural Reserve, where you can disconnect from the world and enjoy boat rides, kayaking, and relaxing on the beach.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Berlengas - I’ll pick you up at the meeting point in the center of Lisbon, and we’ll head to the coastal town of Peniche. We’ll hop on the boat that will take us to the Berlengas Islands.
When we reach the paradise of Berlengas, we will explore the island and its nature, fauna, and flora. You will learn about the myths and legends linked to the…
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Berlengas - I’ll pick you up at the meeting point in the center of Lisbon, and we’ll head to the coastal town of Peniche. We’ll hop on the boat that will take us to the Berlengas Islands.
When we reach the paradise of Berlengas, we will explore the island and its nature, fauna, and flora. You will learn about the myths and legends linked to the multiple shipwrecks around these islands, which are nowadays an incredible playground for scuba diving.
After our walk, we’ll stop for a light picnic snack. Then in the afternoon, depending on your preference, we’ll either visit the caves and circle the islands in a kayak or do the same on board a comfortable glass-bottom boat.
Don’t forget to bring a bathing suit.
After this island adventure, we’ll return to the boat and to Peniche. To finish the experience, we’ll pass through Peniche Fortress, Carvoeiro Cape, and Baleal Beach before we return to Lisbon, where I’ll drop you off at the meeting point. Let’s have some fun…
Just an inportant note: Berlengas are a natural reserve, and before going to the Island we have to create for you a Berlengas pass, for that i need you to send me the name of all travelers and ID/Passport.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Boat ride to the Island
- Snorkelling equipment available by request (15 €/pp)
- Bottled water
- Glass bottom boat for cave tour at the Island
- Use of Kayak (Sit on top) and equipment (double or single)
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Boat ride to the Island
- Snorkelling equipment available by request (15 €/pp)
- Bottled water
- Glass bottom boat for cave tour at the Island
- Use of Kayak (Sit on top) and equipment (double or single)
- Snacks
Additional Information
I left my career as an environmental engineer to help myself and others get the most out of life in an adventurous and out-of-the-box way. Now as a proud tour and experience guide, I’m doing just that. My passion is to travel and to learn about other people and cultures. I love nature, and the sea fascinates me. The Berlengas Islands have all of this…
I left my career as an environmental engineer to help myself and others get the most out of life in an adventurous and out-of-the-box way. Now as a proud tour and experience guide, I’m doing just that. My passion is to travel and to learn about other people and cultures. I love nature, and the sea fascinates me. The Berlengas Islands have all of this and much more. I’m originally from Lisbon, but I’ve lived in Caldas da Rainha and Peniche, and I’m a big fan of the western region of Portugal.
This adventure is special because it runs in a tottaly relaxed and friendly environment where you can really disconect from the “world” and enjoy a day of pure fun and adventure, with the boat rides and the kayak or just enjoying and relaxing at the beach.
Location
Praça dos Restauradores 58
Praça dos Restauradores
The meeting point is in front of the CTT shop (Red sign)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(15 Ratings)
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Carolc86
Sep 24, 2025
Another wonderful experience with João. - We were fortunate to discover João several years ago and have continued to book him for ourselves, as well as for visiting family and friends. His passion for and knowledge of Portugal make his tours truly unique, and his great sense of humor keeps the day fun and engaging.
Most recently, he took us on a beautiful day trip to Berlengas. We highly recommend João and West Portugal Tours!
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Nomad213546
Sep 19, 2025
Joao Guadalpi is the Best Guide Ever! - We booked Joao for 3 days in Lisbon & all 3 days were amazing. With a great personality, he shared insight & took us through back streets to keep us out of crowds. We took the Berlangla Island Tour, Sintra, Atlantic Beaches & Cascais Tour & the Lisbon Tour. As a native, he had great first-hand experiences of each area. Joao took us to the best places for authentic codfish dishes, pastel de Belem, sour cherry liqueur in chocolate cups & coffee after every meal. His passion is contagious - and we are leaving Lisbon with a love for the Portuguese and this country.
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E1563oygraceh
Jul 10, 2025
Fantastic experience - Had an amazing day on this tour and can’t recommend it enough . The island and caves are beautiful there’s no other place like it it’s a must experience. Our guide was knowledgeable professional and fun and certainly made it a great trip
5 star experience
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Mina_b
Jul 6, 2024
Unforgettable Day! - Highly recommend this tour! Without the organized planning and insider insight, we would not have been able to do as much on the island and experience it to the fullest. Our friendly (and super popular) tour guide Joao was warm and knowledgeable. Our day was filled with a hike, exploring the fortress, snorkeling, cliff jumping, kayaking through caves, sitting by the beach, having Caipirinhas while looking out at the ocean. A day we won’t soon forget!
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Rutemarques1981
Jul 13, 2022
Thank you João Guadalpi - What a good day! Extremely well organized, in a very relaxed, but very professional Mood. Thank you João Guadalpi! We feel that you do it with passion and when so, our experience can only be the best!
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Vitors891
Jul 13, 2022
Amazing - Excellent tour , a true paradise that is worth seeing and preferably with Guia Joao Guadalpi, which exceeded all expectations , a native communicator , friendly , always ready to create the best customer service , knowledgeable of the whole history that encompasses the tour and with a communication not boring , no doubt the best guide 👍
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Alexandres177
Jul 13, 2022
The best of Berlengas - Wonderful day with an excellent guide Joao Gaudalpi. Great visit to Berlengas with a lot of history and full of activities
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Hrod75
Jul 10, 2022
Berlengas, both here so close.... - Sometimes nature surprises us in its raw, rude, arid state where only the strongest and boldest are able to win and to create the conditions for prosperity is the case of the Berlengas and the people of Peniche.
Our guide João is one of those elements who helps to turn something simple into unique, with his historical knowledge of the place, the sympathy with which he brings everyone with his passion in explaining every detail of the island, the fun he provides to all participants giving to know amazing places, such as the case of kayaking tours along the coast of the island exploring caves and fantastic tunnels, makes us feel authentic Captain James Cook explorers from Berlenga.
In short, it was a spectacular day for both adults and children, an experience to repeat without doubt and if possible again in the company of the unparalleled João.
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Jeroennollet82
Jul 7, 2022
An Excellent Day at the Berlenga Isles with João! - We spend a great day with João visiting The Berlenga Natural Reserve. João is very passionate about the Berlenga Isles and his enthusiasm works contagiously. Everything was planned & executed with the greatest level of detail, which made us relax and enjoy everything in full. João made sure that the kids had fun as well. Couldn't think of a better guide to explore heaven on earth!
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Lauralee_p
Jun 9, 2022
Best excursions of 3 weeks in Europe....mainly due to our guide, Joao! - I can't recommend this ENOUGH! Best trip of our three weeks in Europe! Most people haven't even heard of this island and then to go and have so much fun! Our guide, Joao of West Portugal Trips, made this trip over-the-top with memories and tons of above and beyond moments. His passion for his country and, in particular, this lovely island shows strongly.....he shared so much of his personal experience there, history, and local customs that it made me crave to return and spend the night in the fort there....even without hot water!.....and that says a lot. From the moment we encountered Joao he made us feel so welcome. It just so happened we had 4 other people in the group who melded so well together (well guided by Joao). He was constantly aware of EVERY person's needs and abilities, especially on the kayaking part of the tour. Not one time were we ever scared or felt in danger on his watch. As a travel agent, I saw so many professional characteristics in Joao and I will definitely suggest his services to everyone I know going to Lisbon. He does it all. He took the time to take pictures of us when we couldn't on the kayak, gave us restaurant and wine recommendations, and generally treated every one of us like family. He was A+ with communication and safety. The locals on Berlenga are a tight group but he has incorporated himself into their trust and respects them as they respect him. He is well loved by the locals, captain of ship, kayak/boat workers, etc. and I see why. He is a perfect representative of Portugal! This trip was well organized with every minute planned well AND we had time at the end to relax on beach and swim while Joao provided drinks and snacks for us. Suggestions: water is cold so bring a towel with your bathing suit, maybe bring a waterproof cover for phone to take pics while kayaking, bring euros because credit cards aren't accepted at fort cafe, jacket for boat (but Joao gave us all WARM rain coats), TIP money for this wonderful guide!
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