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Excursion

Berlengas Islands & Caves Boat Tour

Discover a little-known paradise in the Atlantic Ocean on this boat tour to the Berlengas Islands. Admire the breathtaking landscapes of Berlenga Grande and explore its rugged natural caves. Berlengas Islands & Caves Boat Tour.

  • 4 hours
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Discover a little-known paradise in the Atlantic Ocean on this boat tour to the Berlengas Islands. Admire the breathtaking landscapes of Berlenga Grande and explore its rugged natural caves.

Berlengas Islands & Caves Boat Tour

At the scheduled time, we'll meet at Peniche Marina to start our boat tour to the Berlengas Islands. We'll set sail for a 30-minute cruise to the archipelago aboard a catamaran, appreciating the marine life along the coast of Portugal. The Berlengas Islands are a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, showcasing remarkable underwater plants and wildlife.

Once at Berlenga Grande, we'll transfer to a smaller boat with a glass bottom to visit the natural sea caves. During the 30-minute cruise, we'll see the São João Batista Cave, the Blue Grotto, and the Furado Grande, a natural tunnel spanning 70 metres under the island that opens into a bay. After the cruise, you will have free time to explore the island via various trails.

After approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, we'll return to Peniche Marina to conclude the tour.

Guided Tour of Berlenga Grande

Enhance your experience by booking the option for a guided tour of Berlenga Grande. If you select this, after visiting the caves, you'll embark on a walking tour of Berlenga Grande. Note that this walking section is difficult.

We will spend 50 minutes visiting key sights on the island, which is the largest and the only one accessible to visitors. Highlights include the fishermen's houses, the lighthouse, and the historic São João Baptista Fort, with entry available for 1EUR per person.

Included

  • Return transport by ferry
  • Boat tour of the caves
  • English–speaking guide (depending on selection)

Not included

  • Tourist tax: adults 3EUR, children aged 7—17 1.5EUR and children under 7 Free

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not advisable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

Feeling Berlenga, Largo da Ribeira, 2520-619 Peniche, Portugal

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