Lisbon · KAYAKING TRIPS IN LISBON
Good kayaking trips in Lisbon fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Kayak Sesimbra’s caves and cliffs, swim at Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach, and enjoy a homemade picnic on this full-day trip from Lisbon.
“Loved this tour! Our guide Alfonso was awesome and so friendly. The beach we went to was absolutely stunning, and yummy food provided for lunch. Couldn’t fault it!”
Kayak Arrábida’s cliffs, caves, and clear-water beaches from Lisbon, with snorkeling, a fresh beach picnic, and lively small-group guides.
“Nuno, Joan, Inez were great - they made us feel welcome, put on a great lunch and the kayaking experience was amazing! Both me and my wife loved it and were aided when we needed it. The experince was more than I expected and they dropped us back close to our hotels. Definitly our highlight in our stay in Lisbon. Thanks guys!”
Kayak, snorkel, explore caves, and try cliff jumping in Arrábida Natural Park on a small-group day trip from Lisbon.
“We were a group of 5 adults and 3 kids, and we all thoroughly enjoyed the 4-hour guided experience with António, which included kayaking and snorkeling at Creiro. António took care of every detail and explained each step, along with interesting information about the Serra da Arrábida and its history and wildlife. An amazing day in a very special place with the safe guidance of António.”
Paddle from Lisbon to Sesimbra, explore Arrábida’s cliffs and caves, enjoy a beach picnic, and return after a full day on the water.
“This was an amazing experience!!! Me and my three other friends did this kayak tour while we were staying in Lisbon. First off, we met at Time Out Market, which is very centrally located and so was not a far walk from our Airbnb. The bus to the beach was not very far either, and once we got there Luis(/Luigi?) did a great job of showing us the ins and outs of kayaking. He was an amazing tour guide and so much fun (would highly recommend requesting him as your guide!!). The alcoves we got to explore we also beautiful, and it was so much fun getting to go through…”
Paddle Arrábida’s clear Atlantic bays from Creiro Beach to Anicha Island, with caves, quiet beaches, guides, gear, and a 3-hour route.
“It was a very pleasant experience. The kayakers were also accompanied by a motor boat, so we always felt safe. The boat even scouted a family of dolphins that we can paddle to, to see them from afar.”
Paddle Lisbon’s Atlantic coast from Oeiras, passing forts and beaches with a friendly certified guide, swim stop, gear, and flexible booking.
“Our guide, Inês, can we only say good things about. She was extremely nice and helpful. The simplest way to describe the whole experience is cosy, if felt just like being out on the water with friends. It’s an easy recommendation!”
Paddle Arrabida’s rugged coast from Lisbon, explore a sea cave, snorkel, enjoy a beach picnic, and return with transport included.
“Hele leuke dagtocht! Prachtige omgeving, hele enthousiaste en vriendelijke gidsen! Ik zal deze tocht iedereen die in Lissabon is aanraden”
Paddle Lisbon’s coast from Oeiras Harbor past historic fortresses, beaches, and fishing boats on a guided kayak trip for all skill levels.
“Very friendly and helpful instructors. The shop was easy to find and the girls made it fun, we had a great time!”
Try stand-up paddleboarding at Oeiras Marina near Lisbon, with gear, a wetsuit, certified guides, and open-water practice from $37.
“Merci infiniment à Joao guide exceptionnel bienveillant et très professionnel. Nous recommandons chaleureusement cette activité sportive à faire en famille. Spot magnifique 🤩”
Kayak Arrábida Natural Park from Lisbon, snorkel in clear waters, enjoy a beach picnic, and ride in a small air-conditioned van.
“The guides who led the tour were organized, funny and made the the whole experience that much more enjoyable. The scenery and beach was beautiful. Everything that we expected and more.”
Explore Berlenga Natural Reserve from Lisbon by boat, kayak, or glass-bottom boat, with a small group, picnic, caves, and coastal views.
“A ilha de berlengas é maravilhosa. Paisagem paradisíaca. O guia João foi extremamente atencioso com todos, principalmente com as crianças que nos acompanharam no passeio. O único ponto ruim é que para chegar a ilha são 45 min de barco e, no dia da minha viagem, o mar estava agitado e passei muito mal no translado de ida até a ilha. Sei que isso pode acontecer, não tirou o brilho do passeio, mas é importante estar preparado para esses inconvenientes.”
Kayak the calm Óbidos Lagoon with local guide Miguel, spotting wildlife, learning fishing traditions, and exploring Foz do Arelho.
“Extremely good value for money, brilliant experience, we all had a fab time. The guide at 16 years old was very confident and informative”
Paddle from Lisbon to Ribeiro do Cavalo Beach, explore caves and cliffs, then enjoy a picnic, snorkeling, and free time by the sea.
“Had a blast on this one day adventure! Just show up and they have the rest organized for you. Guides João and Nuno had tons of energy and were very accommodating. They really made the whole day a fun experience and were great at getting everyone to interact and let loose. Highly recommend!! Beautiful sites to see, beautiful guides to lead you.”
Paddle Arrabida’s beaches and caves from Lisbon, with snorkeling, a picnic, beach games, and small-group guiding for $88.
“Vraiment un super moment passé en compagnie de nuno et joao! Ils sont tres disponibles si il vous manque un équipement, ils ont tout ce qu'il faut.... journée au top avec un super temps pour faire du kayak! je recommande vivement cette sortie avec eux! et cerise sur le gâteau, lors de la pause nous avons pu faire d'autres activités (volley, tennis, snorkeling) pendant qu'ils s'occupaient du déjeuner !!”
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