Depart from Setubal or Tróia onboard a 22-meter long catamaran and go in search of the community of dolphins that inhabit the Sado estuary. Be accompanied by a knowledgeable crew who will use their expertise to locate these playful dolphins in their natural habitat. Learn more about this unique dolphin community, the only one of its kind in Portugal, with your expert guides. Sail through the estuary and admire the beautiful landscapes of the coastline of the Arrábida Natural Park. Keep an eye out for the playful dolphins which have inhabited this part of the coast for generations. Watch the dolphins frolic and play as they swim through the calm waters. Hear more about their feeding habits, breeding and their relationship to humans on an informative and relaxing boat trip.

Venture out onto the waves off Sesimbra’s shores and spot dolphins frolicking in the blue ocean on this guided dolphin watching excursion. Bring the little ones and embark on an adventure watching dolphins in their natural habitat.  This boat trip travels through the Professor Luiz Saldanha Marine Park to set up the best possible views of the Sesimbra coast with the Arrábida Natural Park as a backdrop. Let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of the coastline with the natural park scenery. Stop at paradisiacal beaches for refreshing swim breaks and enjoy a traditional Sesimbra sweet.

Discover Caving and the Arrábida Natural Park with a group of highly qualified specialists in Caving, and nature and adventure sports for over 30 years. The cave systems of the Arrábida Natural Park are the perfect place to practice Speleology. Get ready to be amazed by the underground world and the legends and stories lost in time, told by caves and caverns where time seems to stop, day and night merge and in total darkness we discover another way of seeing. Explore several overlapping galleries on different levels, such as the Gruta do Médico or where the mountain meets the sea in Lapa Verde, between the picturesque town of Sesimbra and the city of Setúbal, less than an hour's drive from Lisbon. At Caving you will start with a safety briefing and an introduction to your Caving guide/instructor and equipment. During this experience, you will explore several underground passages using various climbing and abseiling techniques, equipped with personal protective equipment and always safe, in the company of the first Portuguese speleologist to visit the largest cave in the world (Son Doong). The instructors and monitors are accredited by the Portuguese Speleology Federation. Whether you are beginner or experienced, it is ideal to enjoy by yourself or in group, with your friends, family and/or partner, celebrate birthdays, bachelor(ettes), or school or corporate events, accessible to everyone. Don't question yourself any longer and accept this challenge to discover Caving in the Arrábida Natural Park.

Prof. Luiz Saldanha Marine Park is the perfect spot for your first Scuba Diving experience. In a reef and coral gardens environment, you will be able to watch close by the 1000+ different marine species, like anemones, gorgónias, lobsters, octopuses, stingrays, sea horses, sea stars, and sea urchins. Some of these unique to this zoologic reserve and biodiveristy conservation zone, and other rare, from other geographic áreas, making it one of the most diverse seabed in Europe, throughout all the Setúbal coast, between Serra da Arrábida and Cabo Espichel, less than an hour by car from Lisbon. In the Try Scuba Dive you will begin with a safety briefing and an introduction to your Instructor and Scuba Diving gear. Then you will start an adaptation session, during which you will learn to breathe underwater, applying recreational scuba diving techniques and gear, following with a guided dive, where you will increase your knowledge about the endemic fauna of this marine life sanctuary, feeling completely in harmony with nature. At the end of this Try Scuba Diving, you will return to the starting point on our speedboat. The Instructors and diving leaders (Divemasters) are certified by the world’s most prestige training organizations, namely by CMAS (World Confederation of Underwater Activities) and SSI (Scuba Schools International). Whether you are beginner or experienced, it is ideal to enjoy by yourself or in group, with your friends, family and/or partner, celebrate birthdays, bachelor(ettes), or school or corporate events, accessible to everyone.

Visit an inflatable water park in the bay of Sesimbra beside Praia da Califórnia. Navigate slides, trampolines, pyramids, and balance beams the ocean water in an activity suitable for both children and adults. Take on the obstacle course and challenge your friends to complete it in the fastest time possible. As you bounce and jump from each obstacle enjoy a fun-filled activity summer activity with your group.

Explore in this Sea Scooter snorkeling guided tour the aquatic world of the Luís Saldanha Marine Park. Board an amazing rib boat that will cruise along this amazing coastlines heading for the beautiful snorkeling spots. How? Its easy, check-in at the Nautical centre for suit up. There all facilities are available for your confort - changing room, warm showers, wc etc... From there depart to the snorkeling area and experience the ultimate adventure with a Sea Scooter in this snorkeling tour. Dive into a world of wonder as you glide effortlessly through the crystal-clear waters, propelled by our high-performance sea scooters. Explore vibrant coral reefs, encounter mesmerizing marine life, and uncover hidden treasures beneath the surface. Join this tour for an unforgettable underwater journey that combines the thrill of snorkeling with the exhilaration of a Sea Scooter. Difficulty level? With a Sea Scooter its efortless and open to all ages! With seasoned guides be led with all the safety and confort through the amazing bays of Arrábida coast to discover the diversity of the sea floors and fauna. Join this tour and become a Sea Scooter Snorkeling explorer!

Discover Stand Up Paddle and the Professor Luiz Saldanha Marine Park, inserted in Arrábida Natural Park, with a group of highly qualified specialists in Stand Up Paddle, and nature and adventure sports for over 30 years. The bays of the Arrábida Natural Park are the perfect place to practice Stand Up Paddle. Enjoy a magical moment, surrounded by the wild nature of Praia dos Coelhos or the magnificent landscapes of the beaches of Galápos and Galapinhos, which, up to Praia da Figueirinha, form one of the most beautiful bays in Europe, between the picturesque village of Sesimbra and the city of Setúbal, less than an hour's drive from Lisbon. In Stand Up Paddle you will start with a safety briefing and an introduction to your guide/instructor and Stand Up Paddle equipment. Then we start a learning and review session, during which you'll learn to maneuvre the canoe controllably, and, after departing towards the sea, you'll have the unique opportunity to stop at the famous Anicha Island for a snorkeling session (optional), where you can observe very closely all the marine life that surrounds it. Equipped with buoyancy aids and a paddle, you'll feel like an authentic explorer while navigating the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, and exploring the mysterious caves and secret beaches along the coastal area between Portinho da Arrábida and Praia de Alpertuche. At the end of the canoeing experience, you will return to the starting point for a debriefing of the experience and share the highlights of the day. Whether you are beginner or experienced, it is ideal to enjoy by yourself or in group, with your friends, family and/or partner, celebrate birthdays, bachelor(ettes), or school or corporate events, accessible to everyone. Don't question yourself any longer and accept this challenge to discover Stand Up Paddle in the Prof. Luiz Saldanha Marine Park.

Embark on a Dolphin Watching trip and discover the Professor Luiz Saldanha Marine Park with a group of highly qualified professionals, specialists in biology, history and culture of the region, and in nature and adventure sports for over 30 years. The estuary mouth of the Sado river, in the Prof. Luiz Saldanha Marine Park, is the perfect place for a Dolphin Watching trip. Enjoy all the scenic natural beauty of the coast of Arrábida, between Cabo Espichel, Praia de Galápos and Costa de Tróia, crossing one of the most beautiful bays in the world, between the picturesque village of Sesimbra and the city of Setúbal, less than an hour's drive from Lisbon. On the Dolphin Watching trip you will learn more about the history, traditions and culture of the region of Setúbal and Sesimbra, and about the natural landscape that surrounds them. Also learn more about marine life and observe very closely the playful and famous population of bottlenose dolphins that swim through the mouth of the Sado river estuary. Ideal to enjoy alone or in a group, with your friends, family and/or partner, to celebrate birthdays and bachelor parties, or school or business events, accessible to everyone. Do not question yourself any longer and accept this challenge to embark on a Dolphin Watching trip in Prof. Luiz Saldanha Marine Park.

After being collected from your accommodation, you will be transported to the remote lands of Espichel Cape, the second most western cape of Europe. Your trek will then begin in the sanctuary of Espichel Cape, where you will visit the small Memory Chapel, the church, the old hostels, Casa da Ópera, the aqueduct and Casa da Água. It is a rare example of a monumental sanctuary for religious pilgrimages, was scenographically designed from the ground up, and is a religious architectural complex that is unique to Portugal. Following this part of the tour, you will walk to the north where you will be able to view the Jurassic Cliffs, which feature footprints of dinosaurs and are a location of striking beauty. After a moment of contemplation from the top of the dramatic cliffs, you will descend to one of the most primitive beaches in Europe with time to explore and wander.

After arriving at Praia da Califórnia first take an introductory class with your paddle board and learn the basics of navigation and safety with the equipment. After this brief introduction, begin your exploration of the beautiful bay of Sesimbra. Paddle along the bay of Sesimbra passing through the huge escarpments, caves, and nooks to reach Praia Ribeira do Cavalo. Discover colorful underwater reefs, a sunken ship, and other points of interest only accessible by sea. Throughout, enjoy fantastic views of the bay, The Fortress of Saint James, and the Castle of Sesimbra.