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
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-100456P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is City Balloon Tours’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Arrábida Kayak Tour from Lisbon with Beach Picnic – Small Group is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Arrábida Kayak Tour from Lisbon with Beach Picnic – Small Group will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- MealsBeach 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
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
