Berlenga Island Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon
Overview
Visit the postcard-perfect island of Berlenga Grande on this small-group day trip from Lisbon.
Travel to the charming fishing village of Peniche, where you’ll board a boat for Berlenga Grande, an idyllic island in the Berlengas Nature Reserve (Reserva Natural das Berlengas).
Visit the 17th-century St John the Baptist Fort and wander along the pretty pathways of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Then, explore the island’s caves on a glass-bottom boat excursion (included). Numbers are limited to eight, ensuring personalized attention from the guide.
IMPORTANT: Since 2019 the control over the maximum number of visitors at the Island has been changed. Therefore, during high season (July and August) the time spent at the island may be shortened.
Travel to the charming fishing village of Peniche, where you’ll board a boat for Berlenga Grande, an idyllic island in the Berlengas Nature Reserve (Reserva Natural das Berlengas).
Visit the 17th-century St John the Baptist Fort and wander along the pretty pathways of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Then, explore the island’s caves on a glass-bottom boat excursion (included). Numbers are limited to eight, ensuring personalized attention from the guide.
IMPORTANT: Since 2019 the control over the maximum number of visitors at the Island has been changed. Therefore, during high season (July and August) the time spent at the island may be shortened.
Inclusions
- Expert guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Round-trip boat trip
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Glass-bottom boat excursion
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Praca dos Restauradores, Avenida da Liberdade, Lisbon 1250-188 Portugal
Start your tour in central Lisbon
Pass By: Rossio Train Station, Praca D. Pedro IV, Lisbon Portugal
The meeting point is right next to Rossio Train Station
Pass By: Avenida da Liberdade, Lisbon 1250-096 Portugal
Drive by Avenida da Liberdade on the way to Berlengas!
Pass By: Estatua do Marques de Pombal, Estacao de Metro do Marques de Pombal Praca Marques de Pombal, Lisbon 1250-161 Portugal
Pass by Marquês de Pombal on your way to Berlengas!
Stop At: Fortaleza de Peniche, Portugal, Campo da Republica, Peniche 2520-607 Portugal
You'll have some time next to the Peniche Fort.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Baleal Beach, Avenida da Praia, Peniche 2520-559 Portugal
Enjoy the views over Baleal Beach.
Pass By: Cabo Carvoeiro, Rua Ilha de Peniche, Peniche 2520-618 Portugal
Sail past the Carvoeiro Cape!
Pass By: Berlengas, Portugal
Join us at the meeting point and depart to the most unique tour you can do in Lisbon!
Stop At: Berlenga Grande Island, 2520 Peniche, Portugal
Our destination: an amazing island 7 miles off the coast!
Duration: 4 hours
Pass By: Castelo de Obidos, Rua Direita Santa Maria, Obidos 2510-079 Portugal
Pass by the village of Óbidos and admire its Castle in the distance.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Praca dos Restauradores, Avenida da Liberdade, Lisbon 1250-188 Portugal
Start your tour in central Lisbon
Pass By: Rossio Train Station, Praca D. Pedro IV, Lisbon Portugal
The meeting point is right next to Rossio Train Station
Pass By: Avenida da Liberdade, Lisbon 1250-096 Portugal
Drive by Avenida da Liberdade on the way to Berlengas!
Pass By: Estatua do Marques de Pombal, Estacao de Metro do Marques de Pombal Praca Marques de Pombal, Lisbon 1250-161 Portugal
Pass by Marquês de Pombal on your way to Berlengas!
Stop At: Fortaleza de Peniche, Portugal, Campo da Republica, Peniche 2520-607 Portugal
You'll have some time next to the Peniche Fort.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Baleal Beach, Avenida da Praia, Peniche 2520-559 Portugal
Enjoy the views over Baleal Beach.
Pass By: Cabo Carvoeiro, Rua Ilha de Peniche, Peniche 2520-618 Portugal
Sail past the Carvoeiro Cape!
Pass By: Berlengas, Portugal
Join us at the meeting point and depart to the most unique tour you can do in Lisbon!
Stop At: Berlenga Grande Island, 2520 Peniche, Portugal
Our destination: an amazing island 7 miles off the coast!
Duration: 4 hours
Pass By: Castelo de Obidos, Rua Direita Santa Maria, Obidos 2510-079 Portugal
Pass by the village of Óbidos and admire its Castle in the distance.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- IMPORTANT: From the 1st June of 2022, local authorities are implementing a population control to the island that requires a previous visa. Therefore, we need you to send us the following data for all participants: Name, Country, ID number (an ID you can show locally if requested).
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear
- - Masks are required inside vehicle;
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Brenda_H
September 2023
Very beautiful island. Should be in relatively good physical health….lots of hills and steps to walk. Loved the boat trip that took us through the caves.
Very beautiful island. Should be in relatively good physical health….lots of hills and steps to walk. Loved the boat trip that took us through the caves.evansR4145AO
September 2023
Our tour guide Nuno was amazing, he kept us enthralled throughout the whole experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable and a lot of fun to be around! We were informed well in advance via email of a cancellation on the original day that we booked due to the sea being too rough to make the crossi...
Our tour guide Nuno was amazing, he kept us enthralled throughout the whole experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable and a lot of fun to be around! We were informed well in advance via email of a cancellation on the original day that we booked due to the sea being too rough to make the crossing from Peniche to Belenga, but we were able to rebook for the following day with ease. The Island itself is absolutely stunning and a must see! There's a really nice restaurant with amazing food and a nice bar/cafe just behind. It really felt like paradise. Small beach, glass bottom boat tour, restaurant/bar, and a small bit of hiking to a Fortress with some incredible history attached to it. We were advised beforehand regarding sensible clothing/footwear so we all turned up prepared. It definitly helps if you're good with being on boats and are up for a bit of hiking. But when I went, our group consisted of all ages, even a small child who had a brilliant time! The option to add pictures isn't working for some reason but just google/instagram search of Belenga Island, it really does look like that! I can't wait to return to Portugal to do it again.Bartina_E
September 2023
Everything was nice. Julius, the boat operators, gave us a smooth ride over. I took dramamine, just in case, but didn't need it. The seas were calm. Nuno, the tour guide, was awesome and very attentive, informative, and knowledgeable. The Around Town folks were flexible with us, as we needed to m...
Everything was nice. Julius, the boat operators, gave us a smooth ride over. I took dramamine, just in case, but didn't need it. The seas were calm. Nuno, the tour guide, was awesome and very attentive, informative, and knowledgeable. The Around Town folks were flexible with us, as we needed to make a change, and they accommodated and were very responsive via email. Berlenga was beautiful. I am so glad we did this particular tour. There were 8 of us, which made the private group very enjoyable as we interacted with each other. Two of us were celebrating our birthday, and we took a group pic with cheers at one of the local shops. I was told in advance there was limited places to eat, etc, and that was true. But, both places were good. They did take credit cards. But, there is limited power, etc on the island, so I recommend having Euros just in case their machines are not working, etc. I highly recommend this tour. We had a smaller group, glass boat tour, and Nuno knew alot of the locals and navigated well. He also spoke multiple languages, speaking the preferred language to guests, but gave us our tour in English. Wonderful tour and a good value for the money. Please remember to tip the tour folks. Not necessary, but they appreciated it. Be well!Pamela_C
September 2023
My last day in Portugal has been amazing! Visited Berlenga Island. Began our boat ride in Peniche. It was about a 45-minute ride to Berlenga. I had been warned about rough seas to the islands and that many people would be sick, but we had a smooth ride. Started out chilly and foggy, but turne...
My last day in Portugal has been amazing! Visited Berlenga Island. Began our boat ride in Peniche. It was about a 45-minute ride to Berlenga. I had been warned about rough seas to the islands and that many people would be sick, but we had a smooth ride. Started out chilly and foggy, but turned into a fantastic day. Our tour guide, Nuno Dias, did a great job and everyone in our tour group was super friendly. A definite grand finale on my trip. Highly recommend!!!Jaime_C
August 2023
Talking about nature and history of the island. We enjoyed the nice scenery without being disturbed by other turists - perfect timing.
Talking about nature and history of the island. We enjoyed the nice scenery without being disturbed by other turists - perfect timing.Lucy_S
August 2023
Juan, our guide was super kind and helpful! We were able to not get sea sick because we took motion sickness pills, so I would highly recommend doing the same.
Juan, our guide was super kind and helpful! We were able to not get sea sick because we took motion sickness pills, so I would highly recommend doing the same.