Snorkelling Boat Tour in Reserva Natural de las Berlengas from Peniche
Explore the underwater beauty of the Nature Reserve of Berlengas with this fun snorkelling boat tour from Peniche!
Practical information
Snorkel through crystal-clear waters and explore thriving marine life in the stunning Berlengas Nature Reserve, just off the coast of Peniche. With two guided sessions in serene, shallow bays and expert supervision, this full-day adventure is perfect for nature lovers of all levels.
Please allow a full day for this activity.
- Meet your instructor at the dive center in Peniche.
- Get equipped and ready in the changing rooms (7mm wetsuit, hooded vest, boots, mask, snorkel, fins).
- Transfer by van to the harbor
- Board the boat for a 30–40 minute ride to the Berlengas Natural Reserve.
- Enjoy a 1-hour snorkeling session in a sheltered bay with shallow waters.
- Take a 1-hour surface break on the boat to rest and eat (water, bananas and a Pastel de Nata provided – bringing extra food is recommended).
- Begin a second 1-hour snorkeling session in a different bay.
- Return by boat to Peniche and transfer back to the dive center.
- Optional: take a shower at the facilities (shower gel and towels provided).
- End of activity.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time.
All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.
All participants under 18 must provide written parental consent.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.
- Boat trip
- All necessary snorkelling gear
- Instructor
- Skipper
- Bottled water
- Banana
- Pastel de nata
- Changing rooms
- Shower
- Insurance
- Photos
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Sunscreen
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Light meal
- Hat
- Sunglasses
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Practical information
Explore the underwater beauty of the Berlengas Nature Reserve on a full-day snorkelling tour departing from Peniche, just 1 hour from Lisbon. This marine protected area is home to crystal-clear waters, sheltered bays, and thriving sea life - a true haven for snorkelling lovers of all levels.
Led by a certified instructor from Haliotis Dive Center, this experience includes two 1-hour snorkelling sessions in different areas around the Berlengas islands, adapted to sea conditions and your experience level. You’ll discover vibrant marine life in shallow, protected bays like Cova do Sono, Flandres, or Baía do Forte São João Batista, known for their sandy and rocky seabeds, reefs, and species such as salemas, seabreams, mullets, octopus, and starfish.
Throughout the day, you’ll be guided by a professional team who will provide safety briefings, identify species with a marine life guidebook, and offer assistance from the boat at all times. All equipment is provided, including a 7mm wetsuit with hooded vest, boots, mask, snorkel and fins. There is no need for a life jacket, as the wetsuit provides natural flotation.
Between sessions, enjoy a relaxed break on the boat with water, bananas, and a traditional Pastel de Nata (feel free to bring your own lunch too). After a refreshing day in the Atlantic, you’ll return to Peniche where facilities are available for a warm shower.
Come to pend the day visiting the best spots around the island of Berlengas, exploring the subaquatic world and its wonderful marine species with this snorkelling boat tour from Peniche, Portugal!
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