Water activity

Peniche: Berlengas Island Round-Trip Ferry

Water activity

Peniche: Berlengas Island Round-Trip Ferry

From US$ 23.71 per person

Travel by catamaran to the secluded Berlengas Islands, which are home to the Arquipélago das Berlengas nature reserve. Explore the natural landscape, scenic fort, and crystal-clear waters that are teeming with sea life.

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Duration 4 hours
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Host or greeter
English, Portuguese

Experience

Highlights
  • Admire the imposing cliffs overlooking the harbour
  • Enjoy the unique Elephant rock formation
  • Explore São João Baptista Fort built in the 17th-century
Full description

The Berlengas archipelago is situated 16km west of Peniche, a powerful granite block which belongs to the parish of St. Peter, in the Peniche municipality. The archipelago is a protected area that includes various nature reserves and is considered a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 2011. Depart from the harbor of Peniche and enjoy a 30-minute ferry ride along the turquoise sea waters. Arrive at the Berlengas harbor from where you will be able to freely explore the archipelago. Start with a visit to the São João Baptista fort built in the 17th-century. This little fort is one of the most visually striking buildings in Portugal. After this, go for a swim at Praia do Carreiro do Mosteiro, the only beach that is accessible and safe to swim from. Next, find the café and restaurant on the island before taking the ferry back to Peniche

Includes
  • Ferry from/to Peniche's Marina to Berlenga Island
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • On June 1st, 2022, according to Ordinance no. 19/2022 from January 5th, a tourist tax has started by ICNF with the purpose of controlling the human load on Berlenga Island. When you buy the ticket to the boat, it is mandatory that you buy the tourist tax
  • This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
  • You need to be at the meeting point 30 minutes prior to the departure
  •  You will exchange your voucher for a physical ticket before departure
  • It's advisable to bring plenty of water as it can get very hot
  • The morning departure leaves at 9:00 AM and returns at 1:30 PM from August 1 to Sept 15. The rest of the year it leaves at 10:00 AM and returns at 3:00 PM
  • The afternoon departure only works from August 1 to Oct 5. It leaves at 3:00 PM and returns at 6:30 PM
  • Note: The 12 PM trip is on a smaller boat called "AzulOrizonte" that makes the trip in 40 minutes.
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 225 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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Zeer mooi eiland om te bezoeken. Dit dit beter niet op een hete dag +30 gr. Voor ons gezin 5 personen kostte dit 110€ (2 maal 35min boot) eenmaal ter plaatste kwam er nog 37€ bij aan toeristenbelasting, wat ik wel veel vond. eenmal ter plaatste kan je nog voor 8€ pp in een kleiner bootje de omgeving wat verkennen voor 30min... wat ook wel leuk was maar dan zit je al bijna aan 200€ voor 5 personen zonder eten of drinken

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March 26, 2023

Bring a small backpack and sneakers so you can walk around the island. It is very small, half a day is more than enough if you don't do other activities like visiting the caves. The beach is very small and if you want to chill you may have not space to do it.

March 26, 2023

MUY BUENA EXPERIENCIA. EL BARCO GRANDE Y MUY CÓMODO. LOS GUÍAS ESTUPENDOS, HABLANDO EN TODOS LOS IDIOMAS DE LOS PRESENTES. NOS LLOVIÓ, PERO AÚN ASÍ NOS HAN LLEVADO A VER LAS CUEVAS SIN PROBLEMA INCLUSO MOJÁNDOSE ELLOS. MUY PUNTUALES LO CUAL SE AGRADECE MUCHO. CUIDADO CON LA HORA, PONE DE 10 A 14, PERO 14 ES LA RECOGIDA EN LA ISLA DE VUELTA A PENICHE. NO LLEGAS A PENICHE A LAS 14. LO ACLARO PARA QUIEN HAGA PLANES LUEGO.

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March 26, 2023

Product ID: 294795