The 15 Peniche Tours That Repay the Climb

1.Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,473 reviews · 4 hours · from $46Our pick

From Peniche, take a seasonal boat to Berlengas for a glass-bottom ride past caves and a guided island hike. Expect sea views, the old fortress, steep steps toward the lighthouse, and some time by the beach. Guides speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish. The four-hour trip costs $46 per person, with food and a tourist registration fee extra.

“It was an excellent tour, the highlight of my Portugal trip. We watched a TV show featuring this island and that’s how we decided to visit Portugal and this tour didn’t disappoint a bit. The weather was nice, the island was beautiful, the guide Pedro was well versed and informative, the boat cave tour was better than expected. Highly recommended!!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Berlenga Island and Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,432 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

From Peniche, take a catamaran or seasonal fast boat to Berlenga Island, then switch to a glass-bottom boat for caves including Elephant Cave and Furado Grande. Afterward, explore the island’s paths, beach, lighthouse, and Forte S. João Batista at your own pace. Guides speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

“Fantastic day, great tour guides , fun (but bumpy) boat ride out to the island, and beautiful scenery. An absolutely great day and very reasonably priced”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 825 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Meet your captain in Peniche, cross to the Berlengas archipelago, then circle its caves and cliffs in a glass-bottom boat. You’ll have about two hours on the island to walk, take in the views, and visit São João Batista Fort. The four-hour trip includes ferry transport and a boat tour; a mandatory tourist tax is extra.

“This experience was excellent!! Great value! I would recommend it to anyone !”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Berlengas Island Round-Trip Ferry with Island Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 596 reviews · from $28

Ride from Peniche to Berlenga Island, about 16 kilometers offshore, then explore at your own pace. You can walk to São João Baptista Fort, swim at Praia do Carreiro do Mosteiro, and look for the Elephant rock formation. The four-hour outing includes round-trip ferry transport and free time, but not the ICNF visitor tax, food, or drinks.

“Exceptional standards of service. Kind, professional people who explained everything clearly and check up on their passengers throughout the bumpy ferry to Berlenga. 100% recommended. Muito obrigado.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Surf lessons Beginners ,Intermediate, advance level

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 229 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Go4surf runs two-hour surf lessons in Peniche for beginners through advanced surfers. Meet near Gamboa Beach, get a board and Billabong 4.3 wetsuit, then work with an instructor in English, Portuguese, Spanish or French. Past instructors include Gustavo, João, Zala, Thiago, Miguel and Bernardo.

“Superfun! Zala and the other staff was so nice and took good care or us, a family of five😃”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Berlenga Island Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Leave central Lisbon by minivan for Peniche, then cross by boat to Berlenga Grande, a protected island of caves, cliffs, and clear water. Explore the 17th-century fort and nature reserve with a guide, then choose free time for swimming, snorkeling, or lunch, plus an included glass-bottom boat excursion. Guides such as Nuno and Diogo have led the trip.

“Worthy! The place is fantastic. LOVELY day trip from Lisbon if you happen to stay there. Our guide, João, was very reliable. 10 out of 10 overall experience.”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Berlengas The Atlantic Frontier: Day Tour from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 158 reviews · 10 hours · from $117

Travel from Lisbon to Peniche with an English- or Portuguese-speaking guide, then cross to Berlenga Grande for a fort visit, a steep island walk, and a glass-bottom boat ride past caves and cliffs. You’ll have about 2.5 hours for lunch, the beach, or snorkeling. Guides such as Nuno, Diego, and João have led the trip.

“It was the most epic tour ♥️ great people and nice food. 🐙🏝️💙 The island was just incredible. The schedule was always on time. And the Tourguide Joao was polite and very nice to go with.”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 83 reviews · 1 hour · from $21Best value

Meet your skipper at the Atlantis Water Fun kiosk in Peniche Marina for a 45-minute to one-hour coastal ride. Start slowly for photos and views of Náu do Corvos, then pick up speed toward Consolação, reaching as much as 40 knots. Guides speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish. Paulo and Fernando are names associated with the friendly, lively guiding style.

“actividad muy divertida además de interesante, buen trato del personal en general”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Berlenga Grande Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 44 reviews · from $148

Travel from Lisbon to Peniche, then cross by boat to Berlenga Grande, a protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. A local guide leads you along island trails, and a glass-bottom boat visits caves and coves before you see the Fort of S. João Baptista. Groups are limited to eight; Miguel is one guide named by past participants.

“One of the best trips in my life. The tour en nature was beautiful, the organisation was perfect and the woman that brought and picked us up was very nice sweet woman. We wouldt wanted to miss this and its ib my top 5 best tours ever.”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Berlenga Grande Island Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14 reviews · 8 hours · from $222

Ride from Lisbon, Sintra, or Cascais to Peniche, then take a roughly 40-minute boat trip to Berlenga Grande for time on its reserve paths and around its caves. A private driver-guide handles transport and a stop in Óbidos. Guides have included Angela, Adriano, Miguel, and Rafael, though your guide may differ.

“Great day trip! The island preserve is beautiful. Our guide Angela was terrific. She arrived to pick us up exactly on time. She was informative. She took us to some local places which we greatly appreciated. I would recommend this trip to anyone. It is a little expensive but worth it for the comfort and convenience.”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Round trip to Peniche, Berlengas.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 8 hours · from $100Top rated

Ride from Lisbon to Peniche in an air-conditioned vehicle, then take a boat to the Berlengas Islands for about four hours of free time. Mauricio has led some trips, bringing practical extras such as water, snacks, umbrellas, and beach chairs. Boat tickets and optional glass-bottom boat or kayak trips cost extra.

“Our trip to Berlengas was amazing. Our driver was so gracious. He made sure all our needs were met. We stopped at cliffs in peniche. It was very beautiful. We had a fabulous time. We highly recommend this excursion and if you can get Maurice you will be taken care of and have a wonderful day.”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.Berlenga Island Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $147

Travel from central Lisbon to Peniche by air-conditioned vehicle, then cross by boat to Berlenga Grande. Walk through its protected nature reserve, see the St John Baptist Fort, and enjoy time for the beach, a glass-bottom boat trip or snorkeling. Lunch is not included, and the snorkeling arrangements are worth confirming before you go.

“Bellissima esperienza.... Vale la pena visitare Berlenga almeno una volta nella vita... Purtroppo l'oceano era molto mosso quindi parecchia gente stava male in barca... Fortunatamente il tour é organizzato da una compagnia con un catamarano grande in grado di far sentire meno il mal di mare rispetto ad una barca piccolina... posto splendido e bella gita nelle grotte!”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.Group Surf Class in Peniche with PKSC

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 7 reviews · from $34

PKSC’s 100-minute group surf class pairs you with local coaches for beginner basics or guidance to improve your surfing. The school sits above a Peniche beach, so you can take your board down the stairs to the water. Boards, wetsuits, insurance, and storage are included. Classes are in English or Portuguese.

“Very knowledgeable and friendly instructors, great place for beginners.”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.Tour to Berlengas, a UNESCO natural reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4 reviews · 8 hours · from $175

Travel from Lisbon to Peniche in a small group of up to eight, then cross by boat to the Berlengas Biosphere Reserve. You get about four hours on the island, including a 30-minute clear-bottom boat ride past caves and São João Baptista Fort. Swim, snorkel, walk or relax by the sea. Kayaking and lunch cost extra.

“Sunny day. Friendly driver had food and drinks with him for us. to make us feel welcome and comfortable to and from peniche Boat trip was good as Well Guide from boat Company very knowledgable about the history. And easy Beach access from boat Dock. Without having to take the stairs”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.Berlenga Grande Island & Mafra Palace Private Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $199

Travel by private vehicle from Lisbon to Mafra Palace and Peniche, then take a boat to Berlenga Grande for island paths, beaches and optional activities. The day also includes a stop in Óbidos. Hossain is named as a guide, though your assigned driver may differ. The ferry ticket, food and island activities cost extra.

“We had an exceptional day in Berlenga. Our guide, Hossain, was warm, accommodating, and highly professional. He provided us with thoughtful options throughout the day and ensured we experienced the best of the area. His driving was safe and smooth and the vehicle was exceptionally comfortable. We would gladly book with him again and highly recommend his services to others!”

Check availability →Read our full review