Sesimbra: Sesimbra and Espichel Grotto Tour
ID: GYG261872-453722
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Take a boat tour along the Luis Saldanha Marine Park coast to visit the caves and unique grotto formations, ranging from Sesimbra to Espichel. Upon your return, stop at Baleeira Bay dive in its crystal clear waters which are only accessible by boat.
Espichel Cape is famous for its geological wealth and country’s unique limestone formations. To begin your boat tour, you'll depart from Sesimbra to Espichel Cape. Throughout the experience you'll visit the caves and geological formations that cover this coastal region.
You'll begin with a visit to the Tamboril Grotto, with its zenithal lighting and crystal clear waters. From there, you'll proceed to the entrance of the Frade Grotto, which is one of the biggest cave formations in the area. You'll also encounter “Mesas”, which are geological formations made by marine erosion.
Your tour will eventually wind down with a visit to Sesimbra's Caves, where you'll encounter the monumental Arco da Pombeira Grotto. You will also discover here “Bifa”, a singular geological formation at the cape’s feet where you can see the sea being expelled as if it was a geyser. Upon return, you'll have the option to stop for some diving in Baleeira Bay's crystal clear waters.
Highlights
- Visit the Tamboril Grotto
- Encounter the entrance to the Frade Grotto
- Witness “Bifa”, a singular geological formation at the cape’s feet
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please meet at Bolhas Tours.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
