--- title: Berlenga Island Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/lisbon/tours/berlenga-island-small-group-day-trip-from-lisbon/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 100 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.72 reviews: 243 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 7 of 7 (Small-Group Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/tours/berlenga-island-small-group-day-trip-from-lisbon/ --- # Berlenga Island Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon **Guidekin's take:** A small group day to Berlenga Grande off Peniche: the boat crossing, the fort, a glass bottom boat into the caves and snorkelling gear, with a fast or a slow boat tier. Food and hotel pickup are not included, and the island needs ID details in advance. 4.72 from 243 reviews at €100 per person. In our comparison: #7 of 7 in Small-Group Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## 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. OPTIONS: All year: 3 hours at Berlengas + Óbidos (October to Mid-May) or Baleal (Mid-May to September) --> Fast Boat Spring/Summer: 5 hours at the island --> Slow Boat IMPORTANT: Since 2019 the control over the maximum number of visitors at the Island has been changed. Therefore, you need to provide personal details to register for the visit. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point is in front of the… - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €70: ages 3 to 11 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €100 per person for the Fast Boat 3 Hours in Berlengas option; other options up to €120 - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.72/5 from 243 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Around Lisbon - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.72 from 243 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 226 of 243. - 5 stars: 207 (85%) - 4 stars: 19 (8%) - 3 stars: 6 (2%) - 2 stars: 7 (3%) - 1 star: 4 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides, island scenery and cave visits; rough crossings can cause seasickness. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, helpful guides who explain the island's history and nature - Island scenery, clear water and views around the fort - Boat visits to the sea caves are a frequent highlight - Free time for swimming, relaxing on the beach and exploring independently - Restaurant meals, particularly fish and seafood **Complaints:** - Some report rough crossings and seasickness, while others describe calm boat rides - Steep hills, uneven paths and stairs to the fort can be harder than expected - Poorly communicated pickup changes have left travellers waiting - The cave boat ride feels too short for some travellers Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-08-05 to 2026-09-27); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Fast Boat 3 Hours in Berlengas | €100 / person | English | Duration: 8 hours: Overall, this option will be shorter, bringing you back to Lisbon earlier. Also visits Baleal/Óbidos Faster boat | | Slow Boat 5 hours in Berlengas | €120 / person | English | Duration: 10 hours: This tour allows you more time in Berlengas, but will also return you back in Lisbon later. Slow Boat: This slower boat is the only one allowing you 5 hours to enjoy at the island. | ## What's included - Expert guide - Use of Snorkelling equipment - Glass-bottom boat excursion - Transport by air-conditioned minivan - Round-trip boat trip ## Not included - Gratuities - Food and drinks - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Kayak ride at the island ## Itinerary 1. **Praca Dos Restauradores** (pass by, no stop) - Start your tour in central Lisbon 2. **Estacao Do Rossio** (pass by, no stop) - The meeting point is right next to Rossio Train Station 3. **Avenida da Liberdade** (pass by, no stop) - Drive by Avenida da Liberdade on the way to Berlengas! 4. **Estatua do Marques de Pombal** (pass by, no stop) - Pass by Marquês de Pombal on your way to Berlengas! 5. **Fortaleza de Peniche, Portugal** (30m) - You'll have some time next to the Peniche Fort. 6. **Baleal Beach** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy the views over Baleal Beach. 7. **Cabo Carvoeiro** (pass by, no stop) - Sail past the Carvoeiro Cape! 8. **Join us at the meeting point and depart to the most unique tour you can do in...** (pass by, no stop) - Join us at the meeting point and depart to the most unique tour you can do in Lisbon! 9. **Our destination: an amazing island 7 miles off the coast** (4h) 10. **Castelo de Obidos** (pass by, no stop) - Pass by the village of Óbidos and admire its Castle in the distance. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point is in front of the MANGO clothing Store, in Restauradores Square. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJZYao_IAzGQ0RGXo5-aYQ7aU Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - 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). - Wear comfortable clothing and footwear ## Compared with other Small-Group Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 7** | €100 | 10h | 4.72 (243) | shared | | [Lisbon Small-Group Food Tour with 18 Tastings in Alfama District](/portugal/lisbon/tours/lisbon-small-group-food-tour-with-18-tastings-in-alfama-district/?format=md) | €105 | 4h | 4.95 (2122) | shared | | [Lisbon Foodie Small-Group Walking Tour](/portugal/lisbon/tours/lisbon-foodie-small-group-walking-tour/?format=md) | €79 | 4h | 4.95 (738) | shared | | [Lisbon Small-Group Food Tour: Eat & Drink Like a Local](/portugal/lisbon/tours/lisbon-small-group-food-tour-eat-drink-like-a-local-5560182P5/?format=md) | €79 | 3h | 4.97 (237) | shared | Ranked #7 of 7 in Small-Group Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €19 to €105, median €79; typical length 4h. 0 of 7 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/lisbon-small-group-tours/?format=md ## More in Lisbon - All Lisbon tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/tours/berlenga-island-small-group-day-trip-from-lisbon/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/?format=md