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Share with us the lives of our resident bottlenose dolphins

Discover with us the secrets of the Sado Estuary and Arrábida Natural Park.

Whether by sea on a catamaran voyage or by land on a jeep tour, the natural beauty and regional produce of the surrounding countryside and coastal areas is there waiting for you.

Share with us the lives of our resident bottlenose dolphins, one of the only three estuarine populations in Europe.

Relax on our secluded beaches listening to the gentle waves of the estuary and the sounds of birdlife in the trees.

We think you will agree with us that we have many wonderful things for you to experience.

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Programs

Dolphin Watching

Observation of the resident community of bottlenose dolphins of the Sado.

Including: Guided boat tour – visiting the Sado estuary and the Arrábida coast - Stopping for snorkelling (in summer);
Period: All year;
Duration: 3 hours;
Min Pax: 8;
Price: 30 Eur/adult – 20 Eur/Children under 12;

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Bird Watching

Observation of different species of birds within the Sado estuary.

Including: Briefing – Guided birdwatching boat tour, with written references and binoculars available;
Períod: October to March;
Duration: 3 hours;
Min pax: 8;
Price: 30 Eur/adult – 20 Eur/Children under 12;

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Boat tour with meals on board

On board the Catamaran “Esperança", enjoy the beauty of the coast of Troia, Arrábida and the Sado estuary. Discover different flavours and sensations in this peaceful atmosphere.

Including: Catamaran tour with lunch/dinner on board. A visit to the coast of Arrábida and Sado. Stopping for snorkelling (in summer);
Period: All year;
Duration: 4 hours;
Min. pax: 30;
Price: 70 Eur/adult – 40 Eur/children under 12;

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Dolphin watching – Jeep tour through Sado Estuary or Arrábida

Meeting the dolphins, experiencing the flavours, history and traditions of Sado or Arrábida regions.

Including: Dolphin watching - Lunch with regional dishes-Jeep tour of Sado or Arrábida (lunch included);
Period: All year;
Duration: 8 hours;
Min. pax: 8;
Price: 80 Eur/adult – 45 Eur/childrens under 12;

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Sado Jeep Tour

From “Troia”, travel through the rice paddies of “Comporta”, to the fishing harbour of “Carrasqueira”. Onwards then through “Monte Novo” and “Montevil” where we can see many bird species, e.g. storks, egrets and in winter flamingos. Visit the castle of “Alcácer do Sal” before returning to “Setúbal” or “Troia”.

Arrábida Jeep Tour

Travel over the mountains of the Arrábida Natural Park, with excellent views of the estuary and Troia Peninsula, stopping briefly at the “Convento da Arrábida” before continuing towards Azeitão along the country roads of the Picheleiros Valley. Visit the wine cellars of José Maria da Fonseca where you can sample the delightful local wines and Moscatel. Next discover the traditional production of portuguese tiles in a nearby workshop that uses methods from the XVII century. Lastly visit “Quinta de Alcube”, a small farm where regional cheese and wine are produced, before returning to “Setúbal”.

Dolphin Watching and Jipe tour with transfer starting from de Lisbon / Cascais

Dolphin Watching and visit Arrábida coast – Jipe tour in Arrábida Natural Park, Sesimbra e Cabo Espichel – incluides a visit to the Wine cellars.

Period: All year;
Half day: 54€ Lisbon: 59€ - Cascais (Hotel pick up e drop off, Dolphin watching, Jipe tour not included);
Full day: 75€ Lisboa ; 80€ - Cascais (Hotel pick up e drop off, Dolphin watching, Jipe tour not included);
30% descont for Children under 12;

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Programmes for Groups

We have a variety of programmes available to groups who may wish to hire the Catamaran “Esperança” exclusively.

Catering service on Board:

Welcome drink - 10 eur/pax;
Tasting of 3 or 4 types of cheese with 3 to 4 wines - 25 eur/pax;
Tasting of Oysters and Sparkling wine - 25 eur/pax; - Tasting of Chocolate Valrhona and Moscatel from Setúbal and Moscatel Roxo - 25 eur/pax;
Buffet meal - from 25 eur/pax;
Children’s Birthday Menu – 10 eur/pax;
Sushi – Confection of sushi live 35 eur / pax;

You may also choose :

Jazz Session – 375 euros;
Live music – 300 euros (portuguese guitar, sounds from Cabo Verde, Cuba or Brasil);
Yoga – 250 euros (maximum of 30 pax);
Birthday party on board;

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The Boats

Esperança

The “Esperança” is a catamaran of 75 - 22.80 m, built by Fountaine Pajot in 2007, with two engines of 135hp Nanni diesel that gives an average cruising speed of 9 knots. The boat has bar service, toilet, showers, music, and six large hammock-like nets, the "Be & Jazz Lounge“, where people can lie down and relax to the sounds of the sea.

It is an ideal boat for parties and groups.

The boat’s capacity is 60 passengers.

Hei Matau

Hei Matau is an inflatable boat of 8.5 m, built by the Joker, Italy, in 2001. It has a Yamaha engine of 250HP and cruising speed of 27 knots. This boat is ideal for filming, photography, research and other professional work that requires access to secluded areas.

The boat’s capacity is 18 passengers.

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