Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour in Lagos + Snorkelling
Overview
Paddle directly from Praia da Solaria with a local guide and explore the famous caves, grottoes and rock arches of Ponta da Piedade. Most departures include a beach stop for a swim or snorkel with provided masks, while the sunset departure focuses on the coastline at golden hour.
What's Included
- Double sit-on-top kayak
- Dry bag
- Snorkel masks on departures with beach stop
- Life jacket
- Support boat
- Paddle
- Certified local guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Cais da Solaria
8600-315 Lagos, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Paddle along the spectacular Ponta da Piedade coastline in Lagos and explore caves, grottoes and natural rock arches with a local guide. Most departures include a beach stop where you can swim or use the provided snorkel masks; sunset departures lasts 2 hours ,the focus on the golden-hour coastline and do not include the beach stop.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All participants must have basic swimming skills
- Children must be accompanied by an adult in the same kayak
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- Not available for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival; please check in at least 15 minutes before departure time
- Total weight per double kayak should not exceed 440 lbs (200 kg)
- Minimum age is 4 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-11000P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Key West Private Charters’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Double sit-on-top kayak.
- Dry bag.
- Snorkel masks on departures with beach stop.
- Life jacket.
- Support boat.
- Paddle.
- Certified local guide.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour in Lagos + Snorkelling is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour in Lagos + Snorkelling will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Double sit-on-top kayak
- Dry bag
- Snorkel masks on departures with beach stop
- Life jacket
- Support boat
- Paddle
- Certified local guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All participants must have basic swimming skills
- Children must be accompanied by an adult in the same kayak
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- Not available for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival; please check in at least 15 minutes before departure time
- Total weight per double kayak should not exceed 440 lbs (200 kg)
- Minimum age is 4 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
