
Alcácer do Sal& the Sado River
Follow the river inland, past open landscapes and into a town full of history.

Coast & clear water · 2½–3 hours
From the Sado to Tróia and the beaches beneath Arrábida’s green hills.
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Leave Carrasqueira towards Tróia, then follow the white-sand beaches of the Arrábida coast. The journey reaches Portinho da Arrábida and the Santa Margarida cave, returning along the Setúbal coast.

Along the way
Pass the area of Tróia’s Roman ruins on the way to the coast.
See the beaches, Portinho da Arrábida and Santa Margarida cave.
Ask about going ashore for a walk to the Fort of Santa Maria da Arrábida.
Dolphins may appear along the route, but sightings are not guaranteed.
All three routes leave from Cais Palafítico da Carrasqueira, near Comporta. We confirm the meeting arrangements when organising your trip.
Our boat leaves the harbour at high tide. The time changes each day, so we confirm it with you after you request a date.
Departures operate with a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 10 guests. If there are fewer of you, ask us about joining a departure. Your request does not guarantee a place.
Flamingos may be seen on the Sado depending on the season. Dolphins may be seen on the Arrábida route. These are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Please tell us your children’s ages and any access needs before booking. We will confirm suitability, the applicable child price and cancellation arrangements directly with you.

Your starting point
Wooden walkways, fishing boats and the wide-open Sado. Our journeys begin at the Cais Palafítico, just outside Comporta.
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