Arrábida SUP Tour
Stand Up Paddle Through One of Portugal’s Most Breathtaking Coastlines
Experience the untouched beauty of Arrábida Natural Park on our signature Arrábida Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Tour — a relaxed yet adventurous journey through crystal-clear waters, sea caves, hidden beaches, and protected marine life.
This tour is designed for both beginners and experienced paddlers, combining gentle instruction, exploration, and moments of pure connection with nature.
Tour Highlights
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Beginner-friendly SUP lesson
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Paddle inside the Arrábida Marine Reserve
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Explore sea caves, white-sand beaches & turquoise water
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Spot colorful fish and, if we’re lucky, dolphins
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Optional snorkeling at Anixa Island
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Relax on a beach often voted #1 in Europe
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GoPro photos & video included
What to Expect
We meet in the morning at Mana Kai Paddle or a pre-arranged meeting point in Arrábida. Upon arrival, enjoy coffee, water, fresh fruit, and pastries while we outline the day and provide a short SUP lesson for beginners.
Once ready, we launch from a carefully selected beach (chosen daily based on weather and tide conditions) and begin our paddle along Arrábida’s dramatic coastline. Along the way, you’ll glide past sea caves, cliffs, and schools of fish visible beneath you thanks to the area’s exceptional water clarity.
Our journey continues toward Anixa Island, where you’ll have the option to snorkel in shallow, calm waters. Keep an eye out for octopus, small seahorses, and vibrant marine life. We bring a GoPro to capture the experience — your photos and videos will be emailed to you after the tour.
After swimming, we relax and warm up on the soft white sand of one of Europe’s most celebrated beaches. Take your time, enjoy the scenery, and soak in the moment before we gently wrap up the day.
If you choose the transport option, we’ll take care of pickup and drop-off from your hotel or location.
What’s Included
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Premium SUP board & paddle
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Life jacket
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Snorkel & mask
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Local snack (fruit & pastries)
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GoPro photos & video
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Insurance
What you will need:
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Water
- Smile 🙂
All tours are subject to change depending on weather and ocean conditions. Safety and quality always come first.
Tour Highlights
- SUP lesson for beginners
- Stand up Paddle in Arrabida Marine Reserve (encountering sea caves, beautiful beaches, a lot of fishes and maybe dolphins…)
- Snorkeling (optional) at Anixa Island
- Snack at the most beautiful beach in Europe
What to expect
Along our trip, we will encounter Sea caves and many fish that you will be able to see through the crystal waters. We will make our way to Anixa Island where you will have the option to snorkel around the shallow clear waters and look for Octopus and little Seahorses.
I will bring along the GoPro and capture your good times. We will email the pics and video to you 😉
After our swim, you will need to warm up, and what better way to do that than on the white-hot sand of the Voted #1 Beach in Europe.
After enjoying this paradise for a while, we will call it a day.
If you choose to add transportation we will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel/location.
What is included:
- SUP with Paddle
- Lifejacket
- Snorkel/Mask
- Local Snack (fruits, pastries)
- GoPro Video/Pics
- Insurance
What you will need:
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Water
- Smile 🙂
+351 928028151Reviews
- Daniel D
My girlfriend and I had an absolute blast learning to paddle board with Nate. Not only is he an awesome guy, but he offers a truly unique way to experience... read more the beautiful waters, scenery, and history of Sesimbra. It does not matter what skill level you are with paddling because Nate provides plenty of instruction and makes you feel safe and confident in the water. Half way through the tour he whipped up a tasty lunch while we relaxed on a hidden beach. It’s a must do if you’re planning a trip to Portugal. 
January 1, 2022Anita C The tour was amazing! Nate is such a nice person and he was very funny. Definitely made the day even better! Our experience was a blast! Would really recommend to... read more anyone in the area!
June 23, 2019carlykp I was traveling alone and actually got in touch kind of late with Nate and Joana, but they were amazingly accommodating and so kind. I adored the chance to talk... read more with Nate about living in Portugal along with learning the history of SUPing - I...More
June 21, 2019 - Ananda S Would recommend taking a Mana Kai paddle boarding tour to anyone traveling to Sesimbra and Arrabida. It’s the best way to see the area. Nate is chock full of fun... read more history facts, makes you feel safe and confident on the board, and provides a delicious variety of local food and drink along the way. We went in January and the conditions were perfect. Whether traveling during peak season or not, I’d urge all visitors to book an experience with Mana Kai!
January 1, 2022Lisa We did the paddle winery tour plus another morning of paddle boarding. Couldn’t get enough! Nate gave us clear instructions and we felt very safe. He has great stories to... read more tell and knows all the good places to check out in the area. During the tour by car we stopped at some interesting spots. Paddle boarding is a lot of fun and Mana Kai is the only one with the real paddle boards (not inflatable ones). Highly recommend booking here! Including the winery tour is worth it as well, you will see some amazing things and try out some very local wines.
August 1, 2020Erica M Our tour with Nate was a barrel of laughs! He gave detailed instructions to get us going, all the while taking every opportunity to make every moment funny and lighthearted.... read more The tour itself was a memorable adventure. We always felt totally safe and the surrounding area is truly magnificent ? Nate is a really cool guy with a wealth of knowledge on everything related to the sea and the local area. I cannot recommend this experience enough. We were first-time paddle boarders and I left this afternoon feeling like I could go out and buy a paddle board. Hooked! ??
August 1, 2020