Outdoor activities in Portugal
Pack your multi-night trip with Big Blue in Portugal full of awesome outdoor adventures & watersports, perfect for groups wanting to include some quality shared experiences together!
Adventure inspo for your multi-night group getaway or day-trip
Below is our menu of outdoor activities and unique experiences to choose from, as part of your multi-night package or day trip with Big Blue Adventures in Portugal.
The outdoor activities and unique experiences that we have on offer in Portugal are all tailored to your group size (minimum of 10 required), your confidence levels and to fit within your Big Blue package. Create unforgettable memories together whilst on a day trip from Lisbon; going coasteering or sea-kayaking in Sesimbra, followed by a local buffet lunch with drinks overlooking the harbour, before jumping on the transfer back to the Portuguese capital. Or why not opt for a group adventure on Madeira? Discover the sub-tropical island on a full day 4×4 Jeep tour with amazing views along the way, and abseil down waterfalls while canyoning. Algarve & Ericeira are the best places to go for a group surf lesson, or a day of exploring the pretty countryside on a guided mountain-bike session – finishing with a glass of wine overlooking the sunset.
Our most popular group adventures in Portugal
We highly recommend adding at least one of our best-selling group activities to your multi-night getaway or day trip in Portugal. From Surfing to Coasteering, we can make sure each experience matches your group’s adventure vibe and fitness level.
Other great activities & group experiences
If our best-sellers aren’t ticking the right box for you, or if you want to add a second activity to your group package, then we have a host of other fun experiences to choose from. Whether it’s adrenaline-fueled adventures or taking it slow in the sun, we’ve got you covered!
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Sea Kayaking
Get up close to the stunning coastlines of Portugal, feel the flow of the ocean and glide across turquoise waters. Explore stunning beaches and incredible rock formations hidden along the rugged coast, and add an extra stop where you can enjoy some snorkelling together. Sea-Kayaking is a fun and beginner-friendly watersport for groups of all sizes in Portugal.
Locations: Lisbon Region, Madeira Island, West Algarve & Lagos
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4×4 Jeep Tours
A great way to explore the island of Madeira or the rugged coastline of the Arrábida Natural Park is to go off-road on a 4×4 Jeep tour. Leave it to the local experts while you take in the best viewpoints in the area and the incredible nature Portugal is famous for. Our routes are all tailored to your wants & needs, whether that’s including a nice swim stop, a local lunch or wine tasting along the wine.
Locations: Lisbon Region, Madeira Island
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Boat Tours
Relax and unwind with a scenic boat tour on the coast of Portugal. Stop off for some swimming, sunbathing and enjoy tasty drinks & meals on board, whilst keeping your eyes peeled for dolphins! From a smaller sailing yacht on the Tagus River to a large Catamaran on the Madeira coastline, it’s a fun activity option for all team sizes across our Portuguese destinations.
Locations: Lisbon Region, Madeira Island, West Algarve & Lagos
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Sightseeing & Exploring
Once you’ve had your adrenaline hit on one of our outdoor adventures, it’s time to hit the road and see more of your chosen Portuguese destination! Visit colourful Pena Palace and the historical Moorish Castle in Sintra near Lisbon & Ericeira. Take the cable car up from Funchal in Madeira to Monte and enjoy an exploration around the Botanic Gardens. We can also go a bit further afield with a visit to Nazare where you can watch the world’s biggest waves! We’ll tailor-make your sightseeing itinerary to suit your wants & needs, and make sure it’s the perfect day out for your group.
Locations: Across all our Portuguese destinations
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Climbing & Rappelling
Rappell down a huge cave system on the Arrábida coastline near Lisbon, or climb up rock faces on Madeira Island and in Sintra near Ericeira! A great beginner-friendly activity for small-medium groups, that will push your boundaries and work on trust and team support.
Locations: Lisbon Region, Madeira Island, Ericeira
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Beach Yoga
If you’re looking to completely switch off, relax to the sound of crashing waves, and focus on practising mindfulness, then a beach yoga session is the perfect choice. It’s an easy-going group activity that everyone can join in with, you don’t need to be a proper yogi to participate! If the weather is not playing ball, we can move the experience indoors.
Across all our Portuguese destinations
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Tuk Tuk Tour
Explore the Portuguese capital on a tailor-made Tuk Tuk tour around the historic streets of Alfama and the best viewpoints of the city. And there is no better way to end the tour than with a cheese & wine tasting at a local wine bar while enjoying some traditional Fado music.
Locations: Lisbon Region
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Whale & Dolphin Watching
Year-round warm waters make Madeira island one of the best places in Europe for whale & dolphin watching. Sesimbra, near Lisbon, is also frequently visited by large pods of dolphins. Enjoy an immersive experience on a rib-boat, with knowledgeable local guides there to tell you all about the local wildlife.
Locations: Lisbon Region, Madeira Island
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Foodie Experiences
Buzzing after your group adventure but in need of a tempo change? No worries, let’s get you involved in some culinary culture. Enjoy an immersive experience with a local Poncha making workshop in a natural setting on Madeira Island – the famous rum drink! Try your hand at a Pastel de Nata cooking class (the tasty Portuguese custard tarts) or sit back and relax with a delicious wine tasting, there are lots of fun group experiences to add to your adventure package for your foodies out there!
Locations: Across all our Portuguese destinations
Why adventure with us
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Group specialists
Group adventure travel that goes the extra mile. Enjoy a multi-night package hosted by award-winning specialists, tailor-made for your team with capacity from 10 to over 200 people. Our expert insight, your Big Blue Adventure.
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Handpicked destinations
We spend a lot of time at our locations and know what works well for offsites. Our handpicked destinations offer great group accommodation options, good travel links, quality facilities and world-class adventures.
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Quality group activities
We work as one big team with our local activity providers, making sure that together we offer a brilliant experience for groups. Each adventure has been tried & tested, and personally chosen by us.
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Service and trust
Your travel funds are safe with us. We’re fully compliant with UK Package Travel Regulations by using Protected Trust Services (PTS), giving you peace of mind.
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Frequently asked questions
Our group adventures are 100% tailored to your group, and that includes our activities. We can create a Big Blue Adventure that suits your specific budgets, time requirements, skill levels, and what you want to include for the perfect group getaway.
The cost of each activity will depend on where you go and how many people will be taking part. Generally, larger groups have a cheaper per-person cost than smaller groups as there are more people to split the core costs between.
Depending on which activities you’re taking part in, some level of preparation may be required. In general, we ask people to bring:
- Swimwear or spare underwear to wear under your wetsuit – enough for each activity, and avoiding anything baggy as it can get uncomfortable!
- A towel – In Wales, we also bring cosy towel ponchos to help you get changed
- Sun cream
- Water – please try to avoid single-use plastics!
- Any medication you need (EpiPen, inhaler, etc)
- Suitable clothing for all weather types, even if you’re going to one of our warmer destinations such as Portugal, the weather can quickly change. So make sure you come prepared!
Other activities may need additional items, such as a pair of old spare trainers and shorts you wouldn’t mind getting roughed up a little for canyoning and coasteering. Or good boots if you’ve opted for a guided hike.
Anything else, we can help you with after you’ve booked your awesome group adventure. All the essential equipment for each activity will be provided.
We like to tie in a delicious meal with our adventures. It’s a great way to boost your energy levels after burning a lot of calories during your outdoor activity, and it’s also a nice moment for your group to just hang out together and chat about the awesome activity you just had together.
Meal & drink options on a day-trip can include:
- Packed lunch
- Lunch or Dinner with drinks at a local venue after the activity
- A brewery tour, wine or gin tasting combined with some tasty food!
All this depends on what you want to do, what your budget is, and how much time you have to fit this all in.
Start planning your next getaway
Once you’ve figured out where to go and what you want to do, the next step is simple. Just get in touch – we’ll send you a quote or set up a no-strings-attached chat, online or by phone, to explore your ideal group trip.
