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Open-Water Swimming in Cascais

66 Reviews 4.94 out of 5 stars Based on 66 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 98% of reviewers | Cascais, Portugal

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Discover breathing, swimming, and anxiety management techniques.

Learn how to check the weather and understand currents for optimal swims.
Improve your technique with the help of a professional guide

Enjoy the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure on this open-water swimming lesson in Cascais.

Meet your tour guide at Praia da Duquesa Beach for a quick safety briefing and introduction. Next, enjoy a brief warm-up then jump into the sea for an acclimatization swim nearby before beginning your adventure along the Cascais coast.

Take in panoramic views of the Bay of Cascais as you swim in the company of your guide. The guide will provide you with feedback throughout the tour and will take photos and videos which you can use to improve your technique. At the end of the tour, warm up with a hot mug of tea.

What's Included

  • Swim cap (our offer)
  • If you need, we can provide a swim buoy
  • Personal Accidents Insurance
  • Wetsuit rental (€30/person)
  • Tips for your guides
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Praia da Duquesa
2750-334 Cascais, Portugal

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What To Expect

My lessons are designed to be a balanced combination of relaxation and adventure. I spend a great deal of time planning each of my swim routes, ensuring that I offer you a tailored experience that you will never forget.

On this day, we will meet at Praia da Duquesa in Cascais. After arriving, you will meet me and your fellow swimmers for a safety briefing and discussion about the swimming lesson. If you are a beginner swimmer we can also do a private coaching session.

We will then hold an acclimatisation swim nearby and start our adventure along the Cascais coast (from 1.5km or more depending on your ability and if you want to do a short or long distance swim). There you will have the opportunity to swim in very enjoyable clear waters. The view from here is unrivalled as the entire Bay of Cascais is laid out before us.

The session will last 1 hour with time to warm up, meet up and after our water session get a hot tea. I provide swim buoy and, if required, a wetsuit rental. I will be swimming beside you all the time and giving you all the support you need. I will be filming you while swimming for further analysis of your technique.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Open-Water Swimming in Cascais?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (WEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Swim cap (our offer)
  • If you need, we can provide a swim buoy
  • Personal Accidents Insurance
  • Photos and videos included
  • Experienced guides
  • Wetsuit rental (€30/person)
  • Tips for your guides

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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