Cabo Espichel day hike near Lisbon in Sintra, Portugal (Sesimbra Natural Park)

Enjoy a day long hike at the beautiful Cabo Espichel near Lisbon, in Sintra, Portugal, in the Sesimbra Natural Park with one of our experienced guides.

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Highlights

Enjoy a full day hike along the Cape Espichel in Sintra, Portugal.
Visit dinosaur tracks full of footprints that are millions of years old.
Very easy, this trip is ideal for families.

Description

Located near the beautiful capital city of Lisbon in Portugal, the Cape Espichel in Sintra is an absolute wonder to explore.

Positioned in the Sesimbra Natural Park, the Cape Espichel is home to two major dinosaur footprint sites. Those sites are the Pedra da Mua track that has tracks from the late Jurassic era and the Jazidas de Lagosteiros track that has tracks from the Cretaceous period. Both of these spots will blow your mind as you see mammoth tracks dating back tens of millions of years!

During this trek, the dinosaur tracks are not the only incredible things you will be seeing. You will also get to enjoy some magical costal views. And, you will also get to visit the Sao Domingos da Baralha fortress.

This is not a difficult trek. As a result, it is ideal for families, as the kids will love seeing the dinosaur tracks. However, because the route is approximately 11 kilometers long, participants should be in good physical condition.

The Cape Espichel is an astoundingly stunning place. The history, the views and the atmosphere are nothing short of incredible. To join us on a day long trek through this wonderful area, all you have to do is send a request.

We can also take you on a hiking trip to the Pena Palace and the Castle of the Moors in Sintra.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

Along with the guiding fee, the price also includes water and snacks, but does not include lunch and transportation to and from your hotel.

Details

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Participants should bring comfortable clothe and shoes, as well as a hat and sunscreen.

Meeting point

Espichel Cape

About the guide

Bork

BORK You is an adventure travel agency based in Lisbon, Portugal. Discover Portugal Nature Parks through kayaking, diving and hiking expeditions in Sintra Cascais, Arrábida, International Douro, South-East of Alentejo and Vicentine Coast, International Tejo and Berlenga Archipelago. All expeditions are monitored by qualified instructors who love their job and will share their enthusiasm and passion with you.

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