HIPPOtrip Lisbon: Amphibious Sightseeing Tour

Land Circuit (65 minutes)

Starting from Doca de Santo Amaro, the tour covers Lisbon’s most significant sites including the UNESCO World Heritage Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, Discoveries Monument, Marquês de Pombal Square, Avenida da Liberdade, Rossio Square, Commerce Square, National Coach Museum, and the charming neighborhoods of Jardim da Estrela.

Water Circuit (25-30 minutes)

Experience the dramatic transition from land to water at Doca do Bom Sucesso ramp. From the Tagus River, enjoy spectacular views of Belém Tower from water level, the Discoveries Monument, 25 de Abril Bridge from below, Lisbon’s colorful skyline, and the Cristo Rei statue across the river.

Tours run daily year-round, rain or shine.

All passengers must be able to climb the 5-step boarding ladder independently, making the tour unsuitable for those with significantly reduced mobility.

Open-sided vehicles with roll-down plastic windows may not be suitable for all weather conditions or mobility needs.

All tours feature simultaneous commentary in Portuguese and English from entertaining guides who focus on audience engagement rather than formal historical presentation. These “animators” share fascinating local myths, legends, and historical curiosities while encouraging passenger participation through interactive chants and activities.

HIPPOtrip Building at Doca de Santo Amaro, Alcântara (1350-353 Lisboa), located almost directly under the 25 de Abril Bridge.

Full refunds available when cancelled at least 48 hours before your scheduled tour time.

Embark on a comprehensive tour that seamlessly blends 65 minutes of land exploration with 25-30 minutes of river cruising.

This perfectly timed experience ensures you see all major Lisbon landmarks without feeling rushed, while maintaining excitement throughout the journey.

The fixed duration makes it easy to plan your day around other activities, and the non-stop format means no waiting at stops or dealing with crowds getting on and off.

Your journey is guided by charismatic animators who transform typical tour commentary into an interactive show.

These skilled performers deliver historical facts through humor, myths, legends, and audience participation, creating memorable moments that stick with you long after the tour ends.

Expect sing-alongs, Portuguese chants, fun facts about Lisbon’s culture, and entertaining stories that bring the city’s history to life in ways traditional tours never could.

Experience Lisbon’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites and famous monuments from both street level and water, offering photography angles impossible to achieve on standard tours. See Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, the Discoveries Monument, 25 de Abril Bridge, Commerce Square, and Cristo Rei statue from unique vantage points.

The highlight arrives when your vehicle transforms from bus to boat, driving directly down the ramp into the Tagus River with an exhilarating splash.

This dramatic transition, accompanied by epic music and passenger cheers, creates an unforgettable moment that defines the HIPPOtrip experience. It’s the photo opportunity everyone talks about and the moment that makes children (and adults) squeal with delight.