Guided Tours

HIPPOtrip: Lisbon Amphibious Sightseeing Tour

4.8/5(55)

Lelle S

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

What a fun way to discover Lisbon! 💦 Me and daughter had such a great time on HIPPOtrip. Tomas was fantastic – funny, engaging and full of energy, and Claudio made us feel completely safe behind the wheel (even when our bus decided it wanted to become a boat! 😂). A big thank you to both Tomas and Claudio for making the experience so memorable. Seeing Lisbon from both the streets and the water was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommended! 💛🇵🇹

Sofia (

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

Very entertaining guy! He is very good at what he does. The "boat" part was great. The other part ok. Actually speaking in two languages obligates the guide to talk too quick (not his fault ofcourse as this is the "construction " of the trip). Overall, i think it is a bit expensive for what it offers.

Maria P

Family

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The journey, by land and sea. Fá Fá’s personality—he’s an excellent entertainer. Very affable, very friendly, and very creative. He managed to get everyone involved, proving he’s the ideal person for this role. Thank you to everyone, and congratulations to the team. I’ll be back.

Leo N

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The HIPPO Trip tour was amazing in Lisbon. Highly recommended and easy to book yourself via the Headout website. The transition from land to water was spectacular, what an experience! Especially if you have a super active tour guide. Simply amazing.

Lena C

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The guide was amazing and the commentary was very funny. The highlight was of course driving into the water, and again the guide and accompanying music brought it to another level

Virginia R

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

An unforgettable experience—the perfect blend of fun and culture! Taking the Lisbon tour aboard this amphibious bus was simply a fantastic experience! Going from driving on the road to plunging right into the Tagus River is a thrilling moment that alone is worth the entire ticket price. Special praise goes to the young woman who served as our guide and entertainer—she was extraordinary! She was incredibly friendly, captivating, and remarkably knowledgeable. Throughout the entire tour, she kept us engaged by sharing fascinating and never-boring trivia and anecdotes about Lisbon, all with a contagious smile and energy. If you visit Lisbon, you absolutely cannot miss this: it’s the most original, fun, and comprehensive way to discover the city. Highly recommended!

Hop aboard a 90-minute amphibious adventure from Doca de Santo Amaro and discover Lisbon by road and river in one thrilling loop!

Cruise past 8 landmarks like Cais do Sodré and Belém, splashing into the Tagus River for views of Belém Tower, Discoveries Monument, with departures every two hours.

Your bilingual English and Portuguese guides are full of stories, jokes, and local gems, keeping the whole family entertained from start to finish.

Life jackets are on board, so you can relax and enjoy an amphibious Lisbon adventure that keeps safety built into every splash.

90-minute non-stop amphibious sightseeing tour

Live commentary in English and Portuguese

Life jackets onboard

Hop-on Hop-off service

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Lelle S
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
What a fun way to discover Lisbon! 💦 Me and daughter had such a great time on HIPPOtrip. Tomas was fantastic – funny, engaging and full of energy, and Claudio made us feel completely safe behind the wheel (even when our bus decided it wanted to become a boat! 😂). A big thank you to both Tomas and Claudio for making the experience so memorable. Seeing Lisbon from both the streets and the water was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommended! 💛🇵🇹
Sofia (
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Very entertaining guy! He is very good at what he does. The "boat" part was great. The other part ok. Actually speaking in two languages obligates the guide to talk too quick (not his fault ofcourse as this is the "construction " of the trip). Overall, i think it is a bit expensive for what it offers.
Morvan E
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Nice outing, very motivated team, the best part being the entry into the water 👍 for the city tour (personally, nothing crazy)
Cibele M
Family
Verified booking
2 days ago
Ana was a fantastic entertainer and all of the staff was very accommodating and thoughtful! Great way to see lots of Lisbon.
Albena M
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Very exciting water experience. Nice tour in the city, but most interesting was taking the tour with a bus in the river :)

Hippotrip amphibious sightseeing tour

Board a unique amphibious vehicle at Doca de Santo Amaro and roll through Lisbon's iconic squares and avenues before making a spectacular splash into the Tagus River at Belém! With enjoyable live commentary in English and Portuguese, this thrilling 90-minute loop delivers street-level city views and stunning river perspectives of Belém Tower, the Discoveries Monument, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and Cristo Rei.

Schedule

Departure:

From Oct to March: 10am, 12pm, 2:10pm, 4:10pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro

From Apr to Sept: 10am, 12pm, 2:10pm, 4:10pm, 6:15pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro

Weekends & summers: Additional tours at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm/7pm from Hippotrip, Doca de Santo Amaro

Frequency: once every 2 hours

Duration: 90 minutes

What’s not allowed

Food & beverages are not allowed on this experience.

Large bags and luggage are not permitted on this experience.

Children under 2 are not allowed on the tour for safety reasons.

Accessibility

The vehicle is not suitable for people with reduced mobility; boarding involves climbing several steps without a lift.

Additional information

Arrive at Doca de Santo Amaro at least 15 to 20 minutes before your chosen departure, so boarding can start on time.

The tour lasts about 90 minutes and does not include stops; you remain on board for the full circuit.

Children 2 to 16 years must be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.

Commentary is live in Portuguese and English; the guide alternates languages rather than using recorded audio headsets.

Tours operate most days of the year, but may be adjusted or canceled if river or weather conditions affect amphibious operations.

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