Portugal · BOAT TOURS IN THE ALGARVE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 boat tours in the Algarve worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Speed boat from Portimão to Benagil Caves with cliff views, skipper-led safety, and an optional sunset return in 90 minutes.
“The activity was on time, the guide was so nice explaining and cracking jokes in between and worth the money.”
Portimão’s Benagil Sea Caves speedboat tour gives you a thrilling 90-minute RIB ride along Algarve cliffs, with close cave views.
“The experience from the core at check in to the end was awesome. Bernardo was great at customizing the experience for each person helping to get the best shots. His personality was very engaging and it made the trip even more special. The best experience to see the caves”
Speedboat from Albufeira to Benagil Caves and dolphin watching, with a short swim stop. 2 to 2.5 hours along the Algarve coast.
“Had the best time, so lucky the dolphins were there on my trip and got to watch the pod . Amazing . The guide was lovely informative& answered all questions . No option was offered to swim which we were informed it would be . This didn’t ruin the trip as it was nice . The caves are a true wonder -amazing .”
RIB cruise from Albufeira to hunt wild dolphins, then explore sea caves including Benagil, with a marine biologist onboard.
“the only thing that could possibly have improved was the weather overall it was a lovely experience I would recommend a light jacket for the sea breeze but it was good”
Catamaran cruise from Albufeira to Benagil Sea Cave with guided coastal sights, a possible swim stop, and sea cave views in 2.5 hours.
“The boat felt safe and it was very comfortable and clean.”
75-minute boat cruise from Lagos to Ponta da Piedade, with cave-hugging views, live guide commentary, and turquoise coves.
“Great way to discover the magnificent grottos and beaches of Ponta da Piedade. Guide was very entertaining and informative.”
Cruise from Lagos to Benagil Cave by agile speedboat, with live guide stories, tide-based stops, and bonus dolphin chances.
“A great short, two hour speed boat ride to the spectacular caves! Well worth the money and a good commentary by the skipper of the boat.”
A 2-hour Portimão boat tour to Benagil Cave and Praia de Marinha, with small diesel-free boats, photo time, and optional swimming.
“Captain Pedro and Guide Guilherme are really nice. They introduce each cave in details. It's a good trip.”
Portimão pirate ship cave cruise in the Algarve. Sail aboard Santa Bernarda, then tour Benagil caves by small boat.
“The staff were really engaging and it was just a really fun activity for all the family”
Small-boat Lagos cruise to Ponta da Piedade caves, 75 minutes of cliff views and live commentary. Family-friendly, from $20.
“The guide was very nice and knowledgeable and we got lucky and were even able to see dolphins.”
Small-group boat trip from Faro through Ria Formosa Natural Park to Farol and Deserta, with bird spotting and swim time.
“We took the Sunset tour In July. Our guide was Ricardo, he gave us infomation on the birds we saw, the protected zones, the islands we visited and he checked in with all guests regularly to ensure they were happy and having an enjoyable time. The sunset on the way back was beautiful. It was a lovely trip and gave a great snapshot of the islands. The price was comparable to other companies. The information sent before was also useful. Overall a fantastic experience.”
Kayak Lagos sea caves from a catamaran at Ponta da Piedade, with a slide into and out of the ocean, plus a short swim break.
“the guides were fun and informative, we very much enjoyed the good vibes on the water and the well organized trip. did not expect we could swim in the sea in november and were pleasantly surprised! big recommend!!”
Albufeira parasailing from the Marina with Momentos Dinâmicos: up to 10 minutes in the air, harnessed safety, big Algarve views.
“First time parasailing and I’m not keen on heights. We were explained everything on the boat ride and I have to say it was a very enjoyable experience, considering I’m not keen on heights it was relaxing and therapeutic. We went as a family of 5 (4 adults and 1 child) and we all loved it. Took lovely photos to take away as our memories. Thankyou very much. Well worth the money, lovely boat ride after.”
3-hour catamaran from Albufeira for Benagil’s Cathedral Cave, dramatic Algarve cliffs, WiFi onboard, and a weather-dependent swim stop.
“This activity is great value for money ! the boat is spacious with every facility you would need on board. The guide was great fun and spoke in both english and portuguese. I would 100% recommend this for anyone thinking of booking”
Catamaran cruise from Lagos along Ponta da Piedade and Camilo, with a swim stop near Praia da Luz. WiFi onboard, drinks available.
“This was so much fun. Th crew was so nice and professional. Amazing tour for the price we paid. It’s so much more worth. Would recommend this to everyone.”
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