Portugal · SNORKELING
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 snorkelling trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Kayak from Funchal to Garajau, paddle past Lazareto, then snorkel crystal-clear waters with fish and possible cliff jumps.
“Marco was a very friendly and informative guide, the snorkel spot was amazing and would recommend to anyone.”
Kayak and snorkel Arrábida Natural Park from Lisbon. Explore caves, see sea life near Anicha Rock, and enjoy optional cliff jumps.
“We loved it!! We had such a great day out, Antonio was personable and informative, which set the day off on the right tone. We loved the trip.”
Paddle from Funchal to Garajau for kayaking and snorkeling in Madeira’s marine reserve, with easy gear, small-group vibes, and optional jumps.
“I really enjoyed the tour, it was a lot of fun, and the guides were very friendly and helpful. The route is perfect for beginners, and they showed a lot of understanding for those who are not as strong. The swimming spot was also beautiful, with places to jump for anyone looking for a bit of excitement. But I would recommend everyone sandals or bath shoes because the stone beach is a bit rough.”
Snorkel Vila Franca do Campo Islet in the Azores with wetsuit gear, small-group guides, and a boat circle above and below the water.
“It was great! I really enjoyed snorkeling and seeing the parrot fish! The rocky terrain and water! The whole team made sure we had what we needed and helped us navigate the whole experience! Roberto even when above and beyond and gave me a great restaurant recommendation as well!”
Snorkel in Madeira near Funchal with a short lesson, gear, and bright fish sightings for about 2 hours, shore or protected reserve by boat.
“This was my first time snorkeling. I felt very safe and loved it”
2-hour Ponta de São Lourenço snorkeling by speedboat from Quinta do Lorde. Wetsuits, gear, and guides in protected waters.
“Great experience. Very helpful staff Jessie ( sorry if I spelled it wrong) and Hernan. They both were very friendly.”
Lisbon to Arrábida by van for a small-group kayak tour, wild beach snorkeling, GoPro photos, and tea, cookies, and drinks after.
“what a wonderful activity. the guides were amazing and friendly. the group was small who h made of. very personal adventure. I panicked a bit at the begining and the guides were so wonderful at. calaming me down and I was able to do the adventure without any stress. they. checked in on me throughout and the cree time at the end was just right.”
3-hour boat tour from Sesimbra through Arrábida Natural Park, with cave stops, snorkeling off wild beaches, and Setúbal liquor on board.
“Everything was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Catarina, was incredibly kind, friendly, and knowledgeable. It was a truly memorable experience that we highly recommend to everyone. Five stars!”
Kayak and snorkel in Arrábida Natural Park from Lisbon. Small groups, included wetsuits and gear, caves, cliff jumps, octopus.
“We went on a kayaking tour with Antonio as our guide. The tour was amazing, and my boyfriend and I had an incredible time. The location was beautiful, highly recommended. There were no negative aspects at all. The highlight of the trip was definitely snorkeling. We highly recommend this tour because it is very well organized. In particular our guide was very experienced, he spoke multiple languages, and he was extremely friendly.”
Small-group boat tour from Sesimbra to secret bays and beaches, with snorkeling in Parque Marinho Professor Luiz Saldanha.
“Such an incredible tour in terms of the value for its money!”
Coasteering and snorkeling on Portugal’s Vicentine Coast from Raposeira, with optional cliff jumps, caves, and small-group safety.
“Wandern, klettern, schnorcheln, von Felsen springen und schwimmen. Mit unserem englisch sprechenden guide André war dieser Ausflug absolut gelungen!!! 60€ für 4 Stunden Spass und Entdeckung ein guter Preis. Absolut empfehlenswert!”
Coasteering near Sagres from Lagos: cliff jumps, rocky coast walking, and occasional snorkeling in the Vicentine Coast National Park.
“one of the most fun things we've ever done! excellent guides, amazing views, completely awesome experience! worth every penny, and would definitely do it again!”
Kayak into Madeira’s Garajau underwater nature reserve, then snorkel in Atlantic waters with safety gear and a small guide-led group.
“Booked a 9am kayaking tour with our guide Antonio Ramos. He was very knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna as well as the landmarks surrounding the area. He brought us to another snorkeling spot after our first one only had a few fish. At the second location we saw a huge amount of wildlife. The views above and below the water were exceptional and we thank Antonio for showing us all of it. We will return to Madeira in the future and will definitely be booking with Lokoloko again for more ocean adventures.”
Kayak and snorkel from Sesimbra through Arrabida Natural Park, with possible sea caves, secluded beach stops, and included photos.
“We had a great tour with Ines. We were the only one so it was a private tour for us 😎 Even though the weather was cloudy and windy we had a great experience and fun times with Ines.”
Kayak from Caniço into Garajau Marine Reserve, then snorkel clear Atlantic waters with a local guide. Small group, 2 hours.
“Communication before the trip was good. Our guides were fab and fun. Instructions were clear. Life jackets provided.The area that we went kayaking and snorkeling was beautiful and there were lots of fish. It was nice that it was a protected nature reserve. There's a hotel and nice restaurant nearby to have a pleasant drink in afterwards too. We loved the area.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
