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Boat trips in the Algarve

52 listings in the Algarve

Boat trips along the Algarve coast: caves, dolphin tours, sunset cruises and private charters.

The 10 best boat trips in the AlgarveUpdated October 2026 · computed from real engagement, no paid placement

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AlgarExperience
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AlgarExperience

A 19-boat fleet running Benagil cave, dolphin-watching, sunset and parasailing trips from marinas in Albufeira, Vilamoura, Lagos and Portimao.

Albufeira
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Izzy's Beach Restaurant
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Izzy's Beach Restaurant

A legendary beachside destination famous for its relaxed vibe, panoramic ocean views, and lively weekend sessions.

Almancil
25
BoatRent.pt
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BoatRent.pt

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Skipper your own 17ft speedboat on the Ria Formosa: full-day self-drive charter from Faro, €400/day, skipper available on request.

Faro
213
Tridente Boat Trips
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Tridente Boat Trips

Family-run boat tour operator in Armacao de Pera running Benagil Cave and coastal cave trips, shared tours from €25, private from €250.

Armação de Pêra
12
Ocean Quest Algarve
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Ocean Quest Algarve

Vilamoura catamaran tours, dolphin watching and yacht charters since 2017, now with a Sunseeker Portofino for 2026 private luxury charters.

Vilamoura
9
Dream Wave Algarve
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Dream Wave Algarve

A 20-year-old family boat operator in Albufeira Marina running dolphin-watching and Benagil cave catamaran cruises plus jet ski hire.

Albufeira
7
Nautitours

Nautitours

Boat trips, kayak and SUP rentals on the Guadiana River with cultural and historical guided tours.

Vila Real de Santo António
6
Riosultravel
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Riosultravel

Guadiana river cruises to Alcoutim and 4x4 jeep safaris from Vila Real de Santo António, running since the late 1970s/80s.

Vila Real de Santo António
6
Seacret Tours
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Seacret Tours

Albufeira Marina operator running private boat tours to the caves and dolphins plus coastal kayak trips to Benagil, bookable online.

Albufeira
5
Feel Free Algarve Tours

Feel Free Algarve Tours

Boat tours from Ferragudo to historic Silves, Benagil Cave and the Algarve coast.

Ferragudo
4
Vilamoura Dreams Cruises (Morningstar Yacht)

Vilamoura Dreams Cruises (Morningstar Yacht)

Private 200 sqm luxury yacht charters from Marina de Vilamoura for up to 18 guests: Benagil Cave, Ria Formosa and sunset cruises, RNAAT 743/2022.

Vilamoura
4
Formosamar

Formosamar

Marina-based Ria Formosa tour operator in Faro running dolphin-watching, bird-watching, island and private boat charters, licensed RNAAT no 123/2009.

Faro
4
Sabino Boat Tours
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Sabino Boat Tours

Ria Formosa boat trips from Olhao by the hour, plus dedicated dolphin watching, from €25.

Olhão
4
BlueFleet
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BlueFleet

A 12-boat fleet from Lagos Marina running six tour types: grotto, coastal cruise, kayak, Benagil, dolphin-watching and private Blue Breeze charters.

Lagos
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Cruzeiros da Oura
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Cruzeiros da Oura

Boat tours from Vilamoura Marina since 1991: Benagil caves, dolphin watching, sunset cruises, fishing and private events.

Vilamoura
3
Char Luxury Charters
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Char Luxury Charters

Private yacht charters from Vilamoura, with two boats, tailored family and small-group trips to Benagil Cave and beyond.

Vilamoura
3
Boatrips

Boatrips

Catamaran and boat tours from Lagos to Ponta da Piedade and Benagil, running since 2000.

Lagos
3
Elite Yacht Charters Algarve
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Elite Yacht Charters Algarve

Private crewed yacht charters from Vilamoura Marina to the Benagil caves, dolphin watching and sunset cruises, with an eight-yacht fleet.

Quarteira
3
Cool Charters Vilamoura
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Cool Charters Vilamoura

Boutique Azimut 58 Flybridge yacht charters from Vilamoura Marina since 2016: day, half-day and sunset cruises to the Benagil Cave for up to 12 guests.

Vilamoura
3
Oursea Yachts
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Oursea Yachts

Private catamaran charters along the Algarve coast with tailored sailing experiences.

Albufeira
2
Estrela da Ria Formosa
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Estrela da Ria Formosa

Ria Formosa island-hopping and dolphin watching boat tours from Faro, visiting Deserta, Farol and Culatra islands, direct or WhatsApp booking.

Faro
2
Bom Dia Boat Trips
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Bom Dia Boat Trips

Traditional wooden sailboat trips from Lagos Marina since 1980: grotto tours, sunset sailing, kayaking and a four-hour Bay of Lagos cruise with lunch.

Lagos
2
Algarve Grotto Trips
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Algarve Grotto Trips

Boat trips from Lagos to the Ponta da Piedade grottoes and Benagil, plus dolphin watching, kayaking and fishing.

Lagos
2
Algarve Charters
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Algarve Charters

Boat trips and sailing experiences from Albufeira Marina along the Algarve coast.

Albufeira
1
Odyssey Boat Tours
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Odyssey Boat Tours

Small-group Ria Formosa boat tours from Olhao: island hopping, sunset trips, dolphin and seahorse watching, from €25.

Olhão
1
Rota das Ilhas
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Rota das Ilhas

Family-run ecological tourism company offering boat tours of Ria Formosa natural park.

Olhão
1
Condor de Vilamoura

Condor de Vilamoura

A classic 1987-built sailing schooner operating from Vilamoura Marina since 1986, running coastal cruises, boat parties and private charters.

Quarteira
1
Alvor Fishing Donzela
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Alvor Fishing Donzela

Fishing charter operator in Alvor running the 32ft boat Donzela: family, bottom, shark, jigging and big game fishing trips.

Alvor
1
Passeios Ria Formosa
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Passeios Ria Formosa

Licensed Ria Formosa boat tour operator with departures from Olhão, Fuseta, Santa Luzia, Tavira and Cabanas.

Moncarapacho
1
Suncrew
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Suncrew

Boat tours and island transfers in Ria Formosa departing from Olhão.

Olhão
1
Wooden Boat Tours
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Wooden Boat Tours

Traditional Portuguese boat tours, kayak experiences and rentals from Alvor exploring caves and beaches.

We come to you · Alvor
1
Days of Adventure
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Days of Adventure

A Lagos Marina boat operator running Benagil catamaran cruises, Ponta da Piedade kayak tours, dolphin watching and sunset sailing.

Lagos
1
Izzy's Boat Charter

Izzy's Boat Charter

Experience the Algarve coastline in style aboard 'Izzy's', a sleek Axopar 37 Sun-Top.

Vilamoura
12
Benagil Express
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Benagil Express

A Portimao-based maritime tourism operator running small-group boat tours that go inside the Benagil cave and the cliff caves along the Algarve coast, rather…

Portimão
8
Royal Nautic
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Royal Nautic

Boat trips and tours exploring Benagil caves and the Algarve coast, including private yacht experiences.

Portimão
Algarve Boat Rental

Algarve Boat Rental

Self-drive boat rental and skippered charters from Marina de Lagos: powerboats, motor cruisers, yachts and catamarans.

Lagos
Timeless Moments

Timeless Moments

Yacht charters, boat sales and RYA training from Vilamoura Marina, with cruises from Benagil to Ponta da Piedade.

Vilamoura
Magic Moments Boat
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Magic Moments Boat

Yacht charter, boat rental and sailing from Marina de Lagos: day trips, sunsets, overnight stays and crossings.

Lagos
Karma Boat Cruises
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Karma Boat Cruises

Private motor yacht and sailing charters from Lagos Marina, with fuel and drinks included.

Lagos
Titus Boat Tours

Titus Boat Tours

Boat tours, aqua taxi and beach tickets across the Ria Formosa, operating from Cacela Velha and Tavira.

Cacela Velha
MyCrew
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MyCrew

Private yacht charters and boat trips along the Algarve coast, based in Portimão.

We come to you · Portimão
Alvor Boat Trips
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Alvor Boat Trips

Family-run boat trip operator in Alvor since 1997: Benagil Cave tours, fishing trips, coastal cruises, Silves River cruises and sunset cruises.

Alvor
Ocean4You
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Ocean4You

Family-run marine tourism operator in Tavira since 2014, running Ria Formosa boat tours, dolphin trips and fishing charters.

Tavira
Salema Tours

Salema Tours

Boat trips offering dolphin watching, cave tours, fishing and kayaking from Salema beach.

Salema
James Charters
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James Charters

Family-run luxury yacht charters from Vilamoura Marina: 9 named yachts, Benagil Cave trips and special occasion cruises.

Vilamoura
Marina Boat Charters

Marina Boat Charters

Private boat charters from Marina de Lagos on a RIB, a motor yacht or a catamaran, for half or full days.

Lagos
EasyDream Charters
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EasyDream Charters

Private yacht charters from Albufeira Marina, from morning and sunset cruises to full days and dolphin trips.

Albufeira
Funtastik Tours
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Funtastik Tours

Lagos boat trips by O Pirata: Ponta da Piedade caves, dolphin watching, sunset trips and sport fishing.

Lagos
Quadrant Algarve

Quadrant Algarve

Private skippered sailing charters from Marina de Lagos on a Grand Soleil 46 for up to eight guests.

Lagos
Seascape Algarve
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Seascape Algarve

Private boat charters and watersports from Lagos Marina on four boats for up to 12 guests.

Lagos
Algarve Fishing

Algarve Fishing

Sport fishing trips and boat trips off the Algarve coast, based in Faro, skippered by Captain Pedro.

Faro
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SequaTours

Ria Formosa boat tours and water taxi services from Tavira with local skippers and small groups.

We come to you · Tavira

Boat trips in the Algarve: FAQs

How many boat trips are there in the Algarve?

Algarve Circle lists 52 boat trips across the Algarve, each with direct contact and real reviews, and no commission.

Which boat trips are on Algarve Circle?

They include AlgarExperience, Izzy's Beach Restaurant, BoatRent.pt, Tridente Boat Trips, Ocean Quest Algarve.

Where in the Algarve can I find boat trips?

Among other towns: Albufeira, Almancil, Faro, Armação de Pêra, Vilamoura, Vila Real de Santo António.