ALGARVE · SAILING
The best days on the water.
The 15 most popular algarve tours. What each sail costs, how long you are on the water, and which crews run it well.
Albufeira to Benagil by modern catamaran with cave views, Algarve beach stops, a short Atlantic swim, and multilingual guides.
Most Popular“Super nice and relaxed boat ride. The staff and guides are nice and make it a fun trip.”
Kayak Lagos Ponta da Piedade caves from a catamaran, with a slide-in start, guided grottos, and a quick ocean swim for $37.
“Our guide Bruno was very helpful and guided everyone throughout the tour. He took us to the caves, which were breathtaking. The boat who took us to the kayaking spot was always nearby, all the crew was kind and helpful. Amazing experience! Absolutely recommended.”
Parasailing from Albufeira Marina with pros, a safety-first briefing, and up to 10 minutes in the sky over Algarve coastline.
“Great tour guide , well briefed and fun experience”
Lagos catamaran cruise past Ponta da Piedade caves, Dona Ana and Camilo, with a swim stop near Praia da Luz and paddle boards.
“Great activity. Staff were really lovely and the boat trip was so enjoyable. A lovely way to see the Algarve coastline and the water activities were fun. Highly recommend.”
Parasail up to 80m over Albufeira in a small group. Single, double or triple flights with calm sky views for about 10 minutes.
“We did parasailing and it was a top notch experience.”
Join a Lagos catamaran cruise for dolphin spotting, marine biologist talk, and a swim stop with a water slide in the Algarve.
“Great trip with Discover Tours. Saw lots of dolphins and had great fun on the water slide at our swimming spot. Diago was a fun guide. Very knowledgeable and even went down the slide with us!! Would highly recommend.”
Cruise Lagos to Praia da Luz on a catamaran: Ponta da Piedade caves, paddle boards, inflatable balance track, Atlantic swim. $38.
“Amazing trip! Great value for money drinks (including cocktails), crew were fantastic going above and beyond giving a live tour, and lots of space for everyone! Accommodates expectant mothers which was a bonus as many tours wouldn't. Can't fault. If we're ever back we will join the Discovery Trips again!”
Kayak Ponta da Piedade from a catamaran in Lagos. Caves, arches, a quick swim, and an onboard slide for about two hours.
“Excellent. The staff were great as was the kayaking in and out of beautiful caves. It was a wonderful two hours spent on the water. We even went in for a quick swim. The water was icy but invigorating. A must do tour!”
3-hour catamaran cruise from Albufeira to Benagil caves, with swim stop and champagne toast along Portugal’s Algarve coast.
“Interesting information on the beaches and caves. The staff on board were excellent”
Catamaran from Faro through Ria Formosa: 4 stops on 3 islands, snorkel time, lighthouse photos, oyster farming, and optional fish lunch.
“Joao was our guide & he was absolutely fabulous. He would have to be the first guide that spoke equally in English & French making sure all nationalities did not miss out. The tour was really interesting & fun. We definitely enjoyed it & highly recommend it.”
3-hour Portimão catamaran cruise to Benagil views with swim stop, SUP/inflatables in a secluded bay, and an included snack for $34.
“This was an amazing experience. Really well organised and informative. The swim stop topped it off for my Children (15,11 & 8) who absolutely loved going on the inflatables and jumping off the boat into the sea. All of the staff were so friendly and couldn’t do enough to help. The boat was roomy with…”
Catamaran cruise from Albufeira to Benagil caves with BBQ and open bar on a beach, plus a champagne toast to end it.
“Highly recommend this trip.. we had the best day on the boat. Followed by a beautiful bbq in the beach and its views were sensational!!”
Catamaran cruise from Faro to unspoiled Ilha Deserta in the Ria Formosa, with free beach time and lunch at Estaminé.
“It was a fantastic day, our teenage kids LOVED it! Learned lots and had so much fun, highly recommend”
Cruise from Lagos to Benagil Sea Cave on a shaded catamaran. Expect epic views, quick cave time, and a swim stop if seas allow.
“Tough on a bad weather day, but made the most of the experience! The boat has a roof for the rain, but it can be cold so make sure to wear layers. The caves were very beautiful”
Cruise from Portimão to Benagil Caves by catamaran and dinghy, then enjoy a beach BBQ with open bar, swimming, and paddleboards.
“We had an amazing day. My wife, son ( who is autistic) and myself went on this trip and thoroughly enjoyed it. the trip to the Benagil caves was absolutely a trip in a lifetime also the crew who brought us there were very informative regarding the naturally formed caves. The BBQ was beautiful with…”
The sailing ports worth the trip, grouped by the sea they sit on.
