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Sailing in Portimao: the 3 Best Trips

3 sailing trips  ·  seats from $37 each

The coast of Portimao from the water: 3 sailing trips with their prices, how long each is out and what is served on deck.

Cruise 3, Benagil - Afternoon - Caves 14:30H - 17:00H - Inside Benagil, Echo Cave, and the Coastal Formations
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Cruise 3, Benagil – Afternoon – Caves 14:30H – 17:00H

1.Cruise 3, Benagil – Afternoon – Caves 14:30H – 17:00H

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 129 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $42Top of the fleet

From Portimão, the Santa Bernarda cruises past Ferragudo, Carvalho Beach, Benagil, and Praia da Marinha. Captain Bernada and the crew share coastal information as you head toward Alfanzina Lighthouse. You anchor for a swim and transfer to smaller boats for a closer look at the caves. Bring a towel, jacket, and steady footing for the boat change.

“Very friendly staff and crew. They are a little unorganized at the pier but don't let that sway your decision. It would help if they had better signage and a booth at the pier/dock. The boat arrived to the pier 15 minutes late so it took awhile before the other passengers disembarked and we were allowed on the boat. All of the boat's sails were not open so don't expect the boat to look exactly like it does in the photos. I'm sure winds dictate how many sails they can have safely rigged. The boat was clean and safe. Nice snacks and drinks on board to purchase. Make sure to…”

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Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option - Golden cliffs, small beaches, and rock formations
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Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option

2.Portimao: Luxury Sail-Yacht Cruise with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 126 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $37Lowest fare aboard

Set out from Portimão Marina for a 2 to 2.5 hour yacht cruise along the Algarve coast. Your two-person crew, speaking English, French, Portuguese, or Spanish, points out cliffs, beaches, caves, and rock formations. Choose a daytime or sunset departure, bring light snacks, and swim if sea conditions allow. The yacht is too large to enter Benagil Cave.

“We were the only ones on the boat so had a private tour, was excellent.”

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Portimao: Half-Day Sailing Yacht Cruise to the Benagil Caves - The Algarve coast from the sea
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Portimao: Half-Day Sailing Yacht Cruise to the Benagil Caves

3.Portimao: Half-Day Sailing Yacht Cruise to the Benagil Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 44 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $67

Set out from Portimão Marina for 3.5 hours on a sailing yacht with guides such as Mario, André, or Tiago. Expect golden cliffs, beaches, rock formations, swimming stops, two paddleboards, and a chance to spot dolphins. The route can change with sea conditions, so confirm how Benagil fits the day’s plan.

“Nos pareció excelente , Mario y André muy amables. Buena ruta, nos bañamos dos veces, hicimos paddle board y vimos delfines.”

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