Boat trips · CATAMARAN CRUISES IN ALGARVE
The 12 best catamaran cruises in Algarve you can book today, with what each costs, how long you are aboard and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Cruise from Albufeira to Benagil by catamaran, with coastal caves, a swim stop, local guides, music, and excellent value.
“We had an amazing time! The guide was great, they had good music playing in the boat at a respectable volume. We got to jump off the boat for a swim half way into the tour. Lots of room on the boat to bring a bag and sit comfortably. Definitely recommend this tour!!”
Paddle through Ponta da Piedade caves from a catamaran, then swim and use the boat slide on this lively Lagos adventure.
“The kayaking was great. The guide was entertaining and even though it was foggy it was a great experience overall.”
Review of Lagos’s 150-minute catamaran cruise to Ponta da Piedade and Praia da Luz, with swim stop, paddle boards, views, and practical tips.
“We loved it! A fantastic way to see the beautiful landscape and lots of fun when we stopped at Luz. Highly recommend”
See wild dolphins, enjoy Algarve coast views, and slide into a secluded bay on this family-friendly Lagos catamaran cruise.
“We loved the tour. It was very informative and we saw lots of dolphins! Also had a lot of time do swim and jump from the boat. Super fun! Our female guide (Nadja) was very friendly and knowledgeable.”
Review of Albufeira’s 3-hour catamaran cruise to Benagil, with caves, swimming, coastal views, champagne, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Perfectly organized and amazing experience! Even if we just booked a tour along the coast, the crew decided to drive a little more away from the coast at the end of the trip, so we saw many dolphins! We didn’t expect this and it was incredible! Thank you again!”
Explore three Ria Formosa islands from Faro, with swimming, wildlife, oysters, a fishing village, and fresh seafood for $47.
“Excellent!!!! Everything was great! I was driving this boat :)”
Cruise Algarve’s coast from Albufeira, visit Benagil caves, enjoy a beach BBQ, open bar, swimming, and champagne for $76.
“Amazing value for money, the food and drinks were brilliant, the whole trip was great from start to finish! Would definitely recommend when in Albufeira”
Review of Faro’s catamaran trip to Ilha Deserta, with Ria Formosa scenery, beach time, boardwalks, lunch, and practical tips.
“Fast, cheap. I can recommend. The desert was incredible.”
Review of the $47 Benagil Caves catamaran cruise from Lagos, with coastal views, swimming, cave access, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Great experience with great staff. There was plenty of room in the boat to move about and the scenery was beautiful.”
Review the Portimão to Benagil catamaran cruise, with cave visits, beach BBQ, open bar, paddleboards, costs, tips, and drawbacks.
“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 chicken, Portuguese sausage, fresh salad and sardines, not to mention as much wine, beer as you want.”
Cruise from Portimão to Benagil Cave and Praia da Marinha on a family-friendly catamaran tour with cave views and a sea swim.
“Amazing. The whole family loved it. Informative, beautiful and we were lucky enough to spot dolphins twice!”
Explore Benagil Cave and Algarve’s golden coast on a quiet solar catamaran with guides, shade, a bar, restroom, and optional summer swim.
“It was amazing. The 2 hosts were very friendly and informative. I got along well with Anna. Thanks for the tour. the views were amazing”
River hour, cave run, whale ground or a deck with lunch on it.
