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Pure sailing joy: Experience the magic of Portimão

Portimão, Portugal

4.7
58 REVIEWS
7
PEOPLE
7h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
Super Owner
Jose is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Snorkeling Equipment
    Fishing Gear
    Bath Towels
    Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP)
    Ice Box
    Fuel

About the experience

THE BOAT is in Portimão.
We can sail from there to ponta da piedade caves and porto de mós or Alvor bay, património UNESCO.
For Half day (125 euros+150e skipper) in 4 hours we can sail from Marina de Portimão to one of the big Caves and back. We can do the Stand up paddle or kayak in Praia Grande. Also we can visit some caves in Praia do Alemão.

I am Sailing instrutor with lots of experience. Sailed from La Rochelle to Monaco and Croatia.

For a full day we can go to Alvor bay, world reservation, lunch there, visit praia do Camilo and caves of Lagos or visit the Benagil cave , kayak there and return.

It is possible to sail with 8 persons and sleep on board for 6 persons.

You can bring drinks and food you need onboard.

Included:
-gasoleo
-vat taxes
-sail boat
-stand up paddle

Not included:
-Skipper paid on the trip day
-Food and drinks.
-transfer from peer 5 euros a person paid directly to the ferry.

Peer in Ferragudo ahead of restaurant Sueste ( 5 euros a person with return)


Marina de Portimão (8 euros a person with return):


Cais Vasco da Gama (9 euros a person with return):

About the experience

THE BOAT is in Portimão.
We can sail from there to ponta da piedade caves and porto de mós or Alvor bay, património UNESCO.
For Half day (125 euros+150e skipper) in 4 hours we can sail from Marina de Portimão to one of the big Caves and back. We can do the Stand up paddle or kayak in Praia Grande. Also we can visit some caves in Praia do Alemão.

I am Sailing instrutor with lots of experience. Sailed from La Rochelle to Monaco and Croatia.

For a full day we can go to Alvor bay, world reservation, lunch there, visit praia do Camilo and caves of Lagos or visit the Benagil cave , kayak there and return.

It is possible to sail with 8 persons and sleep on board for 6 persons.

You can bring drinks and food you need onboard.

Included:
-gasoleo
-vat taxes
-sail boat
-stand up paddle

Not included:
-Skipper paid on the trip day
-Food and drinks.
-transfer from peer 5 euros a person paid directly to the ferry.

Peer in Ferragudo ahead of restaurant Sueste ( 5 euros a person with return)


Marina de Portimão (8 euros a person with return):


Cais Vasco da Gama (9 euros a person with return):

Organised by Jose
Verified boat
· Super owner · 58 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Portimão, Portugal
Arrive back at:
Portimão, Portugal

4.7/5 · 58 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
  • G
    Georgie
    Date of the rental 10/09/2025  ·  Date of the review 12/09/2025
    We had an absolutely fabulous day out and Jose was great. He planned a lovely itinerary for us, and gave great recommendations of where to go. Would highly recommend!!
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  • A
    Alexandre
    Date of the rental 25/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 01/09/2025

    Translated from pt-PT

    José did a great job and was always in a good mood, with a wealth of knowledge about the Algarve and the sea. The boat is more for a day of adventure than a day of "relaxation" at sea, as there isn't much space to lie down. The boat is well-equipped and we had no problems. I would book again! Thank you, José.
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  • N
    Naomi
    Date of the rental 11/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 16/08/2025
    We booked for a half day boat tour from Tavira to snorkel with the children. The comms with Jose ahead of the trip were great. But having boarded the boat I was somewhat disappointed- the boat was untidy, with stuff everywhere. I'd been and bought snorkel equipment as he said he only had one set.. He then proceeded to take us just a bit further up the estuary, and let us disembark. Within minutes all including the children (youngest only 7) had disappeared into the distance- taken by a strong current. Jose did 'rescue' them with a paddle board, but I was somewhat shocked that he'd said it was a good place to snorkel. He then took us closer to the shore- but a place we could easily have gotten a taxi boat to, and had to paddle each of us into shore on his paddleboard- to snorkel. Only again to discover the waves the other side of the island were way too big to even enter the water, and there were no fish on the side he'd moored. We cut the trip short as by this point I had no faith, and felt vulnerable based on this decision making. It was a total waste of 3hrs of our holiday and the 250€ we paid (he gave us 50€ discount for cutting the time in half 🥹). And the children were gutted.
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  • Natalia
    Date of the rental 13/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 13/08/2025
    we’re really greatful, Jose was really nice and talkative. We love the views
Reviews
4.7
  • G
    Georgie
    Sep 2025
    We had an absolutely fabulous day out and Jose was great. He planned a lovely itinerary for us, and gave great recommendations of where to go. Would highly recommend!!
  • A
    Alexandre
    Sep 2025

    Translated from pt-PT

    José did a great job and was always in a good mood, with a wealth of knowledge about the Algarve and the sea. The boat is more for a day of adventure than a day of "relaxation" at sea, as there isn't much space to lie down. The boat is well-equipped and we had no problems. I would book again! Thank you, José.
  • N
    Naomi
    Aug 2025
    We booked for a half day boat tour from Tavira to snorkel with the children. The comms with Jose ahead of the trip were great. But having boarded the boat I was somewhat disappointed- the boat was untidy, with stuff everywhere. I'd been and bought snorkel equipment as he said he only had one set.. He then proceeded to take us just a bit further up the estuary, and let us disembark. Within minutes all including the children (youngest only 7) had disappeared into the distance- taken by a strong current. Jose did 'rescue' them with a paddle board, but I was somewhat shocked that he'd said it was a good place to snorkel. He then took us closer to the shore- but a place we could easily have gotten a taxi boat to, and had to paddle each of us into shore on his paddleboard- to snorkel. Only again to discover the waves the other side of the island were way too big to even enter the water, and there were no fish on the side he'd moored. We cut the trip short as by this point I had no faith, and felt vulnerable based on this decision making. It was a total waste of 3hrs of our holiday and the 250€ we paid (he gave us 50€ discount for cutting the time in half 🥹). And the children were gutted.
  • Natalia
    Aug 2025
    we’re really greatful, Jose was really nice and talkative. We love the views
  • B
    Benny
    Jul 2025

    Translated from Dutch

    When we arrived, Jose had already finished preparing the boat. We received a warm welcome. We could store all our gear in the cabin, and then we set off. He suggested several options for our excursion. We sailed to a cave accessible only by water. We snorkeled briefly, and then continued to a quiet bay where the children had a wonderful swim. They all got to try their hand at the helm. All in all, we had a good trip.
  • K
    Karen
    Jul 2025
    Thank you for a wonderful relaxing day on your boat. We loved exploring the caves and gorgeous beaches which we couldn’t access on foot. Lots of fun on the paddle boards. Would definitely recommend to anyone staying locally who want a day at sea. Cheers!
  • Franziska
    May 2025
    We had an absolutely amazing day on the sailboat with Jose as our skipper. He was incredibly accommodating, super relaxed, and made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the entire trip. Jose took care of everything, so we could just relax and enjoy the ride. The highlight of the day was seeing dolphins up close – truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience! We were incredibly lucky. We also explored the stunning caves and cruised all the way to Benagil. I can’t recommend Jose enough – if you’re thinking about booking a trip with him, do it! It’s an unforgettable experience with an awesome skipper.
  • A
    Anna
    Oct 2024

    Translated from German

    Very nice boat owner. Was a recommendable day at sea!?
  • CHRISTIAN
    Sep 2024
    Jose was wonderful and made the experience worth the price. We didn't have the best weather (out of anyone's control obviously) but he did his best to make sure that we enjoyed our day on the water as much as we could and always made us feel that we were comfortable and safe. I would book him again.
  • I
    Imogen
    Sep 2024
    We had a brilliant time on board the boat with the Jose’s! Although we had a seasick passenger Jose did everything he could to make us feel comfortable. His knowledge was incredible and we felt safe the whole time we were on the boat. We sailed to see some caves, had a cruise up the river, and anchored up near the beach to use the kayak and paddleboard. Overall a great experience thank you so much Jose Imogen & Family
  • A
    Antti
    Sep 2024
    We caught good wind on a beautiful day. Thank you!
  • B
    Bartek
    Sep 2024
    Jose is an outstanding skipper with unparalleled knowledge of his boat and the surrounding waters. His passion for sailing and expertise in navigating the coast make every journey a thrill. His attention to safety, technical prowess, and ability to read the tides ensure a smooth and exciting voyage. What sets him apart is his intimate understanding of hidden gems along the coastline, making each excursion unique and unforgettable. In summary, if you want a top-notch skipper who knows his boat and the sea intimately, look no further than Jose. Highly recommended for your next sailing adventure.
  • J
    Jamie
    Sep 2024
    Jose was a great guide and host. The spots he took us to were definitely worth seeing and the sailing was excellent! Would highly recommend
  • V
    Vitaly
    Sep 2024
    We had a very pleasant sailing, thanks a lot! :)
  • Christoph
    Sep 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    We spent an exceptional afternoon sailing with José. He is a pro skipper who explains things very well! We will definitely be back next year!!
  • F
    Fernando
    Aug 2024

    Translated from French

    With my family, we had a great time with José and his teammate. José is a very professional and helpful person, always listening to his customers. The quality/price ratio is excellent. We will come back as soon as possible. Thank you again for this beautiful day Fernando Vieira
  • C
    Carla
    Aug 2024

    Translated from English

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  • P
    Pilar
    Aug 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    Jose sails well, is pleasant and accepts suggestions. As for the boat, the price is excessive for the type of vessel.
  • N
    Natalia Cristina
    Aug 2024
    José is a great captain! Even though the weather wasn’t the best, he took us to the Benagil caves and 7 Hanging Valleys, found the wind to sail. It was a fantastic sailing trip!
  • S
    Stéphane
    Aug 2024

    Translated from French

    José is a very kind and discreet skipper. However, he does not hesitate to share his knowledge of his native region and give advice on his passion for sailing. We highly recommend him. A magnificent day guaranteed.
  • K
    Karen
    Jul 2024
    We had a wonderful day Jose was very informative and looked after us well
  • C
    Carlos
    Jul 2024

    Translated from German

    Very nice tour
  • Emma
    Jul 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    Great day!! José has been very attentive and is very pleasant and friendly. It has been a great day on the boat. We have seen very beautiful beaches and caves that he has recommended to us. Totally recommended!!
  • A
    Axel
    Jul 2024

    Translated from French

    With our 2 teenagers, we had a wonderful day aboard José's boat. A very good navigator, José, who participates in regattas, showed us the best landscapes of Lagos from the ocean. We sailed to Alvor (lunch break) and back to Lagos, wonderful times. Paddleboards allow you to extend your discoveries closer to the rocks and beaches. Beautiful memories and laughter.
  • A
    Andreas
    Jul 2024

    Translated from German

    We would like to thank José very much for the great day and wish him all the best!
  • J
    J CESAR
    Jul 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    An excellent skipper and guide, thank you very much
  • Felipe
    May 2024
    Jose and the boat Azule were amazing. He is very experienced and a great host. He brought us to nice places, close to caves, isolated beaches but also we did a lot of sailing, which was very nice. The boat is well maintained and sails wonderfully. Great value and I can definitely recommend him.
  • A
    Antoine
    Apr 2024

    Translated from French

    We traveled for half a day as a family, there were 5 of us, it was really great! Jose is very friendly and pleasant. We enjoyed chatting (Portuguese, English or French) with him throughout the trip! Jose knows the surrounding area very well, he is cultured and will be able to answer your questions and advise you if necessary, he brings a touch of history to each monument/decor that you can see. As for Azule (the boat), it is exactly what is described, we really enjoyed traveling on board :) Honestly, no regrets, it was great, thank you Jose! Book with your eyes closed!
  • S
    Stephan
    Apr 2024
    Thank you, Jose!
  • M
    Marcus
    Mar 2024
    Excellent trip. Jose is highly skilled, knowledgeable, and was a great host. We had the best time.
  • D
    Daniel
    Oct 2023

    Translated from English

    Jose was an excellent host! This is not a luxury sailing yacht, but a well-working 26 foot vessel. If you are looking for a luxury yacht, I’d look elsewhere. But if you are looking for a wonderful and genuine day on a sailboat, this is the best choice. Jose is a sailing instructor so he was happy to allow us to help him do various maneuvers after he learned I sailed back home in Chicago. He is a very relaxed and chill guy, and very happy to accommodate whatever my wife and I wanted to do during our charter. We really wanted to see an algar but instead of going to the overly crowded Benajil, he mentioned a different, MUCH more secluded algar that he knew about. We took him up on that and we were very happy we did. It was beautiful and we will remember that day forever. I would absolutely recommend chartering with Jose!
  • G
    Gregory
    Sep 2023

    Translated from English

    Great time and a great sailing experience. Thank you for everything!
  • V
    Virginie
    Sep 2023

    Translated from French

    Thank you for this moment!
  • D
    Diego
    Aug 2023

    Translated from Portuguese

    Super sailor, great boat!
  • S
    STEPHANIE
    Aug 2023

    Translated from French

    Beautiful day spent on the sailboat. The owner and skipper José is very professional, confident, considerate, letting us maneuver on demand. The coast is beautiful and we docked in an ideal place to swim and use paddle and kayak. We regret not having been able to really sail, for lack of wind. It should also be noted that you have to pay for the ferry taxi to get to the boat (not included in the price of the boat rental). Overall nice experience. We recommend this trip and this boat.
  • beatriz
    Aug 2023

    Translated from English

    Kindly captain, explains everything during the trip. He has kayak, paddle and snorkel device. If u are sensitive to motion sickness take medication before! Maybe for 5 persons not enough space to be comfortable. But final experience was great.
  • C
    Chris
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    Jose is a great guy to sail with - he works hard to ensure that his clients have a good time. I would recommend Jose to anyone who wants a relaxed and enjoyable sailing experience whether you are an experienced sailer or a complete beginner.
  • A
    Adam
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    We spent a lovely day with Jose. I was with 2 smaller kids 10 and 6. They had a great time too. Boat is comfortable I think up to 4-5 people.
  • N
    Nico
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    we had a really good day.
  • M
    Maria
    Jul 2023

    Translated from Spanish

    We had a great day. Jose very nice and at all times pending what we need. we will repeat
  • T
    Tongchen
    Jun 2023

    Translated from zh-CN

    A good choice for travel. The process of enjoying the sunset on the boat
  • N
    Nathalie
    May 2023

    Translated from English

    Everything perfect. José is very nice and forthcoming.
  • J
    Johannes
    Mar 2023

    Translated from Portuguese

    Jose did a great job, we definitely recommend. He shared interesting information about the area, took good care of the passengers and even taught us a few things about how to sail a sailboat. Incredible value for money!
  • C
    Charlotte
    Oct 2022

    Translated from English

    I can’t thank Jose enough for giving us such a great experience on our boat trip! He was polite, friendly, and happy to give us lots of information about the surrounding area. The boat was beautiful and very comfortable. We had the most amazing day! Thank you again Jose.
  • D
    Davood
    Oct 2022

    Translated from English

    We had great day with Jose
  • A
    Alberto
    Sep 2022

    Translated from Italian

    nice and nice ride. available!
  • A
    Alisha
    Sep 2022

    Translated from English

    We had a wonderful day with Jose! He is extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the Algarve region, he took us to beautiful locations. He was a great host and provided a lot of extras e.g. kayak, paddle board, waterproof phone cases. Highly recommend renting with him, thank you Jose!
  • A
    antonio
    Aug 2022

    Translated from Spanish

    We have enjoyed a good day of sailing. Jose very good boss
  • C
    Cyprien
    Aug 2022

    Translated from French

    Great day with José! Calm assured for two. We recommend.
  • S
    Scott
    Jul 2022

    Translated from English

    Well worth it over the tourist boat options
  • I
    Iva
    Jul 2022

    Translated from English

    We had a wonderful day sailing with José on his boat!! He gave us a great tour and was super friendly. I would definitely recommend!
  • T
    Teresa
    Jul 2022

    Translated from Spanish

    It has been a great experience, we were 5 friends and we have been very comfortable. In addition, Jose has many activities to do, such as paddle surfing and kayaking. Thank you so much for everything!
  • D
    Dayana
    Jul 2022

    Translated from Spanish

    Jose was very kind and funny, we had an amazing day
  • S
    Sofia
    Jun 2022

    Translated from Portuguese

    José was extremely helpful and attentive.
  • A
    Alina
    Jun 2022

    Translated from English

    10/10 would recommend!
  • N
    Niki
    May 2022

    Translated from English

    We had a nice tour (3 hours) on the boot! We went also snorkeling & peddeling. Jose was very friendly.
  • J
    José
    Apr 2022

    Translated from Portuguese

    Friendliness and sailing on the quiet coast of the Algarve
  • M
    M Eugenia
    Apr 2022

    Translated from English

    Great experience on board! Jose is a fantastic host and the boat is perfect for knowing the Algarve coast from other perspective. Specially, if the weather is so good as it was. We will repeat in our next visit

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Cancellation policy : Moderate
70% refund up to 10 days before arrival, excluding service fees and commission.
Booking conditions
Includes professional skipper

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