Sunset sailing in the Algarve with tapas, drinks and swimming
Excursions & day trips

Sunset sailing in the Algarve with tapas, drinks and swimming

4.8/5

Excellent
43 reviews
from
£75.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll sail along Portugal's most beautiful coastline at golden hour
  • There's plenty of tasty tapas and icy drinks to keep you fuelled on board
  • You can take a dip in the ocean by João d' Arens beach and its rock formations
What to expect

If you're looking for the perfect spot to truly appreciate the beauty of the Algarve, then this is it. From aboard a classic boat, you'll be taking in the sweeping bays and peninsulas of the Algarve's artfully carved coastline.

From Marina de Portimão, you'll be cruising onboard the Gageiro, one of the last traditional sailing ships from 1947. It's a comfy place to be soaking up every inch of the Algarve's coastline as you head towards the beach at João d' Arens, where the rocks wrap themselves around the shore to make a protected bay. There's plenty of time here to take a dip in the refreshing waters and splash about. . Once you've dried off, you can tuck into some tasty tapas onboard, quench your thirst and have a glass of local wine.

Then, with dusk approaching, the real adventure begins, as the engine is turned off and the sails are raised. Feel the power of the wind as you set sail with a coastal sunset view to rival the best in Europe.

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What's included
  • check Sailboat cruise
  • check Drinks
  • check Tapas
  • check Snack
  • check Transport
What to remember
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.8 /5

Based on 43 reviews from verified customers


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  • S

    Stu Robbins

    Verified booking

    5

    29 September 2025

    Solo traveller


    Really great time food was lovely and they was very helpful ????????????

  • L

    LESLEY H

    Verified booking

    5

    10 September 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    The staff were friendly, kind, welcoming, knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. They made the trip fun and a pleasure. The sunset was amazing I would recommend this trip.

  • D

    D, B & A

    Verified booking

    4.6

    3 August 2025

    Travelled with family


    Lovely brother and sister took us out along the coast and back over 4 hours. Nice cruise around the rock formations west from Portimão before setting anchor in a sheltered estuary for swimming and lovely tapas. There was three of us and there was so much food we didn’t finish it all. Plenty of wine, beer and soft drinks. As not the greatest sailers we were a little worried about motion sickness but whilst there were waves the wind was light. We took motion sickness tablets which worked a treat

  • J

    Jenny Grant

    Verified booking

    5

    10 July 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Although it was windy and we got splashed a lot , the team could not be more attentive, the whole experience was worth the time, the food was lovely and the views, sunset, coves, the full moon was spectacular!, a trip to behold!

  • S

    Shakírah, Kienda + Zayne

    Verified booking

    5

    6 June 2025

    Travelled with family


    The experience was amazing and perfect for my sister’s birthday. They all really took care of my 7 year nephew and made sure he was ok the whole time from pick up to drop off. The tapas was great alongside the chance to swim while exploring the sea, everyone on board made the experience amazing, funny and safe.

  • J

    Johannes

    Verified booking

    4.6

    4 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Getränke und Essen liebevoll zubereitet und serviert. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Sehr angenehme und sprachlich versierte Skipper. Gemütlich, erholsam und am Ende ein sehenswerter Sonnenuntergang. Die Fahrt hin und zurück war nicht gut. Der Fahrer hat gleich gemotzt, weil wir angeblich 10 Minuten zu spät waren, obwohl wir 5 Minuten vor der Abholzeit (von TUI) da waren. Die Fahrt war mit 40 Min. angegeben und hat 80 Min. gedauert, obwohl der Fahrer geheizt. Wir fühlten uns nicht sicher im Auto.

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