Boat Tours – Portimao

Experience Boat Tours in Portimao

Best things to do: The Algarve town of Portimao has more to do than meets the eye. It’s a working town, yes, but doesn’t feel overcrowded, making it perfect for exploring. The beaches are its big draw and one to head for is Praia da Rocha, white sand that goes on for 1.5km should entice you. Then there’s Portimao museum to get all the inside history, as is Nossa Senhora Da Conceicao, ornate inside and pretty on the outside. Finally, the traditional market of Mercado Municipal, bustling with locals buying the fresh produce on display. A real glimpse into the culture of the town and region.

Sardine cuisine: Head to Portimao and make sure, after your boat cruise, to head for one of the many sardine restaurants. Settle back, look out at the views over the water and enjoy the grilled fish, some fresh bread, salad and a glass of local wine. Perfect.

Marine spotting: One of the reasons for taking a Portimao boat cruise is the chance to head out into the deeper waters for some dolphin watching. See these beautiful creatures of the sea swimming in their natural habitat, bouncing over the waves as your boat keeps pace. We think spectacular is the word you’re looking for.

• We mentioned the sardines, well there is a good reason for that. Portimao is the sardine capital of the Algarve, if not the whole of Portugal. Even more, a reason to try the fresh fish for lunch or dinner.

• If you take a Benagil Cave boat tour option, then you are in for a treat. They are a unique rock formation with a big eye in the ceiling that lets the sunshine into it. Inside there are unique rock formations and hidden caves.

• The caves have a nickname, the cathedral. This is due to the cavernous shape of the caves.