Destination · Central Algarve
Boat Trips and Watersports in Albufeira
Jet skis, parasailing, dolphin watching, Benagil cave trips, fishing and private yacht charters from Albufeira Marina and the nearby beaches.
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Things to do in Albufeira
Jet ski circuit at Albufeira Marina
Albufeira Marina · 30 min
- No licence needed, drivers 16+
- Up to 2 people per jet ski
- Instructor and fuel included
From€90 per jet ski
Jet ski at Olhos de Água beach
Albufeira
- Launch straight from the beach
- Life jacket and safety briefing
- Short taster sessions
From€60 per jet ski
Jet ski ride at Praia da Galé
Galé beach, west Albufeira · 30 min
- Drivers 16+, 1 or 2 riders
- Instructor and full tank included
- Quieter beach, free parking
From€80 per jet ski
Flyboard session near Albufeira
Armação de Pêra beach, 20 min from Albufeira · 20 min
- Fly above the water on a jet-powered board
- Instructor and equipment included
- First-timers welcome, must be able to swim
From€65 per rider
Parasailing boat trip from Albufeira Marina
Albufeira Marina · 1 h 30 min, about 10 min flight
- Fly up to 80 m above the sea
- Solo, tandem or triple flights
- Friends can join as spectators
From€40 per adult
Solo parasailing flight in Albufeira
Albufeira Marina · 1 h 30 min, about 10 min flight
- The parachute all to yourself
- Five departures a day
- Friends ride along as spectators
From€80 per flyer
Dolphins and Benagil caves by speedboat
Albufeira Marina · 2 h 30 min
- Small group, departures 10:30, 13:30, 16:00
- See the Benagil cave from the boat
- Search for dolphins offshore
From€32 per person
Benagil caves catamaran cruise from Albufeira
Albufeira Marina · 2 h 30 min
- Spacious catamaran, deck seating
- Coast, sea caves and Benagil
- Good for families and groups
From€35 per person
Dolphin watching and coast cruise
Albufeira Marina · 2 h 30 min
- Dolphins, caves and golden cliffs
- Child prices available
- Morning and afternoon departures
From€40 per adult
Private boat to Benagil and the dolphins
Albufeira Marina · 2 h 30 min
- Your own boat, up to 20 people
- Choose your departure time
- Ideal for families and celebrations
From€585 per boat
Reef fishing trip from Albufeira
Albufeira Marina · 3 to 4 hours
- Rods, bait and tackle included
- Crew show beginners the basics
- Private boat for up to 12
From€500 per boat
Big game and shark fishing charter
Albufeira Marina · 5 to 8 hours
- 45 ft sport fishing boat
- Fighting chair and outriggers
- Shark, light game and big game trips
From€700 per boat
Jet boat ride from Albufeira Marina
Albufeira Marina · 30 min or 1 hour
- High-speed spins and splashes
- Child prices available
- Longer ride visits the caves
From€35 per adult
Pirate ship cruise along the coast
Albufeira Marina · 2 hours
- Family favourite with child prices
- Barbecue lunch or sunset options
- Swim stop in a quiet bay
From€24 per adult
Private sailing catamaran charter
Albufeira Marina · 4 hours
- The whole catamaran, up to 18 guests
- Sail past the cliffs, caves and beaches
- Skipper and crew included
From€1,400 per boat
Private sunset yacht cruise
Albufeira Marina · 6 hours
- Drinks and snack boards included
- Your own yacht, up to 12 guests
- Skipper and crew included
- Sunset along the Albufeira cliffs
From€2,550 per yacht
Half-day luxury yacht charter
Albufeira Marina · 3 hours
- Drinks and snack boards included
- Morning or afternoon departures
- Swim stop in a quiet bay
- Benagil caves on request
From€1,260 per yacht
Full-day yacht charter
Albufeira Marina · 7 hours
- Drinks and snack boards included
- Explore the coast at your own pace
- Up to 12 guests
- Ideal for celebrations and groups
From€2,295 per yacht
Private speedboat with skipper
Vilamoura Marina, 20 min from Albufeira · 1 to 4 hours
- Fast boat for small groups
- Caves, beaches and swim stops
- Skipper included
From€200 per hour
Albufeira Marina, the hub of the central Algarve
Albufeira Marina is one of the busiest departure points on the coast. From here you can reach the Benagil sea cave and the cliffs of Carvoeiro in under an hour, and dolphins are often seen just offshore.
Watersports run from the marina and from beaches such as Praia da Galé and Olhos de Água.
Full Albufeira guide
For detailed trip pages, prices and guides for every Albufeira activity, see our dedicated site Watersports Albufeira.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Albufeira Marina?
On the west side of Albufeira, about 20 minutes walk from the old town. There is parking and a taxi rank at the marina.
How long is the trip to Benagil cave from Albufeira?
Around 30 to 40 minutes each way by speedboat. Most cave and dolphin trips last 2 to 3 hours.
Do I need a licence to ride a jet ski?
No. Jet ski rides and circuits are run with an instructor and no licence is needed.
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