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Sesimbra: Arrábida Dolphin and Whale Watching tour with biologist

Experience the magic of the Atlantic with Sesimbra’s premier dolphin and whale watching tour, with 100% cetacean sightings, just a short drive from Lisbon. Cruise …More

Setubal District, Portugal

4.9 (172)

Sesimbra: Arrábida Dolphin and Whale Watching tour with biologist

Experience the magic of the Atlantic with Sesimbra’s premier dolphin and whale watching tour, with 100% cetacean sightings, just a short drive from Lisbon. Cruise...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (172)

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$62

Lisbon: LUXURY Catamaran Sunset and Wine cruise

Sailing on the Tagus River at night is a unique experience. From day to night the city changes colors, aroma and mood.... everything is more …More

Lisbon, Portugal

5.0 (404)

Lisbon: LUXURY Catamaran Sunset and Wine cruise

Sailing on the Tagus River at night is a unique experience. From day to night the city changes colors, aroma and mood.... everything is more...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (404)

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$74

Dolphins & Benagil Caves 3h Small-group tour with Biologist

An excellent service within the maritime tourism sector, we are a small family business of people passionate about the sea. During 3h, our main objective …More

Lagoa, Portugal

5.0 (118)

Dolphins & Benagil Caves 3h Small-group tour with Biologist

An excellent service within the maritime tourism sector, we are a small family business of people passionate about the sea. During 3h, our main objective...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (118)

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$84

The Atlantic ocean waters offshore Lisbon, offer one of the biggest biodiversities of all the continental portuguese coast; Having started to offer this activity in …More

Lisbon, Portugal

5.0 (175)

Feathers & Scales

The Atlantic ocean waters offshore Lisbon, offer one of the biggest biodiversities of all the continental portuguese coast; Having started to offer this activity in...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (175)

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$79

Madeiras finest speedboat adventure sightseeing tour. Our two brand new 250hp engines have the latest lean burning technology creating the least emissions, lowered noise in …More

4.9 (251)

Magic Dolphin Sea Safaris

Madeiras finest speedboat adventure sightseeing tour. Our two brand new 250hp engines have the latest lean burning technology creating the least emissions, lowered noise in...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (251)

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$51

San Miguel : Boat Tour - Volcanic Wonders, Caves & History

Get ready for a first-person experience, where the wild beauty of Azorean nature reveals itself in every wave and curve of the coast. We depart …More

5.0 (99)

San Miguel : Boat Tour - Volcanic Wonders, Caves & History

Get ready for a first-person experience, where the wild beauty of Azorean nature reveals itself in every wave and curve of the coast. We depart...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (99)

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$80

2 Hours Private Ponta da Piedade and Lagos Coast Tour

Discover the stunning coastline of Lagos on a private boat tour to the famous rock formations of Ponta da Piedade. Your skipper will guide you …More

Lagos, Portugal

5.0 (211)

2 Hours Private Ponta da Piedade and Lagos Coast Tour

Discover the stunning coastline of Lagos on a private boat tour to the famous rock formations of Ponta da Piedade. Your skipper will guide you...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (211)

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$341

On this tour you will be able to see the sunset from the boat and have an incredible and unique moment! This is the ideal …More

Faro, Portugal

5.0 (279)

Ria Formosa & Ilhas: Sunset Boat Trip

On this tour you will be able to see the sunset from the boat and have an incredible and unique moment! This is the ideal...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (279)

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$40

Portimão Private Boat Tour Caves Circuit and Coast Sightseeing

Meet at the Portimão pier and prepare for an unforgettable Private adventure. After a brief and important safety briefing, board the agile RIB boat, ready …More

Portimao, Portugal

5.0 (63)

Portimão Private Boat Tour Caves Circuit and Coast Sightseeing

Meet at the Portimão pier and prepare for an unforgettable Private adventure. After a brief and important safety briefing, board the agile RIB boat, ready...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (63)

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$228

Private Douro River Sailing Cruise (Sunset Available)

Private tours are available at various times: 1) Day times (morning & afternoon tours) 2) A golden hour tour (next-to-last departure time before the sunset …More

Porto, Portugal

5.0 (83)

Private Douro River Sailing Cruise (Sunset Available)

Private tours are available at various times: 1) Day times (morning & afternoon tours) 2) A golden hour tour (next-to-last departure time before the sunset...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (83)

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$97

Small-Group Six Bridges Douro River Cruise in Porto with Drinks

Experience Porto in a whole new way on this small-group Douro River cruise. Enjoy a Port wine (only whites) as you cruise Douro River on …More

Porto, Portugal

5.0 (96)

Small-Group Six Bridges Douro River Cruise in Porto with Drinks

Experience Porto in a whole new way on this small-group Douro River cruise. Enjoy a Port wine (only whites) as you cruise Douro River on...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (96)

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$66

Birdwatching in Ria Formosa - Eco Boat Tour from Faro

This Faro Eco Boat Tour is an Eco-friendly, Solar-powered Boat Tour It will take you on a smooth ride exploring the birds and nature around …More

Faro, Portugal

4.8 (70)

Birdwatching in Ria Formosa - Eco Boat Tour from Faro

This Faro Eco Boat Tour is an Eco-friendly, Solar-powered Boat Tour It will take you on a smooth ride exploring the birds and nature around...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (70)

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$46

Bom Dia Boat Trips - Discover the stunning caves of Ponta da Piedade aboard a traditional Portuguese sailing boat with a local guide! Enjoy authentic …More

Lagos, Portugal

4.9 (185)

Sail, Swim & Tapas

Bom Dia Boat Trips - Discover the stunning caves of Ponta da Piedade aboard a traditional Portuguese sailing boat with a local guide! Enjoy authentic...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (185)

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$40

Small Group Paddleboard Tour to the Benagil Cave with 4K Photos

Begin at Carvalho's Hidden Gem: Your journey begins at the breathtaking and secluded Carvalho's Beach, enveloped by limestone cliffs and accessible through a historic tunnel …More

Portimao, Portugal

5.0 (63)

Small Group Paddleboard Tour to the Benagil Cave with 4K Photos

Begin at Carvalho's Hidden Gem: Your journey begins at the breathtaking and secluded Carvalho's Beach, enveloped by limestone cliffs and accessible through a historic tunnel...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (63)

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$57

The fact that our Captain is from Aveiro and grew up in the river, made it followed the evolution of the river and river areas! …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (60)

Boat tour of the highlights of the Ria

The fact that our Captain is from Aveiro and grew up in the river, made it followed the evolution of the river and river areas!...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (60)

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$57

A 2 hour sailing boat tour on the Tagus river is the perfect way to discover Lisbon city from the best perspective. Admire the city …More

Lisbon, Portugal

4.9 (290)

Sunset Sailing Tour On The Tagus River

A 2 hour sailing boat tour on the Tagus river is the perfect way to discover Lisbon city from the best perspective. Admire the city...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (290)

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$51

Discover the magnificent sights of Lisbon from the water chartering a sailboat yacht exclusively for your family or friends. Departures catching the sunset time from …More

Lisbon, Portugal

5.0 (182)

2 Hours Private Sailing Tour in Lisbon

Discover the magnificent sights of Lisbon from the water chartering a sailboat yacht exclusively for your family or friends. Departures catching the sunset time from...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (182)

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$341

Meet at the Portimao pier and prepare for an unforgettable adventure. After a brief and important safety briefing, board the agile RIB boat, ready to …More

Portimao, Portugal

4.8 (463)

Portimao Benagil Caves Speedboat Tour

Meet at the Portimao pier and prepare for an unforgettable adventure. After a brief and important safety briefing, board the agile RIB boat, ready to...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (463)

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$17

Magic Dolphin Celebrity offers, upmarket dolphin and whale watching. Boat is unique, beautiful classic catamaran. Has so much space inside and outside. Limited to 18 …More

Funchal, Portugal

4.9 (110)

Magic Dolphin Celebrity

Magic Dolphin Celebrity offers, upmarket dolphin and whale watching. Boat is unique, beautiful classic catamaran. Has so much space inside and outside. Limited to 18...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (110)

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$46

Half-Day Douro Valley Tour with Winery Lunch & River Cruise

Perfect for travellers who want to experience the beauty of the Douro Valley without spending a full day away from Porto, this carefully designed half-day …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (171)

Half-Day Douro Valley Tour with Winery Lunch & River Cruise

Perfect for travellers who want to experience the beauty of the Douro Valley without spending a full day away from Porto, this carefully designed half-day...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (171)

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$108

Frequently Asked Questions

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Which Portugal Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Free Cancellation?

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