The 6 Drinking Tours in the Algarve That Earn Their Price

1.Sightseeing Cruise with Beach BBQ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,036 reviews · from $63Our pick

Spend six hours cruising west from Albufeira Marina, viewing Algarve caves and beaches before landing by dinghy at a secluded beach. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, play beach games, and eat a generous BBQ with wine, beer, sangria, soft drinks, and water included.

“Had a great time! The boat ride took us to all the areas we wanted to see and gave us more than enough time to relax, swim, and even do some paddle boarding on the private beach before heading back. I will say, one complaint I have is that the event description stated they’d have chicken for the bbq and there wasn’t any, however that’s minor since they had so many other options that there was something for everyone.”

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2.Sunset Cruise and Beach BBQ with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 850 reviews · from $84

Spend six hours sailing west from Albufeira Marina, passing the Algarve coast and São Rafael caves before reaching a secluded beach by dinghy. Enjoy a BBQ, unlimited beer, wine, sangria, soft drinks, live entertainment, and a festive catamaran ride back.

“This was the best thing we did during our holiday. The cruise itself was beautiful, the landscape and the caves were stunning. The secluded beach with little candles everywhere, the BBQ and music were absolutely perfect. The fire performer was brilliant too. So much fun and it continued back on the boat on the way back! Well worth the money.”

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3.Catamaran Cruise with BBQ & Open Bar on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 685 reviews · from $76

Sail west from Albufeira Marina toward Benagil, Galé, and Carvoeiro on a six-hour catamaran trip. Your crew shares coastal facts, takes you near caves when sea conditions allow, then serves fish, meat, salad, chips, fruit, and drinks on a beach before a champagne toast.

“Amazing trip! The guides were super attentive, the food was outstanding, and the overall experience was totally worth it!”

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4.Albufeira Beach BBQ with Caves and Coastline Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 454 reviews · from $81

Set out from Albufeira at 10 a.m. for a coastal cruise toward Nossa Senhora da Rocha and the Benagil Caves, with live commentary from crew members such as Robin and Gabriel. After the sightseeing, reach a beach accessible only by water for a BBQ, open bar, paddleboards, and beach games before returning to the marina.

“It’s a long time at the beach and you don’t go into any caves. Bat is not open on the boat and beach is a long time.”

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5.Algarve Coast 3-Hour Sailing Cruise With Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 362 reviews · 3 hours · from $33Best value

Spend three hours aboard the schooner Condor, sailing west from Vilamoura past Falésia, Olhos d’Agua, Albufeira, São Rafael, and Galé. You can swim from the boat and ride a small dinghy into a sea cave when conditions allow. Crew narration is offered in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish.

“This boat is fantastic. the crew are great the whole experience was a highlight of the holiday, especially diving off the side ibto the sea.”

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6.Sailing Boat Cruise BBQ & Open Bar on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 51 reviews · from $108Top rated

Spend six hours sailing west from Albufeira Marina toward Benagil and Carvoeiro. Your crew, including Miguel and Brazil, serves a beach BBQ, offers swimming time and a small-dinghy cave trip. English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish are available. Expect to get wet.

“Payment for drinks is required separately after the trip.”

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