The 15 Best Snorkelling Trips in Portugal

1.Glass Bottom Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 633 reviews · 2 hours · from $58Our pick

Explore Vila Franca do Campo by glass-bottom boat, learn from marine biologists, and snorkel among fish, starfish, and volcanic rock.

“I really enjoyed this experience, the owner and captain is a very friendly man, and the two marine biologist guys (Alex and Miguel) were amazing as well. They provided interesting information about the marine life and the area in general, it was nice to hear their enthusiasm. it was my first snorkeling ever, but I felt very safe with the guys, they watch you, guide and continue to explain the underwater even during snorkeling. special thanks to Alex holding my hand and helping with the technic:) 10/10 recommended!!”

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2.Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 538 reviews · 7 hours · from $82

Kayak, snorkel, explore caves, and enjoy optional cliff jumps in Arrábida Natural Park on a small-group day trip from Lisbon.

“It was amazing. Antonio is an amazing person and a wonderful host. It's worth every penny :)”

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3.Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Explore Porto Santo’s calm rockpool with Matias and Sherlock, spotting octopus, moray eels, fish, and starfish on a family-friendly snorkel tour.

“Le guide est excellent et super sympa, c'est un passionné. C'était génial de pouvoir observer une multitude de superbes poissons dans une crique magnifique, je n'avais jamais fait ça et j'ai vraiment adoré”

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4.Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Snorkeling in São Miguel, Azores

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 250 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Explore Vila Franca do Campo’s islet by glass-bottom boat, then snorkel with Azorean sea life on this friendly two-hour coastal trip.

“Edmundo and his team should win an award for how nice they are. What tour do you get a boat captain AND a marine biologist to help you understand what you are truly seeing! His entire team and setup are the best. Seeing the inlet up close was so beautiful and teaming with sealife.”

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5.Snorkeling Tour- Vila Franca do Campo Islet

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 220 reviews · 1 hour · from $31Best value

Snorkel Vila Franca do Campo Islet for $31, with gear, a small group, volcanic rocks, fish and a boat tour around the crater.

“Great guides and easy to book and find. The conditions weren’t the best, weather wise, so the visibility was quite poor, but the guides certainly did the best of the situation and helped us find great spots around the island. Highly recommend!”

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6.Ponta de São Lourenço Snorkeling Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 199 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Ride Madeira’s east coast by speedboat, snorkel in clear waters at Baia d’Abra, and explore a protected nature reserve for $41.

“So much fun! Small group, great guides, lots of pretty fish - worth it!”

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7.Arrábida Beaches & Caves Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Cruise from Sesimbra to Arrábida’s wild beaches, caves, and Cabo Espichel, with swimming, snorkeling, local liquor, and a STCW crew.

“Guide and driver were realy nice We had a chamce to swim in that amazing sea Overall perfect Will do it again”

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8.Secret Bays and Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $58

Explore Sesimbra’s secret beaches, sea caves, and calm bays on a small-group boat tour with snorkeling, swimming, and local wine.

“This was really a such amazing activity. It was great. The guide Catarina and the sailor Andre could provide magic moments along the trip, very friendly and reserved a big surprise in the end. We fully recommend this activity for those who visit Sesimbra. Nice views, nice "secret" places and friendly crew. Congrats.”

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9.Kayak and Snorkeling Adventure in Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $54

Kayak, snorkel, explore caves, and try cliff jumping in Arrábida Natural Park on a small-group day trip from Lisbon.

“We have done a lot of tours all over and this one was one of the best ones by far. Antonio our guide was amazing!! He was kind, knowledgeable, and patient with my family and our whole group. My family has a variety of ages and levels and everyone was able to participate and enjoy! Antonio brought a snack with him which was really nice and the beach was absolutely beautiful. This tour had a little of everything snorkelling, swimming, cliff jumping, exploring a cave, and lots of kayaking. All of it was really enjoyable and we all felt really safe and well looked after by Antonio. We would absolutely…”

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10.Coasteering Adventure with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

Review of Algarve coasteering with snorkeling, cliff jumps, caves, transfers, guides, price, fitness needs, and booking advice.

“The tour guides were friendly and the overall experience was a blast, they give you all the equipment needed to complete the trip so don’t worry and have fun!”

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11.Algarve Coasteering and Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

Review of Algarve coasteering near Sagres, with cliff jumps, swimming, snorkeling, expert guides, photos, gear, and practical booking tips.

“João and Andre were amazing during the experience. The views were beautiful and the activity so much fun! Thank you!”

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12.7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 123 reviews · from $57

Hike Algarve’s Seven Hanging Valleys, view Benagil Cave, snorkel at Marinha Beach, and visit Senhora da Rocha Chapel from Faro.

“Claire was a brilliant guide with lots of knowledge about the local history, plants and culture. The views were stunning - would recommend to everyone.”

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13.Kayak and Snorkeling Tour in Underwater Nature Reserve Garajau

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Review of Madeira’s Garajau kayak and snorkeling tour, with fish-filled water, friendly guides, sea conditions, price advice, and practical tips.

“Me and my sis booked a last minute kayak &snorkeling activity and so glad we did. Waters were clear blue and beautiful, as you kayak across to one point you have lovely views of the Rocky Mountain structure by the sea. Waters full of life, managed to see a lil jelly fish too. Many thanks to our guide Pedro for making us feel safe, made the trip fun and full of laughter. Highly recommend”

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14.Arrábida Secret Beaches and Caves with Snorkeling Stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Cruise Arrábida’s secret beaches, sea caves, and Cabo Espichel from Sesimbra, with a snorkeling stop and Setúbal liqueur.

“La excursion es preciosa y Katerina es simpatiquisima y explica todo fenomenal aun asi no recomendaria la excursión por el barco que nos ha tocado, que no es el que aparece en las fotos. 12 personas tienen q ir sentadas con las piernas abiertas, en un espacio muy pequeño y sin respaldo, en un viaje que dura tres horas y sin apenas poderse mover. Uno de nosotros media 1.93 y pesa 110 kgs no le cabian las piernas en el sitio asignado, y ha estado incomodisimo todo el viaje”

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15.Caniço, Madeira: Marine Reserve Kayak & Snorkelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 104 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Kayak Madeira’s Garajau Marine Reserve, then snorkel among Atlantic fish on a two-hour small-group tour from Caniço.

“Super fun, the kayak was not difficult, water was gorgeous. The activity was seamless, thoughtful and safe. Highly recommend!!”

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