15 Snorkelling Trips in Portugal to Build a Day Around

1.São Miguel: Glass Bottom Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

Glass-bottom boat plus guided snorkeling in São Miguel’s protected waters, with a biologist and crew, from Vila Franca do Campo in 2 hours.

“The activity was amazing! You get to sail and see the San Miguel island from the ocean, discover about the history of San Miguel and Azores, take a look at the small island near Vila Franca, see different species that live in the nearby waters from the boat and finally swim between them taking a closer look. I really recommend this activity if you want to try snorkell with guidance in a place full of history and animals!”

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2.Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

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

Kayak Arrabida Natural Park, explore limestone caves, snorkel by Anicha Rock, and get cliff-jump options, gear, and snacks from Lisbon Zoo.

“Beautiful location, so many different activities within the adventure, and a wonderful guide who was so knowledgeable and engaging”

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

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

Glass bottom boat plus guided snorkeling in São Miguel, Azores, with a biologist. See Vila Franca do Campo sea life in comfort.

“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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4.Snorkeling Tour- Vila Franca do Campo Islet

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

Snorkel Vila Franca do Campo Islet in the Azores with gear and wetsuit included, small group, and a boat circuit around the rocks.

“The experience was absolutely worth every penny. The guides were extremely helpful and kind, offering clear instructions throughout, and the boat ride was incredibly fun! We received all the necessary snorkeling equipment, and we were pleasantly surprised by how enjoyable it was to snorkel in the ocean in November. Thanks to the suit, we didn’t feel cold or uncomfortable at all. We saw many colorful, curious fish swimming right around us. Since it’s a protected natural area, they aren’t afraid of people, and their friendly curiosity made the experience even more special. Overall, it was a truly memorable and delightful adventure!”

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5.Snorkeling Adventure in Eco-Park / Shore or by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 219 reviews · 2 hours · from $17Best value

Snorkel Madeira’s Eco-Park from a shore reef or a boat trip, with gear, a lesson, and plenty of fish, for $17 per person.

“very nice! we git to see so many diversity of the marine life! the wetsuit option is very nice aswell! love it!!”

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6.Ponta de São Lourenço Snorkeling Boat Trip

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

2-hour speedboat and guided snorkeling at Ponta de São Lourenço, from Quinta do Lorde. Crystal clear water, wetsuit gear included.

“We had an unforgettable time snorkeling around the stunning São Lourenço peninsula! From the very beginning, we were warmly welcomed by our guide Jessie – super friendly, enthusiastic, and incredibly knowledgeable. Her passion and energy were contagious, making everyone feel at ease right away. Alongside Nico, also a guide, and Blad, our skilled captain, we sailed along the beautiful coastline. Everything was perfectly arranged: quality gear, clear instructions, and a great focus on safety. Once in the water, we were treated to crystal-clear views, vibrant fish, and breathtaking rock formations – truly magical! We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Madeira. Not just for the snorke...”

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7.Arrábida Kayak & Wild Beach Snorkeling Pickup Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 195 reviews · 3.5 - 7 hours · from $64

Kayak Arrábida, snorkel a wild beach near Lisbon, and get GoPro photos plus drinks, with pickup options and a small-group guide.

“It was the right amount of time for kayaking and snorkeling”

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8.Arrábida Beaches & Caves Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

3-hour boat tour from Sesimbra through Arrábida Natural Park, snorkel at Praia do Inferno and Mijona, plus Ribeiro do Cavalo and caves.

“Everything was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Catarina, was incredibly kind, friendly, and knowledgeable. It was a truly memorable experience that we highly recommend to everyone. Five stars!”

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9.Kayak and Snorkeling Adventure in Lisbon

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

Lisbon to Arrábida Natural Park for a small-group kayak and snorkel day with caves, cliff jumps, and full gear included.

“It was a great trip. Our guide Antonio was very knowledgable, great at making sure everyone was safe and that everyone had a fun time. The amount of kayaking was good, we explored some caves, did some cliff jumping and then snorkeled. It was a great day!”

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10.Secret Bays and Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

2.5-hour small-group boat tour from Sesimbra with secret bays, cliff caves, and snorkeling at Professor Luiz Saldanha marine park.

“Such an incredible tour in terms of the value for its money!”

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11.Coasteering Adventure with Snorkeling

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

Coasteering with snorkeling on Portugal’s Vicentine Coast near Sagres, with optional cliff jumps, included gear, and small-group guiding.

“This experience has been the best of my trip to the Algarve. It is the most direct and authentic way to enjoy the caves of the area, an excursion that allows you to appreciate in first person the fauna and flora. During the tour I felt very safe with Andre and Francisco monitors, I am delighted with their sympathy and professionalism, you can see that they know what they do and explain at all times curiosities of the area we are visiting. The material they provided me was good quality, besides taking some great photos and videos to have souvenir, I am very delighted with them and the experience they…”

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12.Algarve Coasteering and Snorkeling Adventure

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

Algarve coasteering near Sagres: hike cliffs, jump up to 11m, and snorkel in clear coves. Small-group 4-hour adventure from $76.

“10/10 experience. Great fun, superb instructors - the whole thing was amazing and I’d definitely do it again!”

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13.Kayak and Snorkeling Tour in Underwater Nature Reserve Garajau

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

Kayak then snorkel Madeira’s Garajau Underwater Nature Reserve. Small group, gear and life jacket included. 2 hours, from $59.26.

“Amazing experience with Luis. We went on the kayak tour with the family. Luis was very knowledgeable, friendly and super helpful. Would warmly recommend!”

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14.Arrábida Secret Beaches and Caves with Snorkeling Stop

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

3-hour boat ride from Sesimbra through Arrábida’s secret beaches and sea caves, with swim and snorkeling stops plus Setúbal liquor.

“It was spectacular and congratulations to Catarina and André who were super professionals. The marine nature is stunning. I highly recommendAuto-translated”

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15.Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour with photos included

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 106 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Kayak from Sesimbra through Arrabida sea caves and secluded beaches, snorkel in clear water, and get guided photos on a 3-hour tour for $35.

“great tour guide, super beautiful beaches, and the perfect amount of time”

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