The 13 Best Snorkeling Tours in Portugal

1.Glass Bottom Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

Ride a glass-bottom boat from Vila Franca do Campo, meet a biologist, then snorkel protected Azores waters to spot starfish, fish, and more.

“The entire experience was absolutely fabulous. My entire family was on it and we were all blown away. Captain Edmundo was welcoming, very engaging, and always ensuring everyone was having the best experience. Marine Biologist Alex was so good, extremely informative and also very attentive to everyone on board. Will do this excursion again, without a doubt!”

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2.Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

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

Kayak Arrábida Natural Park, explore limestone caves, and snorkel by Anicha Rock with full gear, drinks, and a small-group feel.

“Absolutely incredible experience! Would highly recommend to anyone travelling to the Lisbon area. Such a fun and lovely day of adventuring, beautiful sights and laughs. The transport option was incredibly helpful and António was such a kind, knowledgeable and funny guide. Thank you so much we loved it!”

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3.Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59.28Top rated

3-hour snorkeling in Porto Santo’s calm rockpool, guided by Matias and Sherlock, with gear, transport, and marine-protected wildlife sightings.

“The snorkelling experience was so good, we saw octopus and eels and loads of fish. One of the baby octopus held my hand, I had such a good time with our tour guide Mataus and his dog Sherlock, it was soooo good. Taylor (14)”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 250 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60.49

Glass-bottom cruising and guided snorkeling around Vila Franca do Campo in São Miguel, with a marine biologist and OceanEye Azores crew.

“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 $31

Snorkel Vila Franca do Campo islet in the Azores with wetsuit gear and a small-group boat tour. About $31 per person, 1 hour.

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

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

Funchal snorkeling in Madeira’s Eco Park with gear and a lesson, plus options from shore or a protected marine reserve by boat.

“It was really cool! The instructions were clear so we knew what to expect and the instructors were really helpful. We felt safe at any moment. Really recommend this activity!”

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7.Ponta de São Lourenço Snorkeling Boat Trip

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

Speedboat and guided snorkeling at Ponta de São Lourenço, Madeira. Wetsuit gear, English guides, and clear-water marine life.

“Great experience and saw various different types of fish! A great spot with great staff Thanks for a fab afternoon!”

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8.Arrábida Kayak & Wild Beach Snorkeling Pickup Option

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

From Lisbon, paddle Arrábida cliffs by kayak, snorkel a wild beach, then toast at a hut with drinks and GoPro photos.

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

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9.Sesimbra: Arrábida Beaches & Caves Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

A 3-hour boat tour from Sesimbra through Arrábida Natural Park, with snorkeling stops, sea caves, and a Setúbal drink.

“The people where brilliant. Both the guide and the Skipper. slightly better signage on the pier would have helped”

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10.Kayak and Snorkeling Adventure in Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $54.44

Kayak and snorkel Portugal’s Arrábida coast from Lisbon. Small group, all gear included, caves, cliff jumping, and starfish to octopus.

“Guide was very friendly and accommodating even for someone that was trying such a thing for the first time. Had interesting facts to share even on the drive to the beach.”

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11.Sesimbra: Secret Bays and Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

Small-group Sesimbra boat tour with crystal-clear bays, sea caves, and snorkeling gear, plus local wine and stunning beach stops in 2.5 hours.

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

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12.Coasteering Adventure with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78.61

Coasteering on the Vicentine Coast with snorkeling stops, optional cliff jumps, and included gear, plus pickup along the Algarve coast.

“Looking for a crazy adventurous experience? yessss! book this!!! Your guide is so kind and understanding and you will have this thrilling feeling inside. I highly recommend this activity - it was the highlight of my trip.”

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13.Algarve Coasteering and Snorkeling Adventure

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

Coasteering near Sagres from Lagos: hike cliffs, swim and snorkel, and jump up to 11 m with wetsuit gear and photos.

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

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