Top Portimao Safaris

Include some discoveries aboard a 4-wheeler on your Algarve holiday and visit the mountains to experience the Portuguese countryside. Leaving the coastal and mountain roads to the professional guide/driver, you will turn your attention to stunning views and natural landmarks; a refreshing stop at the fountains of Estômbar is one of the highlights of the way.

Lap up a day of adventure on this Jeep safari into the Algarve’s interior. Pack into a 4x4 with a driver-guide, and travel by convoy to experience another side of the region, free from driving or route-planning stresses. Criss-cross the countryside, rumble along unmade tracks, traverse streams, and visit viewpoints to admire the untouched scenery. Plus, stop on route for lunch, call at whitewashed villages, and visit a distillery to see traditional honey-making and taste “medronho”—the local firewater.

Portugal's southern coastline boasts some of the country's best views. On this small-group boat tour, venture from Carvoeiro to the famous Benagil caves in a longboat. These small boats allow for the captain to easily maneuver through the cave system, allowing you to get up close. Your tour also takes you to other locations along the way including Marinha Beach and Covo Valley.

Delve deep into the Algarve on this full-day guided Jeep safari from Albufeira. Get off the beaten track on this fun-filled four-wheeling adventure. Pack into an open-air Jeep, and set off for Portugal’s most famous coastline. Go off-road in a 4x4 to see rustic landscape, dramatic coastal cliffs, babbling streams and charming old villages. Your tour is capped off with a tasting of local Portuguese honey or jam and a visit to an old firewater distillery where you will try famous Medronho drink.

Trade the crowded Algarve beaches for some time out on the water with this boat tour that combines a visit to the famous Benagil Caves with wildlife-spotting. Set sail for the caves from the Portimao Marina, accompanied by a marine biologist who shares valuable insights into the area's dolphins, whales, seabirds, and other wildlife. Admire the rock formations of the Algarve coast, and if conditions allow, venture into the caves and enjoy a swim stop.

See the Benagil Cave and other nearby caves in less time with this express boat cruise from Armação de Pêra. On a round-trip route to the famous grotto, you'll pass a stretch of coastline where sea caves and wild expanses of sand make up the landscape. Bring a camera to photograph the landscape and flip-flops to visit the Benagil Cave.

Discover the Algarve’s gorgeous countryside on a full-day Jeep tour from Albufeira that follows off-road tracks to tiny villages and farms. You’ll pass groves of orange trees, sample local produce, then enjoy a lunch of regional cuisine and wine at a restaurant that’s tucked deep into the mountains. For a more personal experience, group size is limited to 15 people, and this tour includes lunch, snacks, and round-trip transport from Albufeira hotels.

Go inside a magical world on this guided Benagil Caves tour from Portimao. This tour travels by small boat into intriguing sea caves where you will discover ornate natural rock formations. In the Benagil Caves, admire some of the globe’s most unique beaches which will leave you breathless.

Step away from the touristy restaurants and shopping streets and explore the countryside of the Algarve on this full-day private excursion from Portimao. Explore ancient fortresses, quaint fishing villages, endless cork forests, and much more as your guide reveals the fascinating history of the region. Plus, get a taste of the local cuisine with a traditional lunch of locally sourced black pig.

Visiting Portugal’s rugged west coast from the Algarve means self-drive rental or using cabs—both time-consuming and complicated. Save yourself the hassle by choosing this fun Jeep adventure instead. Traveling in convoy, you’ll experience stunning views from Cape St. Vincent, mainland Europe’s most southwesterly point; soak in the wild beauty of the Costa Vicentina’s beaches, and visit medieval Aljezur Castle, all with your driver-guide handling navigation and parking. Lunch and select hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Off-road adventure through beautiful landscapes Visit to Fóia, the Algarve’s highest point (902m) with stunning panoramic views Stop at a local distillery to taste honey, melosa and medronho Visit to a cork oak forest to learn about cork production Discover local culture and traditions

Dive into the rural side of the Algarve for a while on this shared Jeep safari from Portimao. Avoid the headache of your own self-drive trip—and the worry of off-road driving—and let the experts handle everything. Board a climate-controlled 4WD with a driver-guide, and follow off-road mountain trails through the small-but-beautiful Sitio das Fontes National Park. Stop at viewpoints, trace the Arade River, and check out the picturesque, castle-crowned town of Silves before heading back.

Discover the rural side of the Algarve on a 4x4 tour Explore picturesque paths surrounded by nature Visit a winery known for producing high-quality wines Learn about the winemaking process from an expert guide Enjoy a wine tasting with traditional Algarvean delicacies

The activity itself is really unique and inspiring. Our guides absolutely love what they do and you can feel this in every singles moment of the experience. Cristian come from a fisherman family. He started his sea education at the age of 3. After more than 40 years as a sea lover and waterman, he will be looking forward to share with you all his bast knowledge and skills. He is a big believer that this is the best way to keep our ocean safes and healthy. Marzena was born inland, but the sea magnet make her travel around the world, driven by the sea compass of understanding the anything that happen under water. She started in Australia, continues in Canada and after a long list ended up in Portugal, where she felt home. Together founded Rock&Reel with only one target in mind, sharing an entertaining and updated view of sustainability base in sea education.

Get the most out of your Algarve trip by going on a 4x4 safari and kayaking experience. It’s the perfect way to see parts of the island that are off the tourist trail. Take the stress out of navigating—you’ll have a 4x4 driver to tackle the rural, off road routes—giving you access to hard-to-reach natural landscapes and local villages. Kayak along the coast, visiting caves, and spotting marine life too.

Discover the most authentic side of the Algarve on an exciting buggy ride through the Alvor region and surroundings. Take exclusive off-road trails, cross hills with stunning views, and explore natural landscapes that few visitors have the chance to see. Along the way, you will drive through land paths, rural areas and areas surrounded by nature, enjoying an experience full of adventure and fun. Between climbs, descents and passes through varied terrain, you will have the opportunity to admire the natural beauty of the region and feel the true emotion of all-terrain driving. Whether you’re looking for a different activity to share with friends, family or couples, this buggy tour combines adrenaline, amazing scenery and unforgettable moments in the heart of the Algarve. Get ready to accelerate, explore and create unique memories!

4x4 tour through the fantastic Algarve mountains, with the inclusion of a special stop at an elevated point to dazzle a magnificent sunset! Stop at a distillery for tasting, among other stops for photos and to explain other points of interest.

Discover the wonders of Albufeira on this combination of a 4x4 safari tour and a boat trip. You’ll save time organizing transport, as hotel pickup, drop-off, and day transport is included. Get access to places that would be difficult to reach alone, such as small villages, fruit plantations, and farms. You’ll try local firewater, get amazing views from Rocha da Pena, and enjoy a boat trip from Albufeira Marina, which will take you to Benagil, and Marinha.

Highlights: Off-road adventure through beautiful landscapes Visit to Fóia, the Algarve’s highest point (902m) with stunning panoramic views; Stop at a local distillery to taste honey, melosa and medronho; Visit to a cork oak forest to learn about cork production Discover local culture and traditions

Save time and money by combining two experiences in one trip: a road trip and boat tour along the Algarve coastline and caves. Enjoy time to swim in crystal-clear water, sample traditional liquors, and soak up the scenery from excellent viewpoints.

Discover the hidden Algarve by 4WD and boat on this full-day adventure. Forget the hassle of planning your own DIY trip, and settle inside a comfortable, chauffeured 4WD to roam the countryside. Traveling in convoy, take off-road trails, cross rivers and meadows; and hear tales of local culture you’d otherwise miss. Stop to taste the local “medronho” spirit and honey, savor a restaurant lunch, and cap your adventure with a scenic cruise along the River Arade.

Passing through the village of Monchique, stopping at the central square, entering a distillery for tasting regional products, visiting the highest point of the Algarve, discovering the fantastic and unique landscapes that only this mountain offers us.

The unparalleled Costa Vicentina does not allow us to describe it without understanding its true beauty, for that we have to witness it. This tour will start in the area of the village of Aljezur and will go to Cabo de S. Vicente in Sagres. It contains several stops to allow you to delight in this unique area.