Top 15 Kayak and Snorkel Tours in Portugal

1.Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 906 reviews · 3 hours · from $41Our pick

Meet at Funchal’s Cristiano Ronaldo Statue, learn basic kayak technique, then paddle about 40 minutes toward Lazareto and Garajau Nature Reserve. Stop at a pebble beach before snorkeling among fish and crabs. Guides such as Marco, Hugo, Luis, and Flora are praised for clear safety help and friendly instruction.

“The guide was very talkative and sociable. He knew a lot of fun facts about the different types of fish and overall it was a nice experience!!”

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2.Funchal: Kayak and Snorkel Tour to Garajau NR

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 538 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Paddle a two-person kayak from Hotel CR7 in Funchal to the protected waters near Ponta do Lazareto. Guides Diogo, Henrique, and their team teach beginners the basics, then lead you to a quiet pebble beach for snorkeling, swimming, and optional cliff jumps. Expect about three hours on the water.

“Had a great time kayaking and snorkeling, we were a family of four and enjoyed every minute.”

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3.Lisbon: Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

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

Leave Lisbon Zoo by comfortable van for a seven-hour Arrábida adventure. Paddle clear coastal water, explore limestone caves, snorkel near Anicha Rock, and try optional cliff jumps. Guides Antonio or Miguel provide equipment, safety help, local stories, coffee, tea, cookies, and GoPro footage.

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

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4.Lisbon: Arrábida Kayak & Wild Beach Snorkeling Pickup Option

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

Paddle from Portinho da Arrábida beside cliffs and caves, then snorkel at Praia do Creiro or another quiet wild beach. Guides such as Miguel, Inês, Tiago, Diego, and Raquel lead the small-group outing, with gear, wetsuits, drinks, and GoPro photos included.

“The kayak and snorkelling experience was incredible! The water was crystal clear (a bit chilly for us Aussies 😅) and we met some amazing people from all over the world. An unforgettable day”

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5.Kayak and Snorkeling Adventure in Lisbon

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

Travel from Lisbon to Arrábida Natural Park with guides such as António or Miguel for a small-group kayak trip from Praia do Creiro. Paddle to caves and beaches, visit Lapa de Santa Margarida, snorkel among fish and octopuses, and try optional cliff jumps. Equipment and transport are included.

“Miguel was amazing. Great experience - the kayaking, snorkelling, cliff jump, all of it. Highly recommend!!”

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6.Kayak and Snorkeling Tour in Underwater Nature Reserve Garajau

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

Paddle from Caniço into Garajau’s protected waters, then snorkel with included gear and a life jacket. Guides such as Borja, Hugo, Pedro, and Luis are praised for friendly help and local nature facts. Expect ladders, open Atlantic conditions, and a small group of up to 11.

“Booked a 9am kayaking tour with our guide Antonio Ramos. He was very knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna as well as the landmarks surrounding the area. He brought us to another snorkeling spot after our first one only had a few fish. At the second location we saw a huge amount of wildlife. The views above and below the water were exceptional and we thank Antonio for showing us all of it. We will return to Madeira in the future and will definitely be booking with Lokoloko again for more ocean adventures.”

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7.Lisbon: Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour with photos included

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

Paddle from Sesimbra along Arrabida Natural Park with guides such as Catarina, Rafael, Ines, and Francisco. You’ll enter sea caves when weather allows, stop at quiet beaches for swimming and snorkeling, and receive adventure photos. The relaxed three-hour tour costs $35 per person.

“This was our favorite activity yet, and our three kids {12, 9, 7} just loved the different parts of the kayaking adventure! Francisco was so kind, worked very hard, and took great care of us. His historical facts were also really interesting, and our oldest enjoyed paddling with him. Great value in a gorgeous area…for an experience that was not rushed. We went further down the beach and enjoyed lunch over the water.”

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

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

Paddle along Caniço’s rugged coast with a Portuguese or English-speaking guide, then snorkel in the Garajau Marine Reserve. Guides such as Ben, Marcos, and Pedro are praised for clear instruction and friendly help. Expect two hours, a maximum of 10 people, and weather-dependent sea conditions.

“Communication before the trip was good. Our guides were fab and fun. Instructions were clear. Life jackets provided.The area that we went kayaking and snorkeling was beautiful and there were lots of fish. It was nice that it was a protected nature reserve. There's a hotel and nice restaurant nearby to have a pleasant drink in afterwards too. We loved the area.”

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9.Funchal: Kayak & Snorkeling in Garajau Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 68 reviews · from $34

Meet your English- or Spanish-speaking guides at the Cristiano Ronaldo statue for a 2.5-hour paddle along Madeira’s coast. Kayak toward Marina do Funchal and Ponta do Lazareto, then snorkel among fish in clear water. You’ll get safety support, equipment, waterproof storage, and a small group of up to 10.

“We had the best time snorkeling. 1 person in our group was a bit nervous in the sea but the guides were very accommodating and helped her feel comfortable.”

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10.Algarve: Stand Up Paddle Tour w/ Snorkeling to Ingrina Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 3h 30m · from $68

Learn SUP basics with an ASI-certified guide, then paddle from Ingrina Beach along the Sagres coast. You’ll explore caves, snorkel among fish, spot Atlantic birds, and choose between a cliff jump or a relaxed swim. Nelson is one guide praised for patient, personal instruction.

“The SUP had to be cancel due to wave but I did the coasteering instead and it was such an amazing moment.”

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11.Lisbon: Kayak Snorkeling & Beach Lounge/Pick-Up Available

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $100

Spend 6 to 8 hours in Arrábida Natural Park with a kayak tour, snorkeling at a wild beach, and reserved space at Praia do Creiro. Guides including Miguel and Tiaga lead the water activities, while drinks, snacks, sunbeds, parasols, and Lisbon pickup keep the day simple.

“Superbe endroit paradisiaque, merci Miguel et Tiaga pour le kayak, le snorkling et les petites attentions ( breuvages, en-cas …) je recommande vivement !”

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12.HD Private Boat Tour from Funchal – Swim, Paddle, Snorkel&Relax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join Fabio and Kristina for a three-hour private boat trip from Funchal, limited to your group of up to 11. Cruise past Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão, then stop at water-access beaches for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, fruit, and rosé wine.

“Very nice captain and stewardess. Kind and informative. Our kids loved the paddling and snorkeling, jumping from the boat in the blue sea. Thank you for an amazing time!”

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13.Funchal: KAYAK Rental or Guided tour with snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $29Best value

You’ll kayak from Funchal with a guide or paddle independently within a set boundary, then pause to swim and snorkel. Groups are limited to six, with equipment, lifejackets, and snorkeling gear included. Guides Fabio and Roberto have earned praise for clear briefings and friendly help.

“Fabio and Roberto made sure everyone had an amazing time. Very fun activity and suitable for most. My friend Marwan Alhaddad also says he enjoyed.”

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14.Pico island: guided kayak and snorkel tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $70

Paddle from Lajes do Pico with João or another Hominis Natura guide, passing the old whaling factory and Pico mountain before entering a volcanic crater. After about an hour, stop at public natural pools for a swim and snorkel, then kayak back. Small groups cap at six.

“We zijn uiteindelijk niet gaan kajakken vanwege het weer, maar maakten gebruik van een alternatieve tour naar bergmeren en een grot. De informatie vooraf was heel goed. We werden een dag van te voren gebeld over mogelijk slecht weer. De tour was een heel mooi alternatief. Jao liet ons de mooiste plekjes zien en vertelde met veel plezier en enthousiasme over dit mooie eiland. Aanrader!!”

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15.Funchal: Private Boat Tour w/Snorkel & Paddle up 11 people

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · 3 hours

Set out from Funchal Marina with guides Kristina and Fabio for a three-hour private cruise toward Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, and Fajã dos Padres. You can swim, snorkel, use the paddleboard, and enjoy fruit and wine aboard a comfortable boat for groups of up to 11.

“We absolutely loved the boat ride, it was beautiful and a lot of fun”

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