Private Boat Trip Faro

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Private boat trips · Faro

Private boat trips from Faro

Step aboard a private catamaran or speedboat right in the centre of Faro, by the old town walls. Cruise the Ria Formosa to Ilha Deserta and Farol, swim from deserted beaches and be back in town for dinner.

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25% deposit secures your date · prices include VAT

Licensed & insuredProfessional skipper and crew on every boat
25% depositPay the rest on the day
Local skipperBorn and raised on the Ria Formosa
Private boats onlyThe boat is just for your group

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Private catamaran boat from FaroCatamaran boat

Private catamaran boat from Faro

Up to 8 guests · Half day, full day or sunset

Price on request

Faro harbour (Doca de Faro)

  • Flat, stable deck with a sun canopy, made for the shallow lagoon
  • Anchor off the barrier islands and swim in clear water
  • Perfect for families, couples and small celebrations
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Prices include Portuguese VAT and are confirmed when you book. Prices are per boat, not per person.

Private boat trips from Faro harbour

Faro boats leave from Doca de Faro, next to the Arco da Vila and 10 minutes from Faro airport. For longer island-hopping days, the Olhão boats are 10 minutes away.

Catamaran

A calm, stable catamaran for up to 8 guests, perfect for families, couples and a relaxed half day at anchor.

RIB speedboat

Hire a fast RIB by the hour for up to 12 guests and see Ilha Deserta, Farol and the ocean beaches in a short time.

Ilha Deserta

Also called Barreta, this is the southernmost point of mainland Portugal: 7 km of empty beach and the Estaminé restaurant.

Just landed in Faro?

The harbour is 10 minutes from the airport, so a private boat trip is a perfect first or last afternoon in the Algarve.

Book online, pay a 25% deposit to secure your boat

  1. 1

    Choose your boat

    Pick your boat, date, time and group size, and send us your booking by WhatsApp or email in under a minute.

  2. 2

    Pay the deposit

    We confirm availability and send you a secure card payment link for the deposit.

  3. 3

    Step aboard

    Meet your skipper in Olhão or at Faro harbour and pay the rest on the day.

Other private boat trips in the Ria Formosa

Our own fleet in Vilamoura

Elite yachts 25 minutes from Faro

Elite Yacht Charters runs its own fleet from Vilamoura Marina: Sunseeker, Fairline, Azimut and a catamaran, for the Algarve coast, Benagil caves and sunset cruises.

See the Vilamoura fleet

Ria Formosa private boat tour FAQ

How much is a private boat trip from Faro?

Prices for the Faro catamaran and RIB depend on the date, duration and group size. Send us your request and we’ll confirm the price within hours. Private boats from Olhão start at €200.

Where do the Faro boats leave from?

From Doca de Faro, the harbour in the city centre next to the Arco da Vila and the old town.

Where do the boats leave from?

The island boats leave from Olhão waterfront and the catamaran and RIB from Doca de Faro, in Faro city centre. We send you the exact meeting point when your booking is confirmed. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.

How does the 25% deposit work?

Choose your boat, date and time and send us the booking by WhatsApp or email. We confirm availability and send you a secure link to pay the deposit. You pay the rest on the day.

What is the cancellation policy?

It depends on the boat and is confirmed before you pay. If the skipper cancels because of the weather or sea conditions, you can move your date or get your deposit back.

Do prices include VAT?

Yes. All prices shown include Portuguese VAT and are per boat, not per person. They are confirmed when you book.

Do I need a boat licence?

No. Every boat comes with a professional skipper, and fuel and insurance are included.

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