6 Diving & Snorkelling Trips in Portugal Worth Booking

1.Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

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

Meet your guide by the Cristiano Ronaldo Statue, learn the basics of kayaking, then paddle about 40 minutes toward Lazareto and Garajau Nature Reserve. Stop at a pebble beach before snorkeling among fish and crabs. Guides including Marco, Hugo, Luis, and Flora are praised for clear safety help and support for mixed skill levels.

“Our trip was really good! We kayaked out to the reserve where Joao showed us where we could jump into the water. İn the reserve there are lods of fish amd crabs everywhere so youre guaranteed to encounter a lot of wildlife. Highly recommended!”

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2.Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 715 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $53

Meet at Madeira Divepoint inside the Pestana Carlton hotel for a short safety lesson, equipment practice, and pool training before heading to a shallow private reef. PADI instructors speak English, German, Portuguese, and Spanish. Choose the ocean option for fish, octopus, starfish, and Atlantic sea life.

“Had a great experience. It was my first time diving and our guide Jorge did an excellent job explaning everything helping me to get comfortable and confident in the water. With Jorge's tips and guidance, everything became easy and enjoyable underwater. Got to see a lot fish and even an octopuss. I highly recommend this activity!”

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3.Glass Bottom Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

From Vila Franca do Campo Marina, you circle Ilhéu de Vila Franca with a skipper and marine biologist, viewing fish, starfish, sea cucumbers, seabirds, and volcanic rock through the glass-bottom boat. Then you snorkel with a guide nearby. Alex, João, Érica, and Edmundo are among the team members praised for clear explanations and friendly care.

“My wife and I had a fantastic time. Our guide was very informative and personable as was our captain. They both had a deep knowledge of the history of the islands and were more than happy to share.”

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4.Kayaking and Snorkeling Adventure

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

Leave Lisbon Zoo by van for a seven-hour coastal adventure in Arrábida Natural Park. Paddle clear water, enter limestone caves, snorkel near Anicha Rock, and take optional cliff jumps. Guides António and Miguel add local history, safety help, photos, and a cheerful soundtrack. Wetsuits, kayaks, masks, flippers, tea, coffee, and cookies are included.

“this was SO FUN !! antonio was our guide and he was so knowledgeable. it was a nice mix of portuguese history and outdoor activities !!”

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

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

From Vila Franca do Campo Marina, a skipper and biologist guide you around the volcanic islet by glass-bottom boat, explaining local history, birds, and marine life. You then snorkel beside the reserve with supplied gear. Expect a flexible outing that can last well beyond the advertised two hours.

“Alex was a great navigator and educated us on the history of the land as well as the marine life we were able to see.”

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6.Arrábida Beaches & Caves Boat Tour with Snorkeling

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

From Sesimbra, cruise through Arrábida Natural Park toward Cabo Espichel, stopping at Ribeiro do Cavalo, Mijona, Inferno, and Baleeira beaches. You’ll swim and snorkel in clear Atlantic water, hear stories about local fishermen, explore sea caves, and taste a typical Setúbal-region drink. Guides may speak English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French.

“This activity was amazing- our tour guide Catarina ensured before arrival that we find the meeting point and was helpful at all times. She provided lots of interesting information about the area of Sesimbra and beaches around. It’s a great mixture of fun, swimming and infos. We even were lucky and saw dolphins. We would recommend the tour and do it again once we are back. :)”

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