Private boat hire · Albufeira Marina
Private boat hire in Albufeira with skipper
Hire a whole boat with skipper for your group, from a fast RIB for up to 8 to a catamaran for 18 or a Sunseeker yacht. No licence needed, no strangers on board, and you choose the route: Benagil caves, quiet beaches, dolphins or the sunset.
Choose your boat
Available boats
Private RIB speedboat to the caves
Albufeira Marina · 3 hours · up to 8 guests
- Fast private RIB with skipper
- Get close to the sea caves and hidden beaches
- Ideal for small groups and families
From€900per boat
Private catamaran trip
Albufeira Marina · 3 hours · up to 12 guests
- Private catamaran with skipper
- Cruise the coast, caves and beaches
- Swim stops on the way
From€1,200per boat
Sunseeker Portofino 53 “Infinity”
Albufeira Marina · 2 to 10 hours · up to 12 guests
- 17.4 m Sunseeker sports yacht
- Welcome drink, wine, soft drinks and snack boards
- Skipper, crew and fuel included
From€1,200per boat
Private sailing catamaran “Unwind”
Albufeira Marina · Half day, 4 hours · up to 18 guests
- The whole catamaran for your group
- Skipper and crew included
- Spacious and stable, ideal for families and big groups
From€1,400per boat
Sunseeker Predator 60 “Serenity”
Albufeira Marina · 4 to 12 hours · up to 12 guests
- 19.4 m yacht with Seakeeper stabiliser for a smooth ride
- Air conditioning, 3 cabins and a hydraulic swim platform
- Drinks, snack boards, skipper, crew and fuel included
From€2,200per boat
Prices include Portuguese VAT and are confirmed when you book. Where two seasons are shown, the lower price applies from 20 September to 30 April.
Guide
How private boat hire in Albufeira works
Every boat here comes with a licensed skipper, fuel and insurance, and leaves from Albufeira Marina.
Do I need a boat licence?
No. Every boat is hired with a professional skipper, so you can relax, swim and enjoy the coast while the skipper handles the boat.
Which boat suits my group?
Up to 8 guests: the private RIB speedboat. Up to 12: the catamaran or a Sunseeker yacht. Up to 18: the “Unwind” sailing catamaran.
How long should I book?
Three hours is enough for the Benagil caves and a swim stop. A half day of 4 hours is more relaxed, and a full day lets you reach Lagos or the Ria Formosa.
What does it cost?
Private boat hire in Albufeira starts at €900 for 3 hours on the RIB, €1,200 on a catamaran or Sunseeker sunset cruise, and €1,400 for a 4-hour half day on the “Unwind”. Prices are per boat, not per person.
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How booking works
Book online, pay a 25% deposit to secure your boat
Choose your boat
Pick your boat, date, time and group size, and send us your booking by WhatsApp or email in under a minute.
Pay the deposit
We confirm availability and send you a secure card payment link for the deposit.
Step aboard
Meet your skipper at Albufeira Marina and pay the rest on the day.
Our own fleet in Vilamoura
Elite yachts 20 minutes from Albufeira
Elite Yacht Charters runs its own fleet from Vilamoura Marina: Sunseeker, Fairline, Azimut and a catamaran, for Benagil caves, dolphins and sunset cruises.
Questions
Albufeira private boat charter FAQ
How much does it cost to hire a private boat in Albufeira?
Private boat hire with skipper starts at €900 for 3 hours for up to 8 guests, including VAT. Catamarans and Sunseeker yachts start at €1,200.
Can we hire a boat in Albufeira without a skipper?
The boats on this site are all hired with a skipper, which is the safest and easiest way to visit the caves. Your skipper knows where to swim and how close the sea allows you to get.
Where do the boats leave from?
Every boat on this site leaves from Albufeira Marina. We send you the exact meeting point when your booking is confirmed. Please arrive 30 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. On the Sunseeker yachts, cancellation is free up to 7 days before. If the skipper cancels because of the weather, you can move your date or get your deposit back.
Do prices include VAT?
Yes. All prices shown include Portuguese VAT and are confirmed when you book.
We check availability and send you a secure link to pay the deposit. If the skipper cancels because of the weather, you can move your date or get your deposit back.
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