The Algarve · PRIVATE
20 reviewed
These are the 15 best private tours on the Algarve right now: what each one costs, how long it runs, and which kind of traveller it suits. Number one is first for a reason, but read on before you book.
Private Faro to Albufeira transfer with a fast pickup at the airport, direct non-stop ride, room for excess luggage, and child seats available.
“These guys are ace! Highly recoomend using Yellowfish! So reliable, fantastic welcome, kind, helpful, full of knowledge, genuinely the best service for our Faro transfers! 🤴👏👏👏👍🥰xx”
Faro Airport to Albufeira private transfer with quick name-on-device meet-up, A/C vehicles, child seats, and direct non-stop ride.
“Our driver had to patiently wait for 2 hours after our flight had landed as it took us that long to get through passport control. This is a big company with lots of drivers waiting for other passengers.”
Private airport transfers linking Faro, Lisbon, Seville, and the Algarve, with fast pickup, strong communication, and reliable drivers for stress-free travel.
“We've used this service for many years. Both drivers have been really happy to see us on arrivals. They are always on time to greet us from the airport.”
Pre-book a private transfer between Faro Airport and Alvor/Portimão. Door-to-door pickup, meet-and-greet, and English-speaking drivers.
“Our driver was super nice and accommodating! Got me and my friend to our destination safely. It was at night and during a festival, which can get hectic but he was patient and nice. I will def book with them again for sure.”
Private return transfer Faro Airport to Carvoeiro with English-speaking driver, air-conditioned car, infant seats, and easy luggage handling.
“Always on time and totally dependable and good value for money”
Private air-conditioned transfer from Faro airport to Carvoeiro with hotel drop-off, easy arrivals pickup, and free child seats.
“Tivemos uma boa experiência! Ao chegarmos já vimos a profissional que nos levaria até o transfer, o resto do deslocamento foi a contento!”
Private yacht in Lagos: swim, snorkel, SUP and kayak with drinks and snacks, exploring Ponta da Piedade caves.
“This is the best way to spend an afternoon in Lagos! Nick and Vera were so welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed and most importantly made the trip a lot of fun! We will definitely book this trip again if we return to Lagos!”
Private 3-hour Faro tour with a local guide: Arco da Vila, Igreja do Carmo bone chapel, Faro Cathedral, and a local drink.
“Gostamos muito do passeio pelo centro de Lisboa, a Lúcia foi muito carinhosa com nosso filho de 5 anos! Ela deu ótimas dicas!”
A private 3.5-hour speed-boat cruise from Lagos with caves, swims, snorkeling, paddleboarding, plus drinks and nibbles included.
“The private boat cruise along the Lagos coast was an amazing experience! Captain Max and Pete did a fantastic job cruising through the Lagos coast sharing the history behind Lagos and provided us with good food and drinks. Captain Max and Pete make a great team. I highly recommend this tour !”
Private boat rental in Ria Formosa from Faro: pick your hours, sail wetlands and islands, optional snorkel, drinks included.
“Muy Decepcionante , no es lo que esperaba, tenia otras expectativas puestas en esta excursión……………..”
Private boat time in Portugal’s Ria Formosa, with island beaches, possible snorkeling, and included drinks, all wrapped into a 4-hour loop.
“Four of us took a private/custom "three hour" tour of Ria Formosa with Odyssey Traditional Boat Tours on May 5, 2023. When I saw the crowds of people on some of the group tours, I was so happy we had just us and our captain! It was a beautiful day on the water and we enjoyed visiting multiple areas/islands of the region and learning about some of the local fishing and way of life. The beaches were beautiful. The lunch we bought was incredible! We are glad we ordered the dishes recommended by our captain. Our captain, William, "Gi" grew up on these islands and made us feel completely welcome…”
Private half-day boat tour in Ria Formosa from Faro, stopping at Deserta and Farol islands for views, village time, and snorkeling masks.
“El tour fue muy temprano y para cuando llegamos a la isla no hacía tiempo para bañarse porq lo que no pudimos aprovechar para hacer snorkel. En la primera parada nos dejaron en la isla con la opción de pasear y con una gafas para bucear (sin tubo) por si queríamos hacer snorkel. En la segunda parada, tuvimos una hora para pasear y visitar el pueblo. Por lo demás, Filip fue muy majo y agradable. Puede que el tour sea un poco caro para lo que ofrece.”
Private catamaran cruise in Faro’s Ria Formosa Natural Park with a local guide, island time on Ilha do Farol and Barreta.
“La publicité que vous faite sur votre site est mensongère car la photo qui presente la croisiere n'est pas réelle , il n y a pas de repas ou tapas de prevu !!!!!! pas d acostage sur les plages non plus cordialement”
1.5-hour Benagil kayak rental with free private parking. Paddle past Marinha arches and into Algar de Benagil with a waterproof bag.
“Marcio and the tour was unbelievable… one of our favorite parts of the whole trip. Can’t recommend this enough!”
Private RIB boat tour from Portimão to Benagil Cave: see Ferragudo and dramatic cliffs, plus expert guide stories for up to 8.
“Booked a private tour for 4 to the caves with Atlantis Tours and our guide Sergio was fabulous. He was extremely informative, charismatic, funny and even sang for us. Only negative was the difficulty in finding the departure location. Be sure to use Atlantis Tours not the convent when searching driving instructions. It was a wonderful experience.”
