Ponta da Piedade Coastal Tour in Lagos, Algarve: Explore Spectacular Beaches, Coves, and Sea Caves
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Embark on a thrilling Ponta da Piedade Coastal Tour in Lagos, Algarve. Explore spectacular beaches, coves, and sea caves, and take a refreshing swim along the way. Discover the unique rock formations and visit breathtaking secluded beaches. Join us for an unforgettable experience!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Praia Dona Ana - You will get a sea perspective from one of the most popular beaches of Lagos. Don’t forget to make a photograph!

Praia Dona Ana is in the area known as Costa D ‘Oiro, name due to the yellow/golden color of the rocks that surround this beach and which is the largest among the several beaches of unique beauty, protected from the wind and calm and clear waters, located between the city port to the Ponta da Piedade lighthouse. The proximity of Lagos makes it popular in the summer. The rocks on the beach provide shade for visitors. The sea is calm and bathers usually swim to the base of the cliffs and sharp rocks that emerge from the water.

History:

The beach was named after the nun Ana, who lived in the nunnery of Lagos. During World War I, soldiers invaded the convent and murdered all the nuns, with the exception of D. Ana, who had access to a tunnel between the convent and the beach. D. Ana fled through the tunnel and was the only one who survived.

  • Praia do Camilo - Praia do Camilo is the most beautiful beach in the municipality of Lagos and is accessed through a wooden staircase. The cliff that borders the beach offers a fabulous panoramic view of the coastline between Lagos and Albufeira.

This beach is divided by a huge rock formation that you can walk through an excavated tunnel, where you can see a large number of shells embedded in the rock.

Take your time and enjoy the sea view of the most beautiful beach of Lagos and perhaps the of the world! Oh, and don’t forget to make a photo!

  • Ponta da Piedade - The cliffs of the Ponta da Piedade headland is one of the finest natural features of the Algarve. This dramatic limestone coastline is formed of sea pillars, fragile rock arches and hidden grottos, all of which have been chiselled-out by savage winter storms.

The Ponta da Piedade is a bleak and windswept headland, and the beauty of the region is only discovered on descending the cliffs, where the exposed cliffs reveal their golden colour, and the turquoise sea waters lap precariously balanced rock formations. The headland can only be described as stunning.

Come along with us and navigate along this wonderful coast and enjoy the beautiful rock formations, the fantastic beaches, the small coves and the sea caves known worldwide for their unique features.

Enjoy all these breathtaking views as you cruise along the coast in a modern, comfortable boat with padded seats.

What's Included
  • Multilingual live commentary on-board (English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese)
  • Professional local driver/guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drink
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information

Embark on a delightful journey coasting along the stunning edges of Ponta da Piedade in Lagos. Explore distinctive rock formations, alluring beaches, charming inlets, and sea caves known for their distinctive characteristics. There will also be a chance to take a relaxing swim during the journey.

Venture into the hearts of Algarve coast’s most enchanting caves, weaving through slender passages like the Siamese Twins, the Arch of Triumph, the Corridor, and the interiors of remarkable caves, including the famous Cathedral, the Kitchen, the Living Room and the Skull.

We will also tour some of the most awe-inspiring secluded beaches and coves like Potato Beach, Student Beach, Pinhão, Dona Ana, Camilo, the Nudist Beach, Praia Grande, Barranco Martinho and others…

Take in all these marvelous sights as you sail along the coast in a contemporary, cozy boat fitted with cushioned seating. Whether you’re on your own or with your loved ones, join us for a memorable time! Have fun!

Location
Meeting Point: Gate "Passeios de Barco / Boat Trips" of Lagos Marina
Passeio dos Descobrimentos
Meet your captain/guide at: Lagos Marina, Gate "Passeios de Barco / Boat Trips" Reference: White gate in front of Amuras Bar. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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X6256pvlaurenh
Apr 1, 2024
Perfect Coastal Tour for Families - Rui and Danielle were wonderful. We brought our 8 and 9 year olds, and 70+ parents. The trip was narrated beautifully in English for us. The maneuvering was expert and FUN between rock formations. The sites were just incredible. This was the perfect length for kids our kids ages and for those of us a little nervous about being on the ocean. The boat was in perfect condition too!!
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Courtney_k
Feb 18, 2024
Exciting and relaxing at the same time - Rui and Daniel gave us a great and safe tour of the hidden beaches in Lagos. He is a second generation seaman here and knows the waters well so he can get you up close to these amazing formations. Definitely recommend when you’re here in the Algarve!
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Geostevin
Dec 24, 2023
Wonderful and fun experience with Lagos Boat Tours - It was really a nice and very personalized experience. The tour guide made us feel comfortable and answered all our questions. He also gave interesting insights about the geology and history of the different locations we visited. By the way, he drove us to visit very nice caves with interesting and fun stories and illustrations for each cave and structure. I strongly recommend Lagos Boat Tour to anyone visiting Lagos, Portugal.
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913raquelf
Oct 7, 2023
Third generation tour guide - Our tour guide and his assistant were awesome. I would describe them as professional, regional, and kind. They gave us a feeling of safety and adventure.
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Wernerw488
Sep 23, 2023
The Algarve from the water - It was a great experience to see the rocks from the water. We drove through caves and into secluded bays that cannot be seen from land.
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Saramh7528qt
Aug 14, 2023
The best of the trip - This excursion has been one of the best we have done in the Algarve, a magnificent tour and very professional, attentive and friendly guides. The excursion started on time and the guide explained in both Spanish and English so that we could all understand him. Highly recommended.
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F4998unmercedesr
Aug 10, 2023
Super cool excursion - We loved it, the guides explained everything to us and took us to super cool places, to repeat😍
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Rebecaandraf
Jul 2, 2023
Great experience in Lagos, Ponta da Piedade - We chose to go on a Coastal Boat tour in Lagos- Ponta da Piedade with “Lagos Boat Tour” with captain Pedro Rui. Best choice ever. We highly recommend it: good explanation in our mother tongue, friendly people and good price.
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Hrodri59
Jun 14, 2023
Excellent!!! - This tour with Rui was excellent! He is super knowledgeable about Lagos, is a very skilled boat captain and we had an amazing time!!! I highly recommend Rui and his business!
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Rayce2238df
Jun 4, 2023
Best Lagos boat tour. - Pedro was the best skipper, great service, very informative and a master mariner. Stunning coastline and great value. Highly recommended.
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