Our Top 15 Portugal Fishing Trips

1.Vilamoura: Algarve Reef Fishing Boat Trip with Gear Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 193 reviews · 4 hours · from $64Our pick

Set out from Vilamoura Marina for a four-hour reef fishing trip on a boat carrying up to 12 anglers. Rods, bait, and guidance from two crew members are included. You fish Algarve reefs, can keep your catch, and have access to a restroom and small bar. Gil and Bill have also helped families on past trips.

“An amazing day out :) The staff were really helpful and friendly. There weren’t too many people on the boat so we had a lot of room and could ask any questions We got a lot of time to fish (over 2 hours) and got to take home what we caught. Would recommend”

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2.Bottom Fishing Lagos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 141 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

Join Costa D’oiro in Lagos for a four-hour bottom-fishing trip led by an experienced captain and crew, including Tommy, Tiago, and Moisés on recent departures. Your license, bait, rods, and tackle are supplied. Expect several fishing spots, help with bait and hooks, and possible views of cliffs, caves, dolphins, tuna, and local fish.

“Well organised trip , the staff were great . 3 of us went and we caught around 14 fish between us.”

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3.Cascais Deep-Sea Fishing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 94 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $104

Head out from Cascais Marina with Ricardo, Antonio, or another multilingual crew member for a half-day or full-day fishing trip. Tackle, bait, license, fuel, insurance, drinks, and guidance are included. Fish for bream, snapper, mackerel, and more, with lunch added on the full-day option.

“The crew was welcoming, fun and knowledgeable. The captain and crew watched the weather for adjustments and were spot on putting us on fish to catch. It was a great experience”

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4.Reef Fishing in Vilamoura

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 55 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Spend three hours reef fishing off Vilamoura aboard the custom-built Gui Bonnet, a boat for up to 10 people. The English and Portuguese-speaking crew set up your rod, bait the line, and help you handle your catch. You can keep the fish or return it to the sea. Bring ID and pay the €5 fishing license fee at check-in.

“Amazing trip for my son’s 14th birthday - the two men on the boat were brilliant, nothing was too much trouble and they were always there to lend a hand. Most importantly they let us catch and release, which was really important for me. Would highly recommend and will definitely use again. Thanks so much x”

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5.Cascais: Half-Day Fishing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 36 reviews · 3 hours · from $93

Join Dreamboats Portugal at Cascais Marina for a three-hour Atlantic fishing trip limited to 10 people. Your crew provides rods, bait, fishing licence, drinks, and hands-on instruction. Depending on the day, you may fish with Rui, Miguel, or Captain Carlos, then take your catch home to cook.

“Our children and we were deeply impressed. Thank you for an unforgettable experience and a wonderful time!”

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6.Portimão: Algarve Reef Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 4 hours Top rated

Set out from Portimão with a private group of up to five, heading about 5 kilometers offshore to fish Algarve reefs. The crew supplies rods, bait, permits, and safety gear, while guides such as Rui, Manuel, and Gonzalo help with technique, species, and unhooking fish. Expect coastal views and a relaxed four-hour trip.

“everything perfect, a great experience with fantastic people. all professional and funny at the same time.”

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7.Sesimbra: All-inclusive Sport Fishing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $113

Meet Pedro, Fernando, or another Bolhas Tours guide at Sesimbra Harbour for a five-hour fishing trip along the Sesimbra Coast. Fish 3 to 10 nautical miles offshore, learn about local sea life, and look for seabream, snapper, mackerel, grouper, and conger. The route also includes Cabo Espichel and a scenic cruise through Arrábida Natural Park.

“Our family has got quite much fishing experience and are used to get bigger fishes in Scandinavia than we got at this trip, so it was a little bit of a disappointment. Nevertheless we appreciated the effort that the staff showed us to give us a good trip. When there was to windy they took us to a sightseeing along the coast and showed us some nice places.”

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8.Fuzeta: 2.5-Hour Sport Fishing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 15 reviews · from $40Best value

Meet near Fuzeta’s fishing harbour and head out by boat with fishing gear, bait, and a skipper who teaches beginners in Portuguese, English, Spanish, or French. The 2.5-hour trip is built around persistence, not luck, and may take you from the lagoon toward the open sea. Bring ID, sun protection, and comfortable shoes.

“The team was very friendly and helpful. We drove out of the lagoon when the water was running out and we fished in the sea. Best weather. We and the three children loved it.”

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9.Explore Sesimbra: Private Sport Fishing All Inclusive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 5 hours

Set out from Sesimbra Marina on a private five-hour fishing trip aboard a 32-foot cabin boat. A multilingual crew and fishing coach help beginners and experienced anglers target snappers, bream, mackerel, and other Atlantic fish. Six rod sets, bait, licenses, drinks, and safety equipment are included, and you can keep your catch.

“It was a wonderful time to spend with friends. Organizers met us in time, told us about territory and activities, and created an atmosphere of adventure ❤️”

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10.Ponta Delgada: 4-hour Half-Day Fishing Boat Trip Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 10 reviews · 4 hours

Set out from Ponta Delgada with skipper Pedro or another English or Portuguese-speaking guide for four hours of private fishing off São Miguel. Try trolling, jigging, and deep-sea fishing while learning about local species. Boats hold up to four or ten people. Bring a jacket, sunscreen, and patience: fish are never guaranteed.

“Nagyon kedves volt a kapitány, akit Pedrónak hívnak. Ami nem volt jó, hogy nem volt sikeres a horgászat, mert nem fogtunk halat.”

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11.Sao Miguel: Azores Traditional Fishing – Half Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 4 hours · from $147

Spend four hours fishing off São Miguel with local fisherman Leonardo from AG Expeditions. Departing from Rabo de Peixe, you will use traditional long lines rather than standard rods, with the route shaped by sea conditions and your interests. The boat holds only four people, and you can keep your catch.

“Ter visto a forma de pescar. Não apanhar nem um peixe.”

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12.Bottom Fishing Activity from Quarteira

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10 reviews · from $69

Leave Vilamoura Marina at 9 a.m. for a five-hour bottom-fishing trip with Cruzeiros da Oura. Your crew takes you to known fishing grounds, provides a rod and bait, and explains the basics before anchoring. You can fish, take photos, and bring drinks or snacks. The boat holds up to 12 people.

“Too rough to go fishing The trip should have been cancelled Half the passengers were sick on the journey”

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13.Explore Sesimbra Sports Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $107

Set out from Sesimbra at 8:00 am with skipper Gonçalo and guide Vanessa for five hours of coastal fishing. Depending on the season, target pargos, goldfish, mackerel, squid, or other local species. The six-person boat may also spot dolphins and visit beaches and forts along the coast.

“Beautiful landscapes for an unforgettable experience! The team was very friendly, speaks French, Spanish, Italian and English (and Portuguese).”

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14.Half-Day Private Coastal Fishing Escape

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Set out from Ponta Delgada Marina on a private four-hour fishing trip for up to four people. Your professional guide supplies the fishing gear, shares local tips, and takes you along São Miguel’s volcanic coast to promising fishing spots. Children can join with an adult, and the outing ends back at the marina.

“My Kids catch a fish. The Fisherman helps all the time, and he prepared the fish to cook. Thanks....”

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15.Fishing Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join Fernando and Rita for a four-hour fishing trip from Peniche, with rods, reels, and bait supplied. You’ll fish with up to six people, pay a €5 onboard license per person, and may spot dolphins or other sea life. The boat leaves at 8:00 AM and returns at noon.

“What a fantastic trip! Deep sea fishing for 5 hours with Fernando and his skipper! They were both lovely and friendly, they gave us our rods, kept our lines baited and helped with unhooking the fish we caught. The kids had a ball catching lots of different types of fish! A really great experience for everyone, would highly recommend!”

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