Vilamoura: Private — Unwind Half Day
Highlights
- ✓The whole catamaran to yourselves — up to 18 people, nobody else on board
- ✓Welcome drink with sparkling wine and oysters
- ✓Two bottles of wine, charcuterie, cheeses and canapés included
- ✓Paddleboards and snorkel masks on board
- ✓The wide sands from Quarteira to Falésia, and the coves further west
About this activity
The Unwind catamaran just for your group, up to 18 people, half a day out of Vilamoura — sparkling wine and oysters on arrival and food on board from start to finish.
The boat is reserved for your group alone, with dedicated crew, departing from Marina de Vilamoura — the largest marina in the Algarve, and the one that opens onto the wide sandy shore running from Quarteira to Falésia.
From there the day is yours: head west to the coves of Olhos de Água and Albufeira, or simply anchor offshore and stay. The crew shapes the day around whatever is decided on board — and the food is already in the ticket: sparkling wine and oysters on arrival, wine, charcuterie and canapés during, fig cake with brandy on the way back.
Itinerary
- 1Meeting at Marina de Vilamoura
- 2Boarding the Unwind — you take your shoes off before stepping on, and flip-flops are handed out on board
- 3Welcome drink with sparkling wine and oysters
- 4The wide sandy shore, from Quarteira to Praia da Falésia
- 5West to the coves of Olhos de Água and Albufeira, or simply anchor offshore and stay
- 6Back to Marina de Vilamoura
What's included
- ✓Private charter of the Unwind catamaran for half a day, up to 18 people
- ✓A dedicated crew, ashore and on board
- ✓Welcome drink — sparkling wine and oysters
- ✓Water and soft drinks
- ✓Two bottles of wine (0.75 l)
- ✓Boards of charcuterie, cheese and regional fruit
- ✓Mini cheeseburgers, mini wraps and a selection of cold canapés
- ✓Fig cake, a miniature Algarve platter and fig brandy
- ✓Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free menus, requested at booking
- ✓Towels, paddleboards and snorkel masks
- ✓Under sail or under engine, whichever you prefer
- ✓Your choice of route and stops
Stops and access may be adjusted on the day, depending on sea or weather conditions.
Location
Where this activity starts
Marina de Vilamoura
Marina de Vilamoura, Escritório n.º 7 e 8, Cais Q, 8125-409 Quarteira
Important information
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen and a hat
- A light jacket for the wind at sea
Cancellation policy
Full refund up to 72 hours before. Between 72 and 24 hours before, 50% of the quoted price is refunded. Less than 24 hours before, there is no refund. If bad weather prevents the trip, an alternative date is offered; if no date works, the refund is made less up to 15% for administration and preparation.
This deadline is the operator’s and applies to bookings made online. If you book with us on request, our own booking conditions apply. Booking conditions for direct requests.
More information
The price is for the boat, not per person — you split it across the group. The itinerary is fully customisable and so is the duration: besides the half day there is a 4-hour, a full-day and a sunset option. For tailor-made requests, talk to us before booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I get wet?
On a catamaran, normally not. You will get wet if you go in at the swim stop, where there is one.
Is the price per person?
No. The price is for the whole boat, not per head, up to 18 people — it is the same whether a few of you go or the full group.
What languages is the activity in?
The crew or guide speak Portuguese and English.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
Bringing your own food or drink on board is not allowed, with the exception of food for small children. Boats with a bar sell drinks and snacks, and trips with a meal included bring everything you need.
Are there life jackets on board?
Yes, for adults and children, and the crew shows you where they are before departure. Wearing one at all times is only mandatory on the boats and routes where the law requires it — you are told at boarding.
Pregnancy, back trouble, a wheelchair or a pushchair — is it possible?
Nearly always, and the right answer is given before you book, not on the quay. As a rule a pregnant passenger can go, with the final word resting with the skipper depending on the sea that day. Anyone with a sensitive back will feel the impact far more on a small fast boat than on a catamaran, which is stable and has proper seating. For a wheelchair or a pushchair, some boats have a boarding ramp and on others boarding requires you to be steady on your feet, and the toilets on board may not be adapted. Tell us the specifics and the date you want: we confirm with the operator which departure works, and only then do you pay.
What happens in bad weather?
The decision to sail is always the skipper’s, for safety. If a departure is cancelled because of the sea or the weather, you choose: a new date or a full refund — the booking is not lost.
Can I bring my pet on board?
As a rule no, with the exception of guide dogs with proper documentation. Some operators will consider it case by case — if you want to bring yours, tell us before booking and we will check with the boat operator.
Can I bring a backpack?
You can, as long as it fits on your lap. Bring only the essentials.
What if someone feels unwell on board?
Every operator follows safety protocols and has maritime support. If it happens, tell the crew straight away — that is what they are there for.
From €900