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2h Private Group - Exclusive Boat Tour with Local Sailors

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2h Private Group - Exclusive Boat Tour with Local Sailors is a water activity in Portugal rated 5.0/5 by 27 Viator travelers; from about $266 per person; lasts 2 hours.

About

This is a two-hour private boat tour out of Lisbon run by local sailors, not a corporate outfit. The group is yours — no strangers split the deck — and the 5.0 rating across 27 reviews suggests the crew knows what they're doing. The itinerary isn't spelled out in detail, but the format is loose enough to adapt on the water. Price sits around $265 for the boat, which makes sense for a private charter on this coast. You're paying for the exclusivity and the local knowledge, not a scripted route. Reviews skew toward people who wanted something smaller-scale than the big sunset cruises that pack 40 people onto a catamaran. Book directly if you can swing it — sometimes the markup disappears. Bring layers; two hours on open water in Lisbon can shift from sun to wind without warning.

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Category: water
Duration: 2 hours
Price: $266
Minimum age: None
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Setting: outdoor
Booking partner: viator
Product ID: 174931P3

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November in Portugal offers mild weather (around 24°C in southern regions like the Algarve) with low crowds, making it a peaceful time to visit. Hotels report good availability, though some coastal restaurants and facilities begin closing for the season. It's ideal for those seeking relaxation, golf, or exploration without peak-season bustle.

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