The western Algarve at its most dramatic
Lagos has some of the most striking coastline in Europe. Just beyond the harbour mouth, the cliffs of Ponta da Piedade break into sea stacks, arches and grottoes of glowing golden rock, with water that turns turquoise in the summer sun. A yacht charter in Lagos brings you there in minutes.
Our Lagos fleet has something for every group. The Princess V58 is a British sports yacht for up to 16, with Moët and Chandon on board. The Cranchi Mediterranee 47 and Endurance 41 are fast, stylish Italian yachts, and Pocahontas offers a two-hour Ponta da Piedade cruise from €600. For a slower day, there is the Oceanis 45 sailing yacht, and for bigger groups the Helia 44 and Nautitech 46 catamarans.
Every charter is private, with skipper and crew, fuel, drinks and snacks included and the price set for the whole yacht. Explore Ponta da Piedade by yacht, continue west to Porto de Mós and Praia da Luz, or head east towards Alvor and, on a morning charter, the Benagil caves.
Lagos is more than two hours from Vilamoura by sea, so if you are staying in the central Algarve, our yachts in Vilamoura may suit you better.
For those staying in Lagos, Luz or Burgau, though, there is no better starting point for the western Algarve: the most famous rock formations on the coast are on your doorstep, and the quieter bays towards Sagres are within reach on a full day.
Our Lagos yachts
Seven yachts at Lagos Marina, from a compact Cranchi to the Princess V58. Prices are per yacht, VAT included.
3 hours from €1,500Princess V58
- Up to 16 guests
- Departs Lagos Marina
- Princess V58 with Moët and Chandon on board
- Price set by group size
Half day 3 h 30 from €1,175Cranchi Mediterranee 47
- Up to 12 guests
- Departs Lagos Marina
- Hardtop motor yacht with two crew
- Full day 7 hours €2,200
Afternoon 3 h 30 from €850Cranchi Endurance 41
- Up to 8 guests
- Departs Lagos Marina
- Italian sports yacht with two crew
- Full day 7 hours €1,500
2 hours from €600Pocahontas
- Up to 8 guests
- Departs Lagos Marina
- Ponta da Piedade or evening cruise
- Benagil morning 3 h 30 €1,150
3 hours from €800Fountaine Pajot Helia 44
- Up to 16 guests
- Departs Lagos Marina
- Sailing catamaran for up to 16
- Price set by group size
3 hours from €970Nautitech 46 Open
- Up to 16 guests
- Departs Lagos Marina
- Luxury catamaran with a tender
- Full day 6 hours €1,380
Half day 3 h 30 from €625Oceanis 45
- Up to 10 guests
- Departs Lagos Marina
- Sailing yacht with two crew
- Full day 7 hours €1,200
Prices are per yacht, not per person, and include VAT. Skipper, crew, fuel, drinks and snacks are included. Yachts with online booking (NOON, Majestic, São Lourenço and Atlantis) save 10%.
Ponta da Piedade from the water
Ponta da Piedade is only a few minutes from the marina, which is why even a two-hour charter feels complete. Your captain cruises slowly along the headland, between columns of rock, past natural arches and into the mouths of grottoes where conditions allow.
The light here changes through the day. In the morning the water is often at its calmest and clearest for swimming; in the late afternoon the cliffs glow deep gold. Several yachts carry a tender for going ashore where permitted, always where conditions and local rules allow.
For more detail on the route, see our West to Lagos signature cruise.
Porto de Mós, Praia da Luz and beyond
- Porto de Mós: just past Ponta da Piedade, a wide sandy beach backed by tall cliffs, good for a swim stop at anchor.
- Praia da Luz: a relaxed bay and village beneath the black rock of Rocha Negra, a little further west.
- Burgau and Salema: on a full day, the coast towards Sagres becomes wilder and quieter, with fishing villages and sheltered bays.
- East to Benagil: Pocahontas offers a 3 h 30 morning charter to the Benagil area for €1,150. Yachts stay outside the protected cave.
Your captain chooses the route on the day according to the wind and swell, so the most sheltered water is always the priority.
Choosing a yacht in Lagos
The Princess V58 is the choice for celebrations and corporate groups, with space for 16 and a price set by group size. The Cranchi 47 suits groups of up to 12 who want a hardtop for shade, and the Cranchi 41 and Pocahontas are ideal for up to eight.
For a slower pace, the Oceanis 45 is a classic sailing yacht from €625 for a half day. The Helia 44 and Nautitech 46 catamarans give families and larger groups wide decks and stability; see catamaran charters and corporate and golf groups.
Timings, meeting point and booking
All seven yachts depart from Lagos Marina, a short walk from the historic centre. Half days usually run 09:30 to 13:00 or 14:00 to 17:30, full days 10:00 to 17:00, and evening cruises are available on Pocahontas and the Nautitech 46.
Send us your date, time and group size. We confirm availability and send a secure link for a 15% deposit, with the balance paid on the day. If the skipper cancels because of the weather, you can move your date or receive a full refund.
Celebrating? Let us know when you enquire and we can arrange extras such as a cake or flowers, quoted in advance.
How to book
Frequently asked questions
How much is a yacht charter in Lagos?
A two-hour Ponta da Piedade cruise on Pocahontas is €600. Half days start at €625 on the Oceanis 45, and the Princess V58 starts at €1,500 for three hours. See the price guide.
How long does it take to reach Ponta da Piedade?
Only a few minutes from Lagos Marina, so even a two-hour charter gives you plenty of time along the headland.
Can we go inside the grottoes?
No. The grottoes are viewed from the yacht: your captain takes you as close as is safe and holds position outside. Some yachts carry a tender for going ashore where permitted.
Which yacht is best for a group of 16?
The Princess V58, the Helia 44 and the Nautitech 46 all take up to 16 guests.
Can we sail to Benagil from Lagos?
Yes, Pocahontas offers a 3 h 30 morning charter to the Benagil area. For more time at the caves, consider sailing from Portimão.
How do we pay?
We confirm your date, then send a secure link for a 15% deposit. The balance is paid on the day of your charter.
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Your day on the Algarve coast
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- DeparturesGate A3, in front of Il Lamparo restaurant, Vilamoura Marina
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