Cascais Private Sailing Yacht Cruise: Dufour 460 with Swimming

Sail the Cascais coastline on your own chartered boat, not a crowded tour vessel.

A private sailing yacht cruise departing from Cascais marina aboard a Dufour 460 Grand Large, carrying up to ten guests along the Atlantic coast past Estoril, São João do Estoril, Carcavelos Beach and the dramatic cliffs of Boca do Inferno, with an anchor stop for swimming in a calm bay. The boat is yours alone. A professional crew handles the sailing while you steer the itinerary. A welcome drink is included, and you can add lunch or a charcuterie board with wine at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail along Cascais coastline

• Depart from Cascais marina
• Cruise past Estoril and São João do Estoril
• Pass Carcavelos Beach and Boca do Inferno cliffs
• View Lisbon bar and city skyline
• Anchor in scenic bay for swimming
• Relax and sunbathe on deck

The experience

You depart from Cascais marina and sail into open Atlantic waters with the crew managing the boat while you take in the coastline. The route passes Estoril and São João do Estoril along the shore, then curves toward Carcavelos Beach and the jagged cliffs of Boca do Inferno. As you move further out, the Lisbon bar (Barra de Lisboa) comes into view with the city skyline beyond it: the kind of vantage point you don't get from land.

The boat anchors in a sheltered bay where the water is calm enough to swim. You can jump in, float on deck between swims, or stay aboard with a drink and watch the coast from the water. The whole experience runs three hours, which means you can fit it into a morning or afternoon without losing the rest of your day in Cascais or Lisbon.

A welcome drink is served on board. If you want more than that, you can order a three-course lunch with drinks or a charcuterie board with wine when you book. Both are prepared on the boat. The crew handles all the sailing. Your only job is to show up at the marina and decide how much sun you want.

What’s included

• Welcome drink.
• fuel and professional crew.
• anchor stop in a sheltered bay for swimming.
• panoramic views of Estoril, Carcavelos Beach and Boca do Inferno coastline. Lunch on board or a charcuterie board with wine can be added at checkout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by The Ocean Week

Is this one for you?Three hours is short enough to slot into a morning or afternoon without sacrificing the rest of your day in Cascais or Lisbon, and long enough to sail the full coastline and anchor for a proper swim. Book this if you want the boat to yourself and don't want to share the experience with strangers.

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Top questions

What's the boat like on a private sailing cruise from Cascais?

The Dufour 460 Grand Large is a sailing yacht that holds up to ten guests. It's crewed, so the captain and crew manage the sails and navigation while you relax on deck or swim during the anchor stop.

Can I swim during the Cascais sailing cruise?

Yes. The boat anchors in a calm, scenic bay where you can swim in clear water. You can jump in as many times as you want during the anchor stop, or stay on deck if you prefer.

How long does the sailing cruise take and when does it fit into a day?

The cruise runs three hours, which fits into either a morning or an afternoon without eating up your whole day. You depart from Cascais marina and return there, leaving time for other plans in the area.

What does the price include on this private yacht cruise?

The price includes the welcome drink, fuel and the crew. Lunch on board (a three-course meal with drinks) and a charcuterie board with wine are available as add-ons at checkout.

Where does the boat sail from and what coastline do you see?

You depart from Cascais marina and sail along the Atlantic coast past Estoril, São João do Estoril, Carcavelos Beach and Boca do Inferno's dramatic cliffs. The route also passes the Lisbon bar with the city skyline in the distance.