If your heart belongs to the sea, you’ll know that headrush… that giddy sense of allure… that hits when you discover a coastline that’s all you’ve ever hoped for. It’s that second when you realise - you’ve sailed into Nirvana!

That feeling is unmistakable when you first sail the Algarve.

Maybe it’s the tranquillity of the warm, crystal sea. Maybe the jagged landscape, and the mix of coastal aromas drifting out from the shore. Maybe the energising rays of a sun that beats down like it only shines for you. Who knows?

We just know the Algarve is a haven for seafarers, who flock here every season… and never want to leave.

So Many Ways to Set Sail

The Algarve is ready for every kind of sailor. Whether you sail here in your own vessel, or charter when you arrive. Whether you’re a seasoned captain or coming to learn the ropes. Whether you man your own deck or hire a local crew.

Every option is here, so you can enjoy the best waters on earth…any way you choose.

If your heart belongs to the sea, you’ll know that headrush… that giddy sense of allure… that hits when you discover a coastline that’s all you’ve ever hoped for. It’s that second when you realise - you’ve sailed into Nirvana!

That feeling is unmistakable when you first sail the Algarve.

Maybe it’s the tranquillity of the warm, crystal sea. Maybe the jagged landscape, and the mix of coastal aromas drifting out from the shore. Maybe the energising rays of a sun that beats down like it only shines for you. Who knows?

We just know the Algarve is a haven for seafarers, who flock here every season… and never want to leave.

So Many Ways to Set Sail

The Algarve is ready for every kind of sailor. Whether you sail here in your own vessel, or charter when you arrive. Whether you’re a seasoned captain or coming to learn the ropes. Whether you man your own deck or hire a local crew.

Every option is here, so you can enjoy the best waters on earth…any way you choose.

If your heart belongs to the sea, you’ll know that headrush… that giddy sense of allure… that hits when you discover a coastline that’s all you’ve ever hoped for. It’s that second when you realise - you’ve sailed into Nirvana!

That feeling is unmistakable when you first sail the Algarve.

Maybe it’s the tranquillity of the warm, crystal sea. Maybe the jagged landscape, and the mix of coastal aromas drifting out from the shore. Maybe the energising rays of a sun that beats down like it only shines for you. Who knows?

We just know the Algarve is a haven for seafarers, who flock here every season… and never want to leave.

So Many Ways to Set Sail

The Algarve is ready for every kind of sailor. Whether you sail here in your own vessel, or charter when you arrive. Whether you’re a seasoned captain or coming to learn the ropes. Whether you man your own deck or hire a local crew.

Every option is here, so you can enjoy the best waters on earth…any way you choose

FOR LAND LOVERS

If you’re not a natural seadog, there’s no need to sit on the shore and wonder what life is like out there on the horizon. There are sail and motor boats of every sort, with crews and skippers standing by to whisk you around the coastline.

Take a day cruise, with a highlights tour of the best coves nearby. Or charter for the week and absorb the 100 miles of coast – taking in the secret treasures, like Lagos’ limestone caves and grottoes, and iconic beaches like Armação de Pêra and Praia da Marinha.

Kingsman Recommends:

You’ll find a sailing package in any marina, like Faro, Lagos, Albufeira, Vilamoura or Portimão. Here are some of our favourites:

Vilamoura Water Sports Centre

For charter yachts with skippered crews, plus a host of fun activities from banana boats to jet skis.

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Sunseeker: Portugal Lifestyle

Build your own sailing experience, for a day or week with a skipper and crew aboard a luxury yacht. Routes from Vilamoura and Portimão.

Cool Charters

Sail from Vilamoura for a day or half-day charter. Take in a sunrise or sunset tour of the local coves, and enjoy some amazing hospitality on board.

Azure Luxury Charters

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Another great choice for early morning or evening cruisers, including some must-see routes around Vilamoura for cave and dolphin lovers.

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For Land Lovers

If you’re not a natural seadog, there’s no need to sit on the shore and wonder what life is like out there on the horizon. There are sail and motor boats of every sort, with crews and skippers standing by to whisk you around the coastline.

Take a day cruise, with a highlights tour of the best coves nearby. Or charter for the week and absorb the 100 miles of coast – taking in the secret treasures, like Lagos’ limestone caves and grottoes, and iconic beaches like Armação de Pêra and Praia da Marinha.

Kingsman Recommends:

You’ll find a sailing package in any marina, like Faro, Lagos, Albufeira, Vilamoura or Portimão. Here are some of our favourites:

Vilamoura Water Sports Centre
For charter yachts with skippered crews, plus a host of fun activities from banana boats to jet skis.

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Sunseeker: Portugal Lifestyle
Build your own sailing experience, for a day or week with a skipper and crew aboard a luxury yacht. Routes from Vilamoura and Portimão.

Cool Charters
Sail from Vilamoura for a day or half-day charter. Take in a sunrise or sunset tour of the local coves, and enjoy some amazing hospitality on board.

Azure Luxury Charters
Another great choice for early morning or evening cruisers, including some must-see routes around Vilamoura for cave and dolphin lovers.

​​​​​​​For Land Lovers

If you’re not a natural seadog, there’s no need to sit on the shore and wonder what life is like out there on the horizon. There are sail and motor boats of every sort, with crews and skippers standing by to whisk you around the coastline.

Take a day cruise, with a highlights tour of the best coves nearby. Or charter for the week and absorb the 100 miles of coast – taking in the secret treasures, like Lagos’ limestone caves and grottoes, and iconic beaches like Armação de Pêra and Praia da Marinha.

Kingsman Recommends:

You’ll find a sailing package in any marina, like Faro, Lagos, Albufeira, Vilamoura or Portimão. Here are some of our favourites:

Vilamoura Water Sports Centre​​​​​​​
For charter yachts with skippered crews, plus a host of fun activities from banana boats to jet skis.

​​​​​​​

Sunseeker: Portugal Lifestyle
Build your own sailing experience, for a day or week with a skipper and crew aboard a luxury yacht. Routes from Vilamoura and Portimão.

Cool Charters​​​​​​​
Sail from Vilamoura for a day or half-day charter. Take in a sunrise or sunset tour of the local coves, and enjoy some amazing hospitality on board.

Azure Luxury Charters​​​​​​​
Another great choice for early morning or evening cruisers, including some must-see routes around Vilamoura for cave and dolphin lovers.

FOR LEARNERS

If you’ve ever dreamed of mastering the open seas, there’s no better place to learn. There are sailing schools across the coast, with RYA-accredited courses that run the whole gamut of seamanship:

• Crewing Essentials
• Boat Structures & Equipment
• Charts & Navigation
• Tides & Meteorology
• Safety & Emergencies
• Skipper Theory & Practice

Courses vary, but the best will certify you as a Day Skipper, with an internationally-recognised qualification. That brings more choice for your next boat hire, plus a saving on crew… and a skill that will bring you new adventures every time you hit the waves.

Kingsman Recommends:

Do as much theory as you can before you get here. Most courses start with online induction, to bring you to a basic standard before the hands-on work begins.

Here are some schools we know and trust in Portimão and Lagos.

SAILPRO School of Yachting

Based in Portimão, this accredited RYA training centre runs shore and sea-based certified training for every level of competence.

Algarve Boat Courses

Whether you’re looking for sailing skills or the confidence to jet out on a power boat, this RYA training centre in Lagos will equip you for the seas - on your boat or theirs.

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For Learners

If you’ve ever dreamed of mastering the open seas, there’s no better place to learn. There are sailing schools across the coast, with RYA-accredited courses that run the whole gamut of seamanship:

• Crewing Essentials
• Boat Structures & Equipment
• Charts & Navigation
• Tides & Meteorology
• Safety & Emergencies
• Skipper Theory & Practice

Courses vary, but the best will certify you as a Day Skipper, with an internationally-recognised qualification. That brings more choice for your next boat hire, plus a saving on crew… and a skill that will bring you new adventures every time you hit the waves.

Kingsman Recommends:

Do as much theory as you can before you get here. Most courses start with online induction, to bring you to a basic standard before the hands-on work begins.

Here are some schools we know and trust in Portimão and Lagos.

SAILPRO School of Yachting
Based in Portimão, this accredited RYA training centre runs shore and sea-based certified training for every level of competence.

Algarve Boat Courses
Whether you’re looking for sailing skills or the confidence to jet out on a power boat, this RYA training centre in Lagos will equip you for the seas - on your boat or theirs.

For Learners

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If you’ve ever dreamed of mastering the open seas, there’s no better place to learn. There are sailing schools across the coast, with RYA-accredited courses that run the whole gamut of seamanship:

• Crewing Essentials
• Boat Structures & Equipment
• Charts & Navigation
• Tides & Meteorology
• Safety & Emergencies
• Skipper Theory & Practice

Courses vary, but the best will certify you as a Day Skipper, with an internationally-recognised qualification. That brings more choice for your next boat hire, plus a saving on crew… and a skill that will bring you new adventures every time you hit the waves.

Kingsman Recommends:

Do as much theory as you can before you get here. Most courses start with online induction, to bring you to a basic standard before the hands-on work begins.

Here are some schools we know and trust in Portimão and Lagos.

SAILPRO School of Yachting
Based in Portimão, this accredited RYA training centre runs shore and sea-based certified training for every level of competence.

Algarve Boat Courses
Whether you’re looking for sailing skills or the confidence to jet out on a power boat, this RYA training centre in Lagos will equip you for the seas - on your boat or theirs.

FOR AVID SAILORS

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There’s no shortage of bareboat hire, whatever your vessel of choice. The best charter specialists offer all types of craft, with high-end models in every range. The only question is, what do you have in mind?

• The full high seas experience of manning your own sails?
• The nimble speed of a motorboat, for a tear around the lagoons?
• The stable, relaxing cruise of a spacious catamaran?
• Or the lavish touches you’ll only find on the deck of a luxury yacht?

Of course, you don’t have to charter! Why not sail your own?

There’s no substitute for hopping on board your own craft for a daily jaunt down the coast to your favourite suntrap or restaurant.

No boat? No problem. Here are some of the region’s leading suppliers…

Kingsman Recommends:

Spectro Yachts
A superb small range of sailboats and luxury day cruisers, built with your choice of colours, fabrics and textures: “a fully customized vessel, made in your image”.

Motor Yachts Portugal
A vast selection of new and pre-owned yachts, with every extra you’ll need: design, servicing, maintenance, crewing…the complete solution.

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Sunseeker Portugal
Love Sunseeker yachts? Check out their exclusive new range, or source a classic from their pre-owned selection. These models take some beating!

For Avid Sailors

There’s no shortage of bareboat hire, whatever your vessel of choice. The best charter specialists offer all types of craft, with high-end models in every range. The only question is, what do you have in mind?

• The full high seas experience of manning your own sails?
• The nimble speed of a motorboat, for a tear around the lagoons?
• The stable, relaxing cruise of a spacious catamaran?
• Or the lavish touches you’ll only find on the deck of a luxury yacht?

Of course, you don’t have to charter! Why not sail your own?

There’s no substitute for hopping on board your own craft for a daily jaunt down the coast to your favourite suntrap or restaurant.

No boat? No problem. Here are some of the region’s leading suppliers…

Kingsman Recommends:

Spectro Yachts

A superb small range of sailboats and luxury day cruisers, built with your choice of colours, fabrics and textures: “a fully customized vessel, made in your image”.

Motor Yachts Portugal

A vast selection of new and pre-owned yachts, with every extra you’ll need: design, servicing, maintenance, crewing…the complete solution.

Sunseeker Portugal

Love Sunseeker yachts? Check out their exclusive new range, or source a classic from their pre-owned selection. These models take some beating!

​​​​​​​For Avid Sailors

There’s no shortage of bareboat hire, whatever your vessel of choice. The best charter specialists offer all types of craft, with high-end models in every range. The only question is, what do you have in mind?

• The full high seas experience of manning your own sails?
• The nimble speed of a motorboat, for a tear around the lagoons?
• The stable, relaxing cruise of a spacious catamaran?
• Or the lavish touches you’ll only find on the deck of a luxury yacht?

Of course, you don’t have to charter! Why not sail your own?

There’s no substitute for hopping on board your own craft for a daily jaunt down the coast to your favourite suntrap or restaurant.

No boat? No problem. Here are some of the region’s leading suppliers…

Kingsman Recommends:

Spectro Yachts
A superb small range of sailboats and luxury day cruisers, built with your choice of colours, fabrics and textures: “a fully customized vessel, made in your image”.

Motor Yachts Portugal
A vast selection of new and pre-owned yachts, with every extra you’ll need: design, servicing, maintenance, crewing…the complete solution.

Sunseeker Portugal​​​​​​​
Love Sunseeker yachts? Check out their exclusive new range, or source a classic from their pre-owned selection. These models take some beating!

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​​​​​​​And if your boat is moored in the UK?

For many British sailors with second homes in the Algarve, setting sail from the UK shore is all part of the holiday.

The clear route through the North Atlantic is passable all year round, but best traversed in the summer months. The only drawback being, the coast is buzzing with visitors from early June to late August – so moorings are harder to come by, if you don’t have a permanent berth.

But that needn’t stop you. Many prefer to sail in May or September – the months that bookend the summer. They’ll give you a window of opportunity, where you’ll enjoy a good passage and avoid the crowds on arrival.

But what about your Algarve home…where will you locate?

Most avid sailors agree - when it comes to choosing a holiday or retirement home, the first goal has to be:

Easy access to a marina!

From West to East, the region’s largest marinas are in Lagos, Portimão, Albufeira and Vilamoura. You’ll also find smaller marinas in Tavira, Olhão and Faro.

As you’ll discover, each marina has its charms: its own mix of fishing boats, moorings, charter hires, sailing and diving schools… with nearby bars and cafes that draw you into the life and history of the town.

Not surprisingly, there’s been a lot of new build around these areas, many with seafront apartments and sumptuous villas nearby.

Kingsman Recommends:

If we had to choose one marina town…it has to be Vilamoura!

With a central spot along the coastline, and the Algarve’s largest marina, Vilamoura is a natural first choice for any sailor in search of a home.

Life is good here. The marina attracts some awe-inspiring yachts, so a whole complex has sprung up around it, for the ‘sail-hard, play-hard’ set.

Beach Clubs. Casinos. Bars and restaurants with stunning views of the bay. You can party till dawn or chill in the sunset and watch the boats roll in.

As for property? There’s a wide choice of villas and brand new apartments coming on the market, some of them just a stone’s throw from the heart of the town. And with plenty of open land in the surrounding areas, no doubt more homes are coming soon. So if you like to be where the action is…make this your first port of call.

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So when can we expect you?

However you get here…and whenever you come…we can promise you a great selection of high-end properties, with easy access to the high seas and spectacular coastal views.

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Just tell us where you want to locate, and what you need by way of sailing facilities. We’ll get searching, and draw up a shortlist of homes that match your specification. Ready for you to start a new life here, with the waves at your feet.

​​​​​​​And if your boat is moored in the UK?

For many British sailors with second homes in the Algarve, setting sail from the UK shore is all part of the holiday.

The clear route through the North Atlantic is passable all year round, but best traversed in the summer months. The only drawback being, the coast is buzzing with visitors from early June to late August – so moorings are harder to come by, if you don’t have a permanent berth.

But that needn’t stop you. Many prefer to sail in May or September – the months that bookend the summer. They’ll give you a window of opportunity, where you’ll enjoy a good passage and avoid the crowds on arrival.

But what about your Algarve home…where will you locate?

Most avid sailors agree - when it comes to choosing a holiday or retirement home, the first goal has to be:

Easy access to a marina!

From West to East, the region’s largest marinas are in Lagos, Portimão, Albufeira and Vilamoura. You’ll also find smaller marinas in Tavira, Olhão and Faro.

As you’ll discover, each marina has its charms: its own mix of fishing boats, moorings, charter hires, sailing and diving schools… with nearby bars and cafes that draw you into the life and history of the town.

Not surprisingly, there’s been a lot of new build around these areas, many with seafront apartments and sumptuous villas nearby.

Kingsman Recommends:

If we had to choose one marina town…it has to be Vilamoura!

With a central spot along the coastline, and the Algarve’s largest marina, Vilamoura is a natural first choice for any sailor in search of a home.

Life is good here. The marina attracts some awe-inspiring yachts, so a whole complex has sprung up around it, for the ‘sail-hard, play-hard’ set.

Beach Clubs. Casinos. Bars and restaurants with stunning views of the bay. You can party till dawn or chill in the sunset and watch the boats roll in.

As for property? There’s a wide choice of villas and brand new apartments coming on the market, some of them just a stone’s throw from the heart of the town. And with plenty of open land in the surrounding areas, no doubt more homes are coming soon. So if you like to be where the action is…make this your first port of call.

So when can we expect you?

However you get here…and whenever you come…we can promise you a great selection of high-end properties, with easy access to the high seas and spectacular coastal views.

Just tell us where you want to locate, and what you need by way of sailing facilities. We’ll get searching, and draw up a shortlist of homes that match your specification. Ready for you to start a new life here, with the waves at your feet.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​And if your boat is moored in the UK?

For many British sailors with second homes in the Algarve, setting sail from the UK shore is all part of the holiday.

The clear route through the North Atlantic is passable all year round, but best traversed in the summer months. The only drawback being, the coast is buzzing with visitors from early June to late August – so moorings are harder to come by, if you don’t have a permanent berth.

But that needn’t stop you. Many prefer to sail in May or September – the months that bookend the summer. They’ll give you a window of opportunity, where you’ll enjoy a good passage and avoid the crowds on arrival.

But what about your Algarve home…where will you locate?

Most avid sailors agree - when it comes to choosing a holiday or retirement home, the first goal has to be:

Easy access to a marina!

From West to East, the region’s largest marinas are in Lagos, Portimão, Albufeira and Vilamoura. You’ll also find smaller marinas in Tavira, Olhão and Faro.

As you’ll discover, each marina has its charms: its own mix of fishing boats, moorings, charter hires, sailing and diving schools… with nearby bars and cafes that draw you into the life and history of the town.

Not surprisingly, there’s been a lot of new build around these areas, many with seafront apartments and sumptuous villas nearby.

Kingsman Recommends:

If we had to choose one marina town…it has to be Vilamoura!

With a central spot along the coastline, and the Algarve’s largest marina, Vilamoura is a natural first choice for any sailor in search of a home.

Life is good here. The marina attracts some awe-inspiring yachts, so a whole complex has sprung up around it, for the ‘sail-hard, play-hard’ set.

Beach Clubs. Casinos. Bars and restaurants with stunning views of the bay. You can party till dawn or chill in the sunset and watch the boats roll in.

As for property? There’s a wide choice of villas and brand new apartments coming on the market, some of them just a stone’s throw from the heart of the town. And with plenty of open land in the surrounding areas, no doubt more homes are coming soon. So if you like to be where the action is…make this your first port of call.

So when can we expect you?

However you get here…and whenever you come…we can promise you a great selection of high-end properties, with easy access to the high seas and spectacular coastal views.

​​​​​​​

Just tell us where you want to locate, and what you need by way of sailing facilities. We’ll get searching, and draw up a shortlist of homes that match your specification. Ready for you to start a new life here, with the waves at your feet.

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​​​​​​​Find your Algarve villa or apartment with us, and you’re an instant lifelong member of The Kingsman Circle: our private community of local home owners who enjoy the best rates and privileged access to every kind of service.

Think of us as your personal concierge - always one call away.

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