Eco-Friendly Solar Boat Tour: Discover History and Nature on the Arade River

Embark on an eco-friendly solar boat tour along the Arade River, exploring the medieval city of Silves and its rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Relax and enjoy the peaceful journey while learning about the river’s past. Don’t miss the chance to visit historical sites and indulge in local cuisine in Silves. Experience the beauty of Portimão and the Arade River from a unique perspective on the return trip.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Algarve SUN BOAT Trips - We will departure from the Pier A, at Marina de Portimão.
What's Included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • Personal driver/guide
  • Live on-board commentary
What's Not Included
  • The listed price does not include the car parking price, on the high season.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Experience the enchanting river and the historical city of Silves, rich with ancient tales, diverse nature, and breathtaking sights.
Relish a tranquil journey from Portimão to Silves along the historically-rich Arade River on our environmentally-minded eco-boat, where the new age harmonizes with antiquity.
Our eco-friendly vessel provides a tranquil,…

Location
Algarve SunBoat | SILVES & ARADE RIVER BOAT TOUR | SunSailer Boarding Pier
Marina de Portimão
Check-in is 15 min before departure. Boarding is on the north side of Portimão Marina, by the administrative building (Rua Simão Correia). Don’t enter just “Marina de Portimão” in Uber/taxi or you may be dropped on the south side, a 15-min walk away. We can’t wait for late arrivals.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Navigator45346262592
Aug 8, 2025
Through that river above - A beautiful afternoon river up, because the Algarve is much more than just sun and beach. An ecological and quiet walk, at the tide, with the sounds of nature, guided by the friendly Pedro who gave us to know the stories of the river, the banks and its people. In the end, we were still toasted with the arrival of the flamingos. Great program in family or with friends.
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B328nmveronicad
Jul 27, 2025
Enjoyable, informative relaxing - What a wonderful trip with our “Captain” full of knowledge and conversation. The quiet boat allowed us to enjoy the serenity of nature knowing we were not polluting the waterways
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118hjdeniet
Jul 22, 2025
History lesson in the open air - It was an interesting history DE nis class with beautiful landscapes and lots of facts that give you a different view of the region. Super cozy trip, relax EN customer friendly. Wxht a trip we would not have missed.
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Rachel
Jul 10, 2025
Amazing! - Amazing day on the river! From start to finish we had an amazing day with Marco. He was knowledgeable and funny, a really fantastic host. Silves was beautiful although I’d recommend packing a sandwich if you want to visit the castle as there is not a massive amount of time to have lunch and sightsee. The wine on the way back to Portimão finished the day off beautifully 🥰🥰 Would 100% recommend this trip.
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Morethangoodenough
Jul 8, 2025
We did it again - We booked that totally relaxing tour already for a second time !! That says it all. We joked with Pedro to open our own solarboat company. Pedro, I would hire you as my CEO Pilot.🤗
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Jillbu505tb
Jun 14, 2025
MUST DO TRIP - We had a wonderful afternoon with Pedro. He was very friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining. The trip is peaceful, particularly because of the lack of engine noise on the sunboat, and a great way to see the Portuguese landscape and bird life. Highlight was seeing a flock of white flamingos take flight....gorgeous. Silves is a pretty place with a number of nice shops and plenty of places to eat and drink. The views from the castle are stunning. Would highly recommend this trip.
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Carolea583
Jun 11, 2025
Most relaxing boat trip ever! 😀 - This was such a fabulously relaxing trip on the solar boat that quietly cruised along the river to Silves. Our excellent guide, Pedro kept us entertained with both information and anecdotes, plus wine on our return back! Silves was also such a lovely place to visit for the culture and lunch. The 4 of us were joined by a great group of people as well, which made this whole trip such fun and would definitely recommend it to all!
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James
Jun 11, 2025
Perfect day on the river - Fantastic day out on the river. Pedro was great skipper, full of information and jokes. The river ride was very tranquil and Silves a beautiful town with plenty to see and do. A few glasses of wine on the way back really finished the trip in style!
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Smiemans
Jun 7, 2025
Relaxed to Silves in solar boat - Unexpected views, fun stories and in a flyister-quiet boat. Great trip with a small group, Pedro does t very nice, with humor and very relaxed. Recommended!!
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Patriciakx2012jk
Jun 1, 2025
Definite must do! - It was such a lovely relaxing trip! Pedro is passionate about the area and sustainability. Very amusing and extremely informative.
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From $50
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).