Fees · Destination Guide
Atlantic reefs, cliff caves, and easy Algarve road trips from a sunlit harbor town
Key fee: Municipal tourist tax (where applicable)
Varies (often EUR 1 to EUR 2 per person per night, sometimes seasonal)
Updated Dec 13, 2025 • 22 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
There is no single nationwide marine-park tag for recreational diving in the Algarve, but local rules still apply in protected coastal areas and harbors. Budget for activity tickets (boat tours, kayaking) and be aware that some Portuguese municipalities levy a per-night tourist tax that is collected by accommodation providers.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal tourist tax (where applicable) |
Varies (often EUR 1 to EUR 2 per person per night, sometimes seasonal)
per night (often capped to a maximum number of nights)
| Overnight stays in municipalities that apply the tax |
| Collected by your hotel or accommodation at check-in/out |
Rules differ by municipality and season. Confirm whether your specific accommodation location applies a tourist tax and any exemptions (for example age). |
| Recreational fishing / spearfishing licensing (if you plan to collect) | Varies by license type short-term or annual options (varies) | Spearfishing and some forms of recreational fishing | Official Portuguese licensing channels (check current rules) or via local offices | Do not take marine life while scuba diving. In protected areas, additional restrictions may apply. |
| Benagil cave and coastal-boat tour tickets | Varies by operator per trip | Topside sea-cave and coastline tours | Online booking platforms, marinas, or directly with tour operators | Access depends on sea state and regulation. Expect cancellations or re-routing on swell days. |
Fee
per night (often capped to a maximum number of nights)
Rules differ by municipality and season. Confirm whether your specific accommodation location applies a tourist tax and any exemptions (for example age).
short-term or annual options (varies)
Do not take marine life while scuba diving. In protected areas, additional restrictions may apply.
per trip
Access depends on sea state and regulation. Expect cancellations or re-routing on swell days.