Bolhas Tours are based out of the Sesimbra Marina, just 50 minutes drive south of Lisbon in what is known as one of the best beach towns in Portugal. They operate all year round and offer deep sea fishing and snorkeling tours in beautiful surroundings on the Atlantic Ocean.

Their 32’ Teaser offshore sport fishing boat was specifically to tackle the area’s waters. It is powered by twin 200 HP Volvo engines and is fitted with top of the range electronics by Simrad, including a GPS, fishfinder, radar, and sonar, as well as a Navicom DSC VHF radio. The boat has a covered area to protect you from the elements and it is fitted with an enclosed bathroom. There is a live bait tank on board, and downriggers are included for the best fishing experience.

Bolhas Tours use a variety of techniques on their fishing trips, including trolling, bottom fishing, jigging, and using handlines. They target a variety of species, including Red Sea Bream, Gilthead Bream, Sea Bream, Red Snapper, Croaker, Courbine (Meagre), and Swordfish.

Their all-inclusive trips don’t only include the use of all the tackle and bait you’ll need to target this diverse fishery, but also give you the chance to sample local cheese, wine, and other snacks. Please note there is a limit to the number of fish the clients can take home at the end of the day.

Whether you are a novice angler who wants a fun day out catching small fish with your family and friends or are a pro who is looking for a trophy fish, Bolhas Tours will make sure your trip is one to remember!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip - All Inclusive
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $205
    Half day of fishing in Sesimbra. This an ideal trip for families and groups who want great fishing experience. A welcome drink is served during the morning. Daily tours all year round, up to 8 participants.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Pink)
    Pink Snapper
    John Dory
    John Dory
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Gurnard
    Gurnard
    Jobfish (Rusty)
    Rusty Jobfish
    Bream (Black)
    Black Bream
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
    Bream (Common)
    Common Bream
    Scorpionfish
    Scorpionfish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - All Inclusive
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $858
    In this program we will departure from Sesimbra at 7:00 AM heading towards the Espichel Cape fishing grounds. There we will target Sea Breams, Snappers and other breams and congros. All is included, tackle rods and reels, we provide a morning snack and a light lunch with drinks. Return to Sesimbra Harbour at 15:00 PM
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Gilt-head (Seabream)
    Gilt-head (Seabream)
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    John Dory
    John Dory
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Conger Eel
    Conger Eel
    Bream (Black)
    Black Bream
    Long-Tail Red Snapper (Onaga)
    Long-Tail Red Snapper (Onaga)
    Short-Tail Red Snapper (Ehu)
    Short-Tail Red Snapper (Ehu)
    Scorpionfish
    Scorpionfish
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FAQs about Bolhas Tours

Bolhas Tours offers the following trips to customers:
  • €95 per person - Half Day Trip - All Inclusive (5 hours)
  • €795 per group, additional €70 per person after 6 guests - Full Day Trip - All Inclusive (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Bolhas Tours, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Simrad Go 9
  • Fishfinder Dedicated Simrad S2009 1 Kw Airmar transducer
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment Under request
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers Under request
  • Ice Box 120 Ltrs Igloo
  • Sonar Simrad
  • Radar Simrad 4G up to 30 NM

Trips booked with Bolhas Tours include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Snacks (in full day private tours)
  • Drinks (Welcome Drink and bottle waters)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Bolhas Tours offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing (5 to 15 nautical miles from Sesimbra´s Harbour)
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing (30-80 meters deep)

Bolhas Tours offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bolhas Tours include:
  • Bream (Black)
  • Conger Eel
  • Gilt-head (Seabream)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Long-Tail Red Snapper (Onaga)
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Short-Tail Red Snapper (Ehu)

Meet the Charter Operator

Bolhas Tours
Sesimbra, Setubal, Portugal
15 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2014
We started Bolhas Tour in 2013, following a long time passion for fishing. We are a team of experienced fisherman and skipper doing cruises and fishing expeditions for the following kinds of Fish: Red Sea Bream, Gilt-Head Bream, Sea Bream, Dentex, Croacker, Courbine, Swordfish.
Our Team
Darcio P.
Captain
Samuel P.
Captain
Tiago C.
First mate
Rosa M.
First mate
Pedro G.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Bream (Black) Black Bream
Conger Eel Conger Eel
Gilt-head (Seabream) Gilt-head (Seabream)
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

Boat specs

Teaser (Sportfishing) originally built in 2006, and restored in 2021. Powered by 2 200HP Volvo engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 15 knots.

Length
32 ft
Capacity
10 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
5 to 15 nautical miles from Sesimbra´s Harbour
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
30-80 meters deep

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Simrad Go 9
Fishfinder
Dedicated Simrad S2009 1 Kw Airmar transducer
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling Equipment
Under request

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Snacks
in full day private tours
Drinks
Welcome Drink and bottle waters
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
10 Kg per client plus the larger fish
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
Bank Transfer

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.5 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (10)
Fishing Time
Breams and snappers for the morning
cruising
+7
Angler rating
8
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
78%
Friendly captain
89%
Recommend this charter
77%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Caught fish
91%
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Jamin B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - All Inclusive on November 22, 2023
Took a trip with my son and I, had a great time. Fishing. Crew is very accommodating, educational and provided a great lunch
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Konstantine V.
Excellent
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November fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - All Inclusive on November 17, 2023
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Jeffrey E.
Fulham, United Kingdom
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - All Inclusive on August 15, 2023
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Marleen M. P.
Portugal
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Pedro

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - All Inclusive on July 10, 2023
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Sean P.
Wyckoff, NJ
Very good
3.7 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - All Inclusive on July 28, 2023
There were simply too many dolphins around for the fishing to be decent but everyone enjoyed being out on the water anyway....
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