Alvor Fishing Donzela
Alvor Fishing Donzela
Alvor Fishing Donzela offers first-rate fishing trips from the historic town of Alvor, near Portimão in the Algarve region of Portugal. With a variety of fishing trips available ranging from short family fishing trips to full-length big game excursions, they have packages for anglers of all shapes and sizes.
'Donzela' is a very comfortable 32' Rodman 900 boat that is powered by twin Volvo engines. The boat features a full range of navigational electronics and safety gear, and it also has a kitchen and a small bedroom for your relaxation on the way to the fishing grounds. Donzela has plenty of room to relax both inside and out, and it is also fully furnished with a fighting chair for the very best in big game fishing.
Explore the rich local fishery to the fullest and target some of the most prized species in the world. Whether you want your Portuguese fishing experience to involve trolling the deep seas for Marlin, Tuna, and Dorado (Mahi Mahi) or fishing the reefs and wrecks for Snapper, Dentex, and Bream, Alvor Fishing Donzela has you covered.
Fishing licenses can be obtained for you by the crew at the cost of 5 euros. You will need to have a form of ID with you. Please make sure to bring water, food, and other beverages. Alcohol is allowed in moderation (no hard liquor and maximum three beers per person).
Now all that's up to you is to find a trip to your liking, book a day that works for you and get ready for your next adventure on the water!
Alvor Fishing Donzela offers first-rate fishing trips from the historic town of Alvor, near Portimão in the Algarve region of Portugal. With a variety of fishing trips available ranging from short family fishing trips to full-length big game excursions, they have packages for anglers of all shapes and sizes.
'Donzela' is a very comfortable 32' Rodman 900 boat that is powered by twin Volvo engines. The boat features a full range of navigational electronics and safety gear, and it also has a kitchen and a small bedroom for your relaxation on the way to the fishing grounds. Donzela has plenty of room to relax both inside and out, and it is also fully furnished with a fighting chair for the very best in big game fishing.
Explore the rich local fishery to the fullest and target some of the most prized species in the world. Whether you want your Portuguese fishing experience to involve trolling the deep seas for Marlin, Tuna, and Dorado (Mahi Mahi) or fishing the reefs and wrecks for Snapper, Dentex, and Bream, Alvor Fishing Donzela has you covered.
Fishing licenses can be obtained for you by the crew at the cost of 5 euros. You will need to have a form of ID with you. Please make sure to bring water, food, and other beverages. Alcohol is allowed in moderation (no hard liquor and maximum three beers per person).
Now all that's up to you is to find a trip to your liking, book a day that works for you and get ready for your next adventure on the water!
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Oliver Hodgson5.0VerifiedAbsolutely brilliant, best in Algarve
2 Hour Trip – Family Fishing on June 10, 2026 • 2 adultsCapt Miguel and crew were amazing, fun guys, friendly and great atmosphere onboard the entire trip. The boat was a very clean and comfortable Rodman Flybridge, an awesome fishing vessel with a good hull for smaller groups which is exactly what you need off the coast of the Algarve. Genuinely the best fishing trip we have had while visiting and will be back for more without doubt. Don't hesitate, book yhr Domzela now!
David O'sullivanRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat days of fishing!
2h - Family Fishing (6 people max) on July 1, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 childWe went shark fishing and I caught a 2m shark! We booked another shorter trip with more of the family and we all caught fish. Kids loved it. Capt Miguel and his first mate were so helpful and knowledgable and made everyone feel so welcome! We will be back next summer!!
Lynn Tollis5.0VerifiedGreat experience for our family of 6
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on August 26, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenCaptain Miguel was a pleasure to be on board with for our 4 hour fishing trip. Lots of fish were caught and then ate for lunch. Great experience all around!
Lee Wendell5.0VerifiedFishing was great!
4h - Bottom Fishing (6 people max) on April 23, 2026 • 5 adultsCrew was well prepared and informative. boat was really clean with well-equipped gear. Great weather. Would definitely book again hor a longer trip.
Piotr KorolukRepeat angler4.3VerifiedJuly fishing trip
6h Shark Fishing (6 people max) on July 2, 2026 • 2 adults
Saulius Sileikis4.7VerifiedAngelntour
4h - Bottom Fishing (6 people max) on October 25, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 childDanke, perfekte angeltour!!!!
Mathieu Jonz5.0VerifiedGreat trip, better experience!
Special 6 hour trip for Mathieu Jonz on September 19, 2024 • 2 adultsCaptains Miguel & Nelson will put you on the fish! We booked a shorter offshore trip due to time restrictions but our captain was up for the challenge. We had no trouble finding the boat, we launched right on time, and they even stayed out late to ensure we got a fish on the line. My wife got seasick early on and they were more than accommodating - constantly checking if she needed anything and even slowed the boat down to make sure she was comfortable. We hooked into a massive bluefin tuna and I had a blast fighting the fish. They made sure I was comfortable with fighting the fish, and gave plenty of instruction along the way. They even made time to show us schools of dolphins along the way. 100/10 experience, can’t wait to come back and do it again! If you’re looking for an experienced charter who will put you on the fish, look no further than the beautiful Donzela and her crew.
Jesse NguyenRepeat angler5.0VerifiedExcellent shark fishing trip!
6h Shark Fishing (6 people max) on May 22, 2024 • 4 adultsOn a trip from the US and we found through Fishing Booker and glad we did. Took 3 of us out. Captain Miguel and Nelson were excellent! We took a 6-hr shark fishing trip. We caught one 3 meter blue shark that was gorgeous. It’s just what we were looking for. Very nice boat, covered cabin, and clean bathroom. They speak great English and are very knowledgeable. Dock is easy to find, but make sure you have WhatsApp as they text you the coordinates to find the right slip. Honestly, this was one of the best guided fishing trips we had been on. If I had another day in the Algarve, I would’ve tried to book another day and if we ever go back I would gladly book with them again. They come from a family of fisherman and they are very knowledgeable and just very cool people to talk to you and hang out with. Just for a background, this trip is great for experienced or non-experienced people. The two people I went with had no experience fishing. I have extensive fishing experience with trolling for salmon and bass fishing. My only gripe is that the shark was too big to bring into the boat. Maybe next time. Thank you guys!
David Miele5.0VerifiedHalf day red snapper trip with Captain Miguel and his brother Nelson
6 Hour – Algarve Jigging (4 Max) on May 25, 2023 • 4 adultsWe motored out for about an hour to a deep reef about 15 miles south of Alvor. The Danzela is a very comfortable vessel. Captain Miguel gave very clear instructions on the jigging technique that we were going to use for red snapper. He worked very hard to put us on fish. While we were marking fish they didn’t seem interested in our offerings although we did manage to catch several small mackerel. The Captain continued to move us around and changed the color of the lures. We were rewarded with two beautiful red snapper that put up quite a fight on fairly light spinning gear. The Captain was just as excited as we were that we caught our target species. He gave us a recommendation for a restaurant right at the marina who took our catch and prepared it for us that evening on the grill whole fish style. It was amazing. Overall fantastic experience with Captain Miguel and Nelson on the Danzela.
Joseph Daniels JrRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat time on the water! 24 fish in total
4h - Bottom Fishing (6 people max) on July 8, 2025 • 2 adultsHad a great time on the water. Caught a mix of bream, mackerel, and grouper. Friendly crew and nice boat with a bathroom. In 4 hrs we caught 24 fish to keep. More if you counts the ones we didn’t keep.
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Capt Miguel and crew were amazing, fun guys, friendly and great atmosphere onboard the entire trip. The boat was a very clean and comfortable Rodman Flybridge, an awesome fishing vessel with a good hull for smaller groups which is exactly what you need off the coast of the Algarve. Genuinely the best fishing trip we have had while visiting and will be back for more without doubt. Don't hesitate, book yhr Domzela now!
Dear Oliver,Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a brilliant time on our 2-hour family fishing trip.Capt Miguel and the entire crew will be delighted to read your kind words about their hospitality and the great atmosphere onboard. We also appreciate your praise for our Rodman Flybridge; we take great pride in keeping our vessel clean, comfortable, and perfectly equipped for the beautiful Algarve coast.It was a true pleasure having your family with us, and knowing this was the best fishing trip of your visit means the world to our team. We already look forward to welcoming you back aboard the Donzela for your next adventure!Tight lines and best regards,The Alvor Fishing Donzela Team
We went shark fishing and I caught a 2m shark! We booked another shorter trip with more of the family and we all caught fish. Kids loved it. Capt Miguel and his first mate were so helpful and knowledgable and made everyone feel so welcome! We will be back next summer!!
Thank you so much, David, for your fantastic review and for choosing to fish with us not just once, but twice during your holiday! It was a real pleasure having you and your family on board. We're delighted everyone had a great time, especially the kids, and congratulations again on your impressive 2m shark! Thank you for your kind words about our crew—it truly means a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you all back next summer for more unforgettable fishing adventures. Tight lines! Alvor Fishing Donzela Team
The captains were the best in the region! Kind, patient and handled the kids with care. There were nibbles as soon as we dropped the lines and we have caught over 20 in one afternoon amongst us.
Thank you so much, Mr Elliot! It was a real pleasure to have you and your family on board. We're delighted to hear that you caught so many fish and that the kids enjoyed the experience. Making sure everyone, especially the younger anglers, has a fun and memorable day is always one of our priorities. Thank you for your kind words about our crew and for recommending Alvor Fishing Donzela. We hope to welcome you all back for another great fishing adventure soon! 🎣😊
Captain Miguel was a pleasure to be on board with for our 4 hour fishing trip. Lots of fish were caught and then ate for lunch. Great experience all around!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Mrs Lynn! It was an absolute pleasure having your family of six on board. You were all fantastic, and honestly, we wish all our customers could be like your family! 😊🎣 We’re delighted you enjoyed the fishing, the fresh catch, and the whole experience. It was a real pleasure fishing with you all. We hope to see you again in the future! 🎣🐟☀️ All the best from Captain Miguel and the Alvor Fishing Donzela team!
Crew was phenomenal, friendly and very knowledgeable. We had a great time!! When we come back this way we will definitely make time for a longer trip with them.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Mr Paul! It was a real pleasure having such a friendly family on board. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the trip and appreciated our crew. We look forward to welcoming you back for a longer fishing adventure next time. Safe travels, and see you again in Alvor! 🎣😊
FAQs about Alvor Fishing Donzela
- €35 per person - 2 Hour Trip – Family Fishing (2 hours)
- €60 per person - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
- €100 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (6 hours)
- €200 per person - 6 Hour – Algarve Jigging (5 Max) (6 hours)
- €280 per group, additional €35 per person after 6 guests - 2h - Family Fishing (6 people max) (2 hours)
- €280 per group, additional €35 per person after 6 guests - 2h - Family Fishing (6 people max) (2 hours)
- €450 per group - 4h - Bottom Fishing (6 people max) (4 hours)
- €700 per group, additional €100 per person after 1 guest - 6h Shark Fishing (6 people max) (6 hours)
- €750 per group - 6 Hour – Algarve Jigging (4 Max) (6 hours)
- €1,200 per group - 7 Hour – Big Game Fishing (4 Max) (7 hours)
- Toilet
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder New from 2026
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- First mate
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Dentex
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- John Dory
- Mackerel (Atlantic)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (White)
- Seabass (European)
- Seabream (Gilt-head)
- Shark (Blue)
- Shark (Mako)
- Tuna (Bluefin)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
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