Bloo Boat Charter Tagus Sailboat Cruise: Choose Any Time of Day
Quick answer
Bloo Boat Charter runs a 2 to 3 hour Tagus cruise on a luxury sailboat from $31 (about 28 EUR), with a welcome drink and salty snacks.
It boards at door 3 of Doca do Bom Sucesso in Belém, is listed as wheelchair accessible, and scores 4.8/5 from 846+ reviews on GetYourGuide.
BLOO BOAT CHARTER
Tagus River Cruise, Morning, Day, Sunset, or Night
4.8 (846) · from $31
Bloo Boat Charter is the sailboat cruise I would choose when the time of day matters: a 2 to 3 hour trip from Doca do Bom Sucesso in Belém that you can book for the morning, daytime, sunset or night, from $31 per person.
The detail that changes the decision is the snacks. The listing includes a welcome drink and salty snacks, yet the marketplace summary says some travellers found the promised snacks missing and want clearer information on what is included, so ask the crew before you sail.
To compare it with other boats, start at the Harbour Advisor home page or the guide to boat tours in Lisbon.
| Operator | Bloo Boat Charter, sold on GetYourGuide |
|---|---|
| Boat type | Luxury sailboat with a crew of two; a private option is mentioned in the listing; capacity not stated |
| Price | from $31 per person (about 27.55 EUR at 1 USD = 0.88865 EUR); crew, fuel and insurance included |
| Duration | 2 to 3 hours, depending on the option |
| Departure times | Morning, day, sunset or night slots; exact times are on the booking page |
| Start point | Doca do Bom Sucesso, door 3; arrive 15 minutes early; 18 minutes from Belém train station |
| Route (named stops) | Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, Praça do Comércio, Cristo Rei |
| Food and drink | Welcome drink and salty snacks (peanuts, cashews, crunchy corn) |
| Languages | Portuguese, English, French and Spanish |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund |
| Rating | 4.8/5 from 846+ reviews on GetYourGuide (guide 4.9, transportation 4.9, value 4.8) |
What is the Bloo Boat Charter cruise and what do you see?
It is a 2 to 3 hour sail on a luxury sailboat from Doca do Bom Sucesso in Belém along both banks of the Tagus, with a crew, a welcome drink and snacks.
The itinerary names Belém Tower, the Padrão dos Descobrimentos, the Jerónimos Monastery, MAAT, the 25 de Abril Bridge, Time Out Market, Bairro Alto, Praça do Comércio, the castle quarter, Alfama and Cristo Rei, and the boat is dropped off at two locations.
| Sight | What you see | Maps |
|---|---|---|
| Belém Tower | The riverside tower at Belém | Torre de Belém |
| Padrão dos Descobrimentos | The explorers monument | Padrão dos Descobrimentos |
| Jerónimos Monastery | Seen from the river | Mosteiro dos Jerónimos |
| MAAT museum | The curved art and technology museum | MAAT |
| 25 de Abril Bridge | You sail under it | Ponte 25 de Abril |
| Praça do Comércio | The riverfront square | Praça do Comércio |
| Castle quarter and Alfama | The hills above the river | Castelo de São Jorge |
| Cristo Rei, Almada | The statue on the south bank | Cristo Rei |
Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery are listed together by UNESCO as one World Heritage property, and the marina is within about 1 km of both.
Where does this cruise leave from?
You meet at door 3 of Doca do Bom Sucesso, the marina in Belém, and the listing asks you to arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts.
The nearest station I could route from is Belém, which is 18 minutes on foot (1,368 m) from the marina by the OSRM foot router. The included list ticks hotel pickup and the itinerary shows 2 drop-off locations, but the meeting point is a fixed door, so ask the crew what the pickup covers.
A Carris/Metro single ticket costs 1.90 EUR and the 24-hour ticket 7.25 EUR, per the Metro de Lisboa 2026 tariffs.
How long is the cruise, and when does it sail?
The Bloo Boat Charter cruise takes 2 to 3 hours, and you choose a morning, daytime, sunset or night departure when you book.
The listing gives no departure times, so the booking page shows the slots. If you pick the sunset or night option, plan around the time in this table, which gives sunset on the 15th of each month and a boarding time one hour earlier as my suggestion.
| Month | Sunset (15th) | Board about 60 min before |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17:37 | 16:37 |
| Feb | 18:13 | 17:13 |
| Mar | 18:43 | 17:43 |
| Apr | 20:12 | 19:12 |
| May | 20:40 | 19:40 |
| Jun | 21:02 | 20:02 |
| Jul | 21:01 | 20:01 |
| Aug | 20:33 | 19:33 |
| Sep | 19:47 | 18:47 |
| Oct | 19:00 | 18:00 |
| Nov | 17:25 | 16:25 |
| Dec | 17:16 | 16:16 |
A morning or daytime slot avoids the winter darkness, and in June a night slot starts after 9 pm.
What is on board and what is included?
The ticket covers the crew, fuel, insurance, a welcome drink and salty snacks, and the listing marks the cruise as wheelchair accessible.
| Item | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sailboat cruise, 2 to 3 hours | Included | Morning, day, sunset or night |
| Crew, fuel, insurance | Included | Listed as included |
| Welcome drink | Included | One per person |
| Salty snacks | Included | Peanuts, cashews, crunchy corn; some travellers found them missing |
| Hotel pickup and drop-off | Unclear | Listed, but the boat meets at door 3; ask first |
| Wheelchair access | Listed | Per the listing; confirm the boarding route |
| Food and more drinks | Not listed | Ask before you board |
A reviewer describes a private sailing tour for a group of eight, which matches the private option tagged in the listing, but the listing gives no price for it.
What does this cruise really cost?
The ticket is $31, about 27.55 EUR today, and the listing names no extra fees.
At a 2.5-hour midpoint that is about $12.40 per hour against a median of $17.58 for the 12 Lisbon boat trips. The listing gives one price for the whole 2-to-3-hour range, so ask which length your slot is.
How does the cruise compare with the other river boats?
It costs $14 more than the Blue Cruises river cruise, but it is a sailboat with a crew of two, a choice of time of day and a rating of 4.8.
| Boat | Price | Duration | Boat type | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bloo cruise | $31 | 2 to 3 hours | Luxury sailboat | 4.8 / 846 |
| Blue Cruises river cruise | $17 | 1.5 hours | Large boat | 4.3 / 6,505 |
| Bubble Sea champagne cruise | $33 | 2 hours | Small events boat | 4.9 / 28 |
| Saildreams sunset sailboat | $38 | 2 hours | Sailboat, max 10 | 4.9 / 1,690 |
My ranking of every river boat is on the river cruise in Lisbon page, and the evening choices are on the sunset cruise in Lisbon page.
| Tour | Operator | Price | Duration | Rating (reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tagus river cruise with welcome drink | Blue Cruises | $17 | 1.5 hours | 4.3 (6,505) |
| Sunset boat tour with music | Sardinha do Tejo | $22 | 2 hours | 4.6 (4,255) |
| Sunset party with DJ and open bar | Stern Wind | $26 | 2 to 4 hours | 4.5 (14,214) |
| Sailing tour on the Tagus | WaterScenery | $28 | 1 to 2 hours | 4.8 (2,857) |
| Catamaran sunset with welcome drink | Sardinha do Tejo | $31 | 1.5 hours | 4.7 (3,590) |
| This tour: Morning, day, sunset or night river cruise | Bloo Boat Charter | $31 | 2 to 3 hours | 4.8 (846) |
| Tagus river tour with champagne | Bubble Sea Events | $33 | 2 hours | 4.9 (28) |
| Small-group sailboat sunset | Saildreams | $38 | 2 hours | 4.9 (1,690) |
| Sunset DJ party with pizza | Ondas de Angelo | $39 | 2 hours | 4.5 (347) |
| Sunset party with club entry | Lisbon Boat Party | $45 | 4 hours | 4.6 (243) |
| Champagne sailing | Sailing with Nigel | $56 | 2 hours | 4.9 (1,392) |
| 3-hour dolphin watching | SeaEO | $73 | 3 hours | 4.9 (2,220) |
Is the Bloo Boat Charter cruise worth it versus the other boats?
For a first visit when you want to choose the light, I would book this cruise, because a 4.8 rating from 846 reviews, a crew of two and a 2-to-3-hour sail cost $31.
I would pick Blue Cruises at $17 only for the lowest price, and Saildreams at $38 if you want a stated cap of 10 people. Bloo sits between them on price, and it is the only one of the three with a morning-to-night choice, and the only one marked wheelchair accessible.
- Book it - for families, couples and small groups who want a sailboat, commentary and a choice of time of day
- Pass - if you want a party, a meal or a published price for the private option
- Ask first - what snacks are served and what the hotel pickup covers
89.7 million overnight stays were recorded in Portuguese tourist accommodation in 2025, 1.6% more than in 2024, so evenings on the Tagus in high season sell out earlier than the listings suggest.
When is the best time to go?
The cruise suits daytime from March to October and night slots in summer, while winter mornings are cooler and wetter.
| Month | Avg high 2025 / 2015-24 | Rain days | Sunset 15th | On deck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16.0 °C / 14.6 °C | 7.4 | 17:37 | Cold on the water; dress for the wind |
| Feb | 16.3 °C / 15.9 °C | 6.7 | 18:13 | Windproof layer, expect spray |
| Mar | 16.5 °C / 17.2 °C | 8.9 | 18:43 | Rain days common; waterproof jacket |
| Apr | 19.6 °C / 19.4 °C | 9.0 | 20:12 | Showery, windy: dress in layers |
| May | 23.5 °C / 22.8 °C | 4.5 | 20:40 | Good sailing weather, bring a fleece |
| Jun | 28.7 °C / 24.8 °C | 4.1 | 21:02 | Warm, steady breeze, sunscreen |
| Jul | 29.7 °C / 27.7 °C | 0.9 | 21:01 | Hot; hat and sunglasses |
| Aug | 30.6 °C / 28.3 °C | 0.6 | 20:33 | Hot with afternoon wind; sunscreen |
| Sep | 26.8 °C / 26.1 °C | 4.0 | 19:47 | Warm and calmer, excellent for sailing |
| Oct | 24.8 °C / 22.9 °C | 9.4 | 19:00 | Fleece for the evening, some rain |
| Nov | 17.7 °C / 18.1 °C | 9.9 | 17:25 | Waterproof layer; wet and windy |
| Dec | 14.8 °C / 15.8 °C | 7.5 | 17:16 | Cold wind off the river; coat |
The listing does not describe a weather policy, so check the IPMA forecast and ask the crew about rescheduling. A daytime slot is easier with young children, as one family reviewer found.
What do passengers say?
All seven written snippets I read for the Bloo cruise praise the crew or guides, and three more are photo-only reviews.
- Crew - friendly, knowledgeable skippers who answer questions and give guests space are the top theme
- Hands on - one reviewer says everyone was allowed to take the helm
- Groups - one reviewer travelled with eight friends and another with children
- Gap - the marketplace summary says promised snacks were missing for some travellers
The sample is five-star only, so the missing-snacks note is the signal to trust.
Who should skip this cruise?
Skip the Bloo Boat Charter cruise if you want a party, a large boat or a published private price.
- Party seekers - see the party boat in Lisbon options
- Budget travellers - the Blue Cruises river boat is $17
- Sailing fans - compare the sailing in Lisbon trips for group size and champagne
- Anyone relying on hotel pickup - confirm it first, because the meeting point is a fixed door
How do you book the Bloo Boat Charter cruise?
Book the Bloo Boat Charter cruise from $31 per person for a 2 to 3 hour sail with a welcome drink and snacks, free to cancel up to 24 hours before.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the Bloo Boat Charter cruise?
It starts at $31 per person, about 27.55 EUR. Crew, fuel, insurance, a welcome drink and salty snacks are included.
How long is the cruise?
It lasts 2 to 3 hours, depending on the option. You choose a morning, day, sunset or night departure when you book.
Where does the Bloo cruise start?
At door 3 of Doca do Bom Sucesso in Belém. Arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts; Belém station is about 1.4 km away, an 18-minute walk by the OSRM router.
Is there a private cruise?
The listing is tagged with a private option, and one reviewer describes a private trip for eight friends. It gives no price, so ask Bloo.
Is the Bloo cruise wheelchair accessible?
The listing says wheelchair accessible. Confirm the boarding route at the marina with the operator before you go.
What snacks are included on this cruise?
The listing names peanuts, cashews and crunchy corn with the welcome drink. Some travellers say the snacks were missing, so ask the crew.
Does the cruise include hotel pickup?
The included list ticks it, but the meeting point is door 3 at the marina. Treat pickup as unconfirmed and check with the operator.
Can children join the Bloo cruise?
Yes. A reviewer travelled with children and found it pleasant. The listing states no age limit, so check for babies.
Which languages does this cruise use?
Portuguese, English, French and Spanish are listed, and reviewers mention guides who explain the sights.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 401438 (Bloo), checked 2026-10-16; UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Belém Tower; Metro de Lisboa 2026 tariffs; IPMA; Statistics Portugal (INE), tourism; Open-Meteo archive API; Frankfurter and Nager.Date APIs; NOAA solar formula; OSRM walking routes.
