Family fun · Vilamoura Marina
Banana boat and water inflatables near Albufeira
Hold on tight on a banana boat, Crazy UFO or donut ringo towed across the sea from Vilamoura Marina, 20 minutes from Albufeira. 15 or 30 minute rides for families and groups, from €25 per person.

Choose your option
Choose your ride
Banana boat for big groups, Crazy UFO for spins, or a donut ringo for one or two riders.
Banana boat ride in Vilamoura
Vilamoura Marina, 20 min from Albufeira · 15 or 30 min
- Up to 6 riders together
- Life jackets provided
- Great fun for families and groups
From€25 per person
Crazy UFO ride in Vilamoura
Vilamoura Marina, 20 min from Albufeira · 15 or 30 min
- Up to 4 riders together
- Spins and bumps across the waves
- Life jackets provided
From€25 per person
Donut ringo ride in Vilamoura
Vilamoura Marina, 20 min from Albufeira · 15 or 30 min
- Best for 1 or 2 riders
- Go gentle or fast, you choose
- Life jackets provided
From€25 per person
Happy Pack: jet ski and banana boat
Vilamoura Marina, 20 min from Albufeira
- 30 min jet ski
- 15 min banana boat
- Best value starter pack
From€65 per person
Prices are the operators’ published starting prices and are confirmed when you book.
Water inflatables in the Algarve
Inflatable rides are pure fun on the water. A speedboat tows you across the waves while you try to hold on, and the driver goes as gentle or as fast as your group likes. They are one of the best activities for families with children and for groups of friends.
| Ride | Riders | 15 min | 30 min |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banana boat | Up to 6 | €25 | €45 |
| Crazy UFO | Up to 4 | €25 | €45 |
| Donut ringo | 1 or 2 | €25 | €45 |
Prices are per person. Add a jet ski with the Happy Pack for €65.
Safety and rules
- Life jackets are provided and a safety briefing is given before you start
- Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended if you are pregnant or have back, neck or heart conditions
- Wear swimwear and bring a towel, you will get wet
How booking works
Pick your activity, date and number of people, then pay a 25% deposit online to secure your place. The rest is paid on the day. We confirm the time and meeting point at Vilamoura Marina by WhatsApp or email.
Getting to Vilamoura from Albufeira
Vilamoura Marina is about 20 minutes from Albufeira by car or taxi, with large car parks next to the marina.
Questions
Inflatable ride questions
Are inflatable rides safe for children?
Yes. Everyone wears a life jacket and children aged 12 and under ride with an adult. The driver adjusts the speed to the group.
How many people can ride together?
Up to 6 on the banana boat, up to 4 on the Crazy UFO and 1 or 2 on the donut ringo.
Will we fall in?
Probably, and that is half the fun. You will get wet, so wear swimwear.
How long is a ride?
Choose 15 or 30 minutes on the water.
More things to do in Albufeira
We check availability with the operator and send you a secure link to pay the deposit. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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