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Filipa Mendes

Nationality: Portuguese
Languages: English, French, Spanish and Portuguese
Experience: 3 years

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Captain
Filipa Mendes

Member since October 2025 Lisbon, Portugal

Background: Filipa is a lifelong skipper driven to create "Educar à Vela", a pro-bono program supporting underprivileged youth. This mission is financed through the personalized, professional tours offered aboard HYPA. Expect a genuinely passionate, kind, and calm atmosphere on the Tagus, where she goes above and beyond to ensure comfort, fun, and unforgettable memories. Join us—every trip supports a clear purpose. Shall we sail?

Hey, I'm Captain Filipa Mendes

Lisbon, Portugal

Background: Filipa is a lifelong skipper driven to create "Educar à Vela", a pro-bono program supporting underprivileged youth. This mission is financed through the personalized, professional tours offered aboard HYPA. Expect a genuinely passionate, kind, and calm atmosphere on the Tagus, where she goes above and beyond to ensure comfort, fun, and unforgettable memories. Join us—every trip supports a clear purpose. Shall we sail?

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Amazing Lisbon Boat Tour (Day,Night & Sunset)

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

(7 reviews)

Lisbon • 36 ft • 6 persons

trips from US $288

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5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 7 reviews

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Experience

5.0 / 5

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Martin S.

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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Lovely people and a great trip

VERIFIED NEW 2 Hr – Boutique Sunset Sail Cruise on May 21, 2026

Martin S.

5.0 / 5

May 21, 2026

2 Hr – Boutique Sunset Sail Cruise

Lovely people and a great trip

VERIFIED NEW

You cannot begin to describe how lovely the experience was! The crew of Filipa and Afonso were just nice beyond measure, you were treated with smiles and general hospitality, the catering (which you should book! It’s delicious!) was done at the right time and with style and beautiful arrangement. Afonso was telling us historical facts about the landmarks we visited, Filipa was so kind as to show us the inside of the yacht. It was just so overwhelmingly nice that I cannot say anything negative... More

You cannot begin to describe how lovely the experience was! The crew of Filipa and Afonso were just nice beyond measure, you...

Martin S. recommends Amazing Lisbon Boat Tour (Day,Night & Sunset)

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Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 23, 2026

Thank you so much for this incredible review, Martin! It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and Roxy on board. You both brought such great energy to the boat! A special thank you for highlighting our solidarity mission; your support truly means a lot to us. Hope to welcome you back on the Tagus soon! ⛵✨🥂

Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 23, 2026

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Velina T.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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Beautiful sunset sail with a meaningful mission

VERIFIED 2 Hr – Boutique Sunset Sail Cruise - 6:30 PM on April 29, 2026

Velina T.

5.0 / 5

Apr 29, 2026

2 Hr – Boutique Sunset Sail Cruise - 6:30 PM

Beautiful sunset sail with a meaningful mission

VERIFIED

Here’s a shorter, refined version with that personal touch: ⸻ This was one of the highlights of our time in Lisbon. The 2-hour sunset cruise offered stunning views of the city and landmarks like Belém Tower, all in a relaxed and intimate setting. Filipa, the skipper and owner, was fantastic—warm, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what she does. She and the 2nd skipper Rodrigo made the whole experience feel personal and special. What makes this tour stand... More

Here’s a shorter, refined version with that personal touch: ⸻ This was one of the highlights of our time...

Velina T. recommends Amazing Lisbon Boat Tour (Day,Night & Sunset)

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Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 1, 2026

Velina, thank you so much for such a thoughtful and beautiful review 🌸 It means a lot to know that your sunset sail became one of the highlights of your time in Lisbon. I’m so happy you felt the warmth and personal touch we always hope to share on board, and even more touched that our mission resonated with you. Guests like you help keep that purpose alive and moving forward. Thank you again for your support, and I hope to welcome you back for another sail someday! ⛵💙

Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 1, 2026

Velina, thank you so much for such a thoughtful and beautiful review 🌸 It means a lot to know that your sunset sail became one of the highlights of your time in Lisbon.
I’m so happy you felt the warmth and personal touch we always hope to share on board, and even more touched that our mission resonated with you. Guests like you help keep that purpose alive and moving forward.
Thank you again for your support, and I hope to welcome you back for another sail someday! ⛵💙

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BoatBooker Member

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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Eine unvergesslicher Segeltörn für einen guten Zweck

4 Hr – Sail Tour - Relax & Explore on June 19, 2025

BoatBooker Member

5.0 / 5

Jun 19, 2025

4 Hr – Sail Tour - Relax & Explore

Eine unvergesslicher Segeltörn für einen guten Zweck

Sehr gute und präzise Anfahrtsbeschreibung, um den Treffpunkt im Hafen zu finden. Abholung dort und Begleitung durch Filipa, die auf dem Weg zum Boot, mit ihrer wunderbar ruhigen Art beschreibt, was uns heute erwartet und was ihr Projekt ausmacht. Wir nehmen am Bug des Bootes platz und haben bei der gesamten Tour einen fantastischen Blick auf Lissabon vom Wasser aus. Filipa, erklärt uns so viele Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt, die wir ohne sie niemals wahrgenommen hätten und sind... More

Sehr gute und präzise Anfahrtsbeschreibung, um den Treffpunkt im Hafen zu finden. Abholung dort und Begleitung durch...

BoatBooker Member recommends Amazing Lisbon Boat Tour (Day,Night & Sunset)

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Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on October 20, 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful words, André. It makes me truly happy to know you enjoyed both the sailing experience and learning more about Lisbon from the water. Your support means a lot — not only to me but also to our mission of taking “Educar à Vela” to more young people in need, which you’re helping keep alive with every sail. Wishing you calm seas and fair winds until we meet again in Lisbon! ⛵💙

Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on October 20, 2025

Wishing you calm seas and fair winds until we meet again in Lisbon! ⛵💙

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David C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Beautiful sailboat + wonderful captain & staff

VERIFIED NEW Special 2 hour trip for David Chan on May 20, 2026

David C.

5.0 / 5

May 20, 2026

Special 2 hour trip for David Chan

Beautiful sailboat + wonderful captain & staff

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My family of 4 did a 3 hour sunset cruise with Captain Filipa. Everything was perfect. Capitain Filipa was responsive during the booking process and great in making suggestions on sites to capture the beauty and history of Lisbon. Her mission is an added bonus!

My family of 4 did a 3 hour sunset cruise with Captain Filipa. Everything was perfect. Capitain Filipa was responsive during...

David C. recommends Amazing Lisbon Boat Tour (Day,Night & Sunset)

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Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 21, 2026

It was a true delight to host your family, David! Watching the girls take the helm and steer while ‘the guys’ were relaxing and having some ‘guys’ time’ was a fantastic highlight. It was truly lovely to see your family so relaxed and enjoying quality time together. Thank you also for highlighting our social mission. Wishing you all the best! ⛵✨

Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 21, 2026

It was a true delight to host your family, David!
Watching the girls take the helm and steer while ‘the guys’ were relaxing and having some ‘guys’ time’ was a fantastic highlight. It was truly lovely to see your family so relaxed and enjoying quality time together. Thank you also for highlighting our social mission. Wishing you all the best! ⛵✨

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Javier A. L.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Amazon day!

VERIFIED NEW Special 4 hour trip for Javier Abad Luqui on May 30, 2026

Javier A. L.

5.0 / 5

May 30, 2026

Special 4 hour trip for Javier Abad Luqui

Amazon day!

VERIFIED NEW

Filipa and Diogo were fantistic guests at Hypa boat! It was incredible visiting Lisbon from the Tajo. They were super friendly and helpful and we enjoyed the experience a lot! It was perfect!

Filipa and Diogo were fantistic guests at Hypa boat! It was incredible visiting Lisbon from the Tajo. They were super friendly...

Javier A. L. recommends Amazing Lisbon Boat Tour (Day,Night & Sunset)

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Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 31, 2026

Thank you, Javier! We loved hosting you and your friends on board HYPAfamily. A huge congratulations to Julio who is getting married soon—what a great group to celebrate with! We hope to welcome you back to Lisbon anytime! ⛵🌊

Filipa Mendes (The Captain)

Replied on May 31, 2026

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Filipa Mendes

Hey, I'm Captain Filipa Mendes

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Amazing Lisbon Boat Tour (Day,Night & Sunset)

Customer reviews

Lovely people and a great trip

Lovely people and a great trip

Beautiful sunset sail with a meaningful mission

Beautiful sunset sail with a meaningful mission

Eine unvergesslicher Segeltörn für einen guten Zweck

Eine unvergesslicher Segeltörn für einen guten Zweck

Beautiful sailboat + wonderful captain & staff

Beautiful sailboat + wonderful captain & staff

Amazon day!

Amazon day!

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