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Cruise 3, Benagil – Afternoon – Caves 14:30H – 17:00H

About this experience

Join this tour on a masted sailing vessel to show you the most beautiful coastline of the Algarve and its caves. The trip starts in the historical harbor of Portimão, towards South-East Coast, passing the fishing villages of Ferragudo, Benagil and Carvoeiro; beautiful beaches as Algar Seco, Vale Centianes, Marinha and Armação de Pêra. Along the trip will be visited the most beautiful caves such as Benagil and Alfanzina. With traditional cave boats we will explore the fascinating caves.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr 30 min

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Cruise 3, Benagil - Afternoon - Caves 14:30H - 17:00H

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr 30 min
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Shade on all decks
  • Life Jackets
  • Professional Sea Crew
  • Best Eco-Footprint
  • Clean WCs
  • Family-Friendly
  • Large Seating Benches
  • Insurance
  • Space to walk around

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary and highlights

We start our trip in Portimão. At the lighthouse of Ferragudo we set our sails and cruise south-east along the coast line to the lighthouse of Alfanzina. Here we drop anchor for swim and you board on smaller boats to visit the caves described in Program 1 following the beaches of Carvalho, Benagil to Praia da Marinha. Then we will return to Portimão by engine power, passing close to the rocks, caves and beaches.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pier "Vasco da Gama", next to the "Clube Naval" and Portimão "Museum".

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Santa Bernarda Pirate Ship

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr 30 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–10; Youth tickets: age 11–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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