About this experience
Sunrise slot is the best overall to do a caves tour of the day, the caves are deserted and you will feel it and enjoy a special atmosphere with this tour together with a memorable experience with our highly skilled and reputable crew members. A must do Benagil Caves Tour, most times you will find the best sea conditions of the day.
See many dramatic caves and cliffs as you travel along the coast.
Keep a lookout, as dolphins can often be seen navigating the waters here. If they are spotted and are less than 3 miles away, the boat will head in their direction so you can get a closer look at these playful mammals.
Then, head inside the famous Benagil Caves, which are only reachable by boat. Marvel at the naturally-formed holes at the top, which let the sunlight filter down to the sandy beach below in a beautiful display.
Allocation of reserves is automatic.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 30 min
What is included
- All safety Equipment that is required. i.e Lifejackets
- Experienced skippers and Tour Guides
- Comfortable seating on the boat with panoramic view
- Free car parking right next to the meeting point
Itinerary and highlights
Sunrise slot is the best overall to do a caves tour of the day, the caves are deserted and you will feel it and enjoy a special atmosphere with this tour. Don't miss out on a must-do Benagil Caves tour. Meet your skipper at the pier in Portimao and listen to a short safety briefing. Then, board the RIB speed boat to start the journey out to sea.
On your way, the skipper will tell you stories about the Arade River and the Algarve region. Admire views of the Fort of Santa Catarina, the Ferragudo castle, and a quaint fishing village along the coast. See many dramatic caves and cliffs as you travel along the coast.
Then, see the famous Benagil Caves, which are only reachable by boat.
Allocation of reserves is automatic. If you make individual reservations but are part of a group, let us know which reservations belong to your group.
We inform our customers that our life jackets are automatic, purposely and improperly bursting them will incur an additional cost of €70 per life jacket, paid at the boarding point.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Please find below the details of the location of the meeting point for the boat trip. You will find the Commercial Port of Portimão on your right and you should go straight ahead, on the dirt road. At the end of the road you will find the meeting point.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mare Nostrum
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Showcasing the wonders of our coast is a mission that we take very seriously. The state of the sea may not allow boats to enter the caves safely. This is an assessment that is up to our experienced skippers and maritime authorities.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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