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Faro & the Algarve Coast: The Best Coastal Itinerary

The Algarve coast is spectacular. Here is how to spend a day exploring its caves and wildlife — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Benagil cave
  2. 2Ponta da Piedade kayak
  3. 3Dolphin watching
  4. 4Island beach

The caves

Benagil and the golden grottoes.

The cliffs

Kayak Ponta da Piedade near Lagos.

The wildlife

Dolphin watching in the Atlantic.

Faro & the Algarve coast — FAQ

What is the best coastal tour from Faro?
A Benagil sea cave tour, by boat or kayak, is the top coastal experience, with dolphin watching a close second.
Can you kayak the Algarve caves?
Yes — kayak and SUP tours explore the Benagil cave and the cliffs of Ponta da Piedade near Lagos.
Where is the Benagil cave from Faro?
The Benagil cave is on the central Algarve coast, around an hour west of Faro, reached on boat or kayak tours.