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Great experience
Nice combination of exploring the beautiful coastline & seeing dolphins further out in the sea. Obrigado, Captain Nelson and Bianca.
Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $33 / person
- Location
- Albufeira, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 17 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 18
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- AlgarExperience
Description
For those seeking a closer connection with nature and a good dose of adrenaline, the Dolphins & Benagil Caves – RIB tour is the perfect choice. Aboard a fast vessel with capacity for 12 to 18 passengers, you’ll have easier access to the caves and get even closer to dolphins in the wild — always with full respect for the marine environment, ensured by the presence of a marine biologist on board. This format offers an immersive and intimate experience, ideal for those who enjoy strong emotions and direct contact with the natural beauty of the Algarve coastline. The closeness to the sea, the speed of the boat, and the privileged access to the caves create a fully immersive experience — more intense, more thrilling, and more memorable. The most commonly sighted cetacean species are the Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) and the Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus).
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $33
- Child (ages 2–10)
- $25
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Benagil
Dolphins watching, Caves and Coastline, Boat Cruise
Algarve
Pleasant Cruise in the sea, embarkation, Safety Briefing
What's included
Included
Special discount of 15% in Belize Lounge
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Live commentary on board
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
17 reviews
How it compares in Albufeira
- Starting price $33 is 28% below the typical $46 for tours of similar length in Albufeira
Excurgo comparison of 366 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Check-in up to 30 minutes from departure time.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to Maritime Conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Not available for children under 110cm.
- Not available for children under 5 years old.
- Dolphins are wild creatures, It's not guaranteed they will be encountered. The tour duration can change subject to that.
- We suggest you to bring weather appropriate clothing and jacket
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat take?
Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat cost?
Prices start at $33 per person for this Albufeira experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 4:00 PM.
How much does Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat cost for children?
Children aged 2–10 pay from $25, adults from $33.
Can I cancel Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 18 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Not available for children under 110cm. Not available for children under 5 years old.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Albufeira: Dolphins & Benagil Caves on Rib Boat worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by AlgarExperience.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
H
Great day! You may get a little wet on the rib boat though!
This was great! Seen a lot of the coastline and the benegil caves! After we went further out and was fortunate to see some of the rarest dolphins known to the area! It was a really special moment!
A
Rough water adventure
Wonderful adventure. Nelson & Samuel were very attentive and professional. In the rough waters Samuel kept checking in on all of the passengers. I told Samuel that he did a great job of keeping the passengers comfortable in a very adventurous ride. Samuel provided interesting insight throughout the tour. Would definitely try this again
J
To flee... 2 cancellations in 24 hours without explanation and all the pains in the world to get refunded.
The day before, call to tell us that for unexplained reasons the reserved semi rigid is not available (direction operation will repeat the man at the end of the line). He offers us the same activity at the same price but on a catamaran... I accept even if it was not the experience initially chosen. We arrive on time, we are given our boarding passes and 5 minutes after the scheduled departure, we are cancelled because the catamaran has a problem ... And in addition the qr code gives for refund does not work! Forced to call -> nobody answers ... will have to move!!!!!! Run away!
A
Fun trip
Marco and Ricardo gave us a great trip. Nice information about the caves and coastline, we got to see some dolphins and was a fun trip. Highly recommended
J
Highly Recommend
Smooth ride despite rough seas. Saw loads of dolphins and beautiful views of the caves and coast!!!!
J
Great trip
This was a great experience, the boats only have 12 spots and you are say jockey seat position giving you good stability and surprisingly comfortable seating . We departed on time and the boat travels quickly out to look for dolphins , we were lucky enough to see common dolphins and then we headed back along the coastline exploring caves - in all it was a little over 2 hours Ricky was our Captain and he was knowledgeable and helpful. We felt very safe and had a wonderful time
Operator response
Dear customer Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time. It sounds like you enjoyed the intimate setting of our small boats with only 12 spots, providing a comfortable and stable ride in the jockey seat position. Safety is always our top priority, so we're glad to hear you felt secure throughout the journey. Best Regard Algarexperience Team
S
Awesome experience!
A small boat excursion with a very knowledgeable Ricky. Great views of and commentary about the various Algarve beaches and caves. A must do with them!
Operator response
Dear Sarel, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted you enjoyed the excursion with Ricky and the views and commentary of the Algarve beaches and caves. We look forward to hosting you again! Best regards, Algarexperience Team
H
A fun day, so enjoyable!!
Loved the boat ride, so fun through the waves!!! We got to see so many dolphins! Never been so close. Such an enjoable experience and welll worth the money!!! Two hours of our fun, enjoyment!!!
Operator response
Dear Helrn, Thank you for your lovely review , we are glad that you enjoyed the experience with us. We hope to receive you again to make more memorable experiences, Kind Regards AlgarExperience Team
M
Nice trip. Does the "money back with no dolphins" guarantee work?
It was a nice trip, but... No dolphins. We had a ticket with money back guarantee if we didn't see dolphins. This ticket was €10,- more expensive. It would be nice if we could get our money back at the counter. But no, we need to send an email and request the refund. If all goes well, I'll get my money back in a week. I'm curious, I'll let you know here
Operator response
Beste klant, Wij stellen uw commentaar en beoordeling zeer op prijs! Bij de dolfijn ervaring geven we de klant de optie om een ticket te kopen met een geld-terug garantie, in geval van het niet zien van dolfijnen. De retourmethode hangt af van waar u het ticket voor de activiteit koopt, aangezien dit met dezelfde betaalmethode moet gebeuren. We zijn blij dat u ten volle van uw ervaring heeft genoten. We hopen u snel weer te zien. Met vriendelijke groeten, AlgarExperience Team
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