Overall good experience but some safety concerns. Boat was full which meant lots of kayaks in water with paddlers showing range of expertise. Also several other boat tours visiting caves meant lots of water traffic. Our double kayak got pushed into the path of an approching, large, powered catamaran. Catamaran made little effort to avoid our kayak until it was nearly ontop of us. We thought we would be pulled between the catamarans hulls. Fortunately we werent. Our group guides appeared unaware of incident. A further problem was getting the kayaks back on board the motor boat. Water movement caused multiple bumps between kayaks and ensuing chaos in loading. Problem made worse by the large number of kayaks. Needs to be a limit on numbers of kayaks on the trip or more guides to oversee each group.
Benagil Area Kayak
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $52 / person
- Location
- Albufeira, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 578 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 40
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- SeaAlgarve
- Meeting point
- Double kayaks are the standard equipment for everyone, if your interest is single kayak or SUP, please contact the local partner to check availability.Check-in is 30 minutes before departure time. Meet at the SeaAlgarve ticket office, near Gate 3, with a green flag on top.
Description
Our tour offers a truly unique experience for every guest. Kayaking is one of the best ways to explore the Algarve coastline, allowing you to admire the caves, cliffs and hidden beaches from an unforgettable perspective at sea. This experience combines the comfort of a scenic boat cruise with the adventure of kayaking. The tour lasts approximately 3 to 3.15 hours, including around 1 to 1.5 hours on the kayak. During the remaining time, you will relax aboard our spacious catamaran while cruising along the stunning coastline between Albufeira and Benagil, heading to the perfect starting point for the kayaking adventure. Our crew is friendly, experienced and multilingual, always ready to ensure your comfort and safety throughout the trip. With SeaAlgarve, you are guaranteed a memorable and one-of-a-kind experience in the Algarve.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 22
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $52
- Child (ages 3–10)
- $34
In demand: 20 of the next 22 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Food and drinks aren't included, but can be purchased on board (Cash only)
All necessary equipment with the kayaks is included. Life jackets are included to.
Not included
There is a bar available on board to Purchase snacks and Drinks. Please note these are not included in the ticket price (Cash only).
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
578 reviews
How it compares in Albufeira
- No. 10 by number of reviews among 360 tours in Albufeira
- Starting price $52 is 12% above the typical $46 for tours of similar length in Albufeira
- Price over the last 18 days: $51–$52
Excurgo comparison of 360 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- On the tour we have double kayaks avaible for everyone. Please send us an email to let us if you would like a single kayak (upon request subject to availability).
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 Benagil Area Kayak take?
Benagil Area Kayak lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Benagil Area Kayak cost?
Prices start at $52 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 Benagil Area Kayak run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does Benagil Area Kayak cost for children?
Children aged 3–10 pay from $34, adults from $52.
Does Benagil Area Kayak sell out?
It can: 20 of the next 22 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Benagil Area Kayak for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Double kayaks are the standard equipment for everyone, if your interest is single kayak or SUP, please contact the local partner to check availability. Check-in is 30 minutes before departure time. Meet at the SeaAlgarve ticket office, near Gate 3, with a green flag on top. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Benagil Area Kayak offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Benagil Area Kayak worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 578 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SeaAlgarve.
Reviews(578)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
P
Needs to tighten up safety
M
Fantastic trip very enjoyable
Amazing trip the guides were brilliant, really good fun highly recommend.
D
A must-do
Quick check-in. Very good atmosphere. Super program.
C
Amazing experience
Amazing! from start to finish. 3 hour trip which I’m glad to have experienced. Never done Kayaking before but other family members have. Went on double kayak it was hard work. But views were amazing and worth it. Your guides are always there and very supportive. Also got the chance to jump off boat for swim in sea before heading back to Marina. We did have the trip booked on the Monday, but unfortunately cancelled due to weather conditions. We were offered alternative day which was lucky.
M
Very nice kayak tour
We were there for the second time already and it was beautiful and very well organized again. The crew is very competent and helpful. You feel very comfortable during the entire excursion. We will come back.
R
Highlight of our holiday
Fantastic trip and great fun for all the family and was the highlight of our trip. My wife, daughter and son all loved the kayaking and opportunity to get up close to the cliffs/caves. The boat is modern, clean and well equipped and the staff were superb, very friendly from start to finish. Highly recommended
Operator response
Thank you for recommending us! We’re so pleased to know that you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the journey.
L
Beautiful walk
After explanations in English and French we took to the sea and along the coast to the caves of Benagil that we observed from the boat. Then the kayaks were put into the sea and followed a very nice walk of about an hour through the caves and rock formations of all kinds! It was a slightly sporty ride but without any particular difficulties (no current or rocks that block kayaks) Our guide was very attentive and translated into French the different explanations. Throughout the kayak ride we were guided and secured by 3 guides: 1 in paddle (the one who explained), 1 in kayak and 1 in small motorized boat. We are very happy to have booked and done this activity.
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Operator response
Quelle belle appréciation ! Merci d’avoir pris le temps de partager votre expérience. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié la balade en bateau !
B
an excellent trip!
fantastic experience, excellent value for money and the team are really friendly, make you feel welcome & safe! facilities on the boat inc a clean toilet & drinks & snacks.
Operator response
We’re delighted to know you had such a memorable experience. Thank you for choosing us!
A
Amazing kayak tour
An amazing experience from start to finish with fantastic guides who were so helpful, friendly and so much fun! Thoroughly enjoyed our Kayaking and the whole trip! Would definitely recommend! Beautiful coastline with stunning caves and to be able to go inside with the kayaks just made it more special. Thanks so much for an awesome trip
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour and hope to welcome you back again soon!
K
A brilliant afternoon with a great crew
A brilliant trip. Crew were excellent. Very friendly. Really would recommend these guys. Thanks
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive review. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on board again!
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