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Magnificent
Wonderful outing with a captain who handled his boat well, dolphins were there!
Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $37 / person
- Location
- Albufeira, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 262 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Algarve Charters
- Meeting point
- Meet us in the Algarve Charters office at the Marina de Albufeira for the check-in, 30 minutes before departure time, with your ID please.
Description
MATRIX Power boat is 16 meters long (53ft) and has a maximum capacity of 50 people. You will have the opportunity to see the coast and visit the famous caves starting from the Marina of Albufeira and passing in front of the areas of Galé, Senhora da Rocha, Marinha until Benagil. We will go inside the most famous caves along the coastline and will give you important and detailed information about different spoits along the trip. Then we will cruise away from the coast and look for dolphins in the wild. If the weather allows, we will make a quick stop so you can have a refreshing swim in the ocean. With a friendly and well-instructed crew that will help and guide you along the cruise to make sure you have the best experience of your vacations! Our trip ends back at Albufeira Marina.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 10+)
- $37
- Child (ages 3–9)
- $23
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- $11
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:50 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 63 of the next 153 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Algar de Benagil
During the cruise, we will search for dolphins and show you the coastline where you will be able to see some beautiful rock formations and Benagil cave in between other caves, and also some beaches like the very famous Marinha beach.
What's included
Included
Security Briefing
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
262 reviews
How it compares in Albufeira
- No. 24 by number of reviews among 366 tours in Albufeira
- Starting price $37 is 20% 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
- We have a booking minimum
- The itinerary, entry into the caves, the stop for swimming, and the tour route are always subject to sea conditions and the captain’s decision.
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 Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h take?
Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h cost?
Prices start at $37 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 Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
How much does Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h cost for children?
Children aged 3–9 pay from $23, adults from $37.
Does Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h sell out?
It can: 63 of the next 153 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h 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 Meet us in the Algarve Charters office at the Marina de Albufeira for the check-in, 30 minutes before departure time, with your ID please. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(262)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
K
Dolphin Delight
Great experience with MATRIX Power. Morning tour starting at 10:00. We travelled out to sea and were lucky to see a pod of 12-15 dolphins. We then saw the caves along the coastline and stopped to swim for those who wanted to. Staff were friendly and fun, making sure the children were put at the front for a good view. Sensible price for 2.5 hour tour. Throughly recommended.
8
Highly recommended
Very good experience. It was the best trip of our vacation. The guides spoke 3 languages. Very nice. And the boat had lively music. The nature seen is truly spectacular!
C
The Kings of Braga !!!!
We had the best vacation experience, also the pleasure of having incredible people in charge and presenting this trip. Gil, Santiago, and Ricardo, you are incredible, keep up this vibe and we will certainly recommend and return for a new experience.
J
Fantastic and unforgettable!
It was a wonderful experience, the team was very nice, we loved it and recommend it to anyone who wants to go. Although it was not possible to visit the Benagil cave inside, due to some sea agitation, it was compensated with the sighting of dolphins very close to us. It was brutal!
S
Great experience
Great boat ride along the coast, quick dip in the ocean and highlight was Bengali caves. We didn’t spot any dolphins but not for lack of trying! Crew was excellent with lots of interesting information. Good sense of humor as well! Great day!
Operator response
Thank you very much for the kind words. We are glad to know that you had such an enjoyable experience and that our team helped make it better. Algarve Charters
8
Dissapointing
The trip and the boat were perfectly fine, and the staff were friendly. However, we were informed that the trip had been cancelled just 1.5 hours before departure (and only 1 hour before we were supposed to meet), by which point we had already taken the train from Tavira to Albufeira specifically for this trip. The reason was that there were too few bookings, which is understandable, but I do feel that cancelling with such short notice is disappointing. A significant number of the seats on the boat are in the shade, including the seats we were given, so it can get quite cold In the wind. Didnt see dolphins either.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you found the boat trip enjoyable and that our staff were friendly. We sincerely apologise for the short-notice cancellation. We completely understand how frustrating this must have been, especially as you had already travelled from Tavira to Albufeira specifically for the trip. Unfortunately, when bookings are too low to operate the tour, we sometimes have to make the difficult decision to cancel. As for the dolphins, they are wild animals and, while we always do our best to find them, sightings can never be guaranteed. We’ll take your comments on board as we continue to improve the experience for our guests. Algarve Charters
P
Excellent end of vacation!
An experience to have, it was spectacular and we were lucky to see common dolphins and the sea was a bit choppy because of the wind which made the trip amazing.
Operator response
Paulo obrigado pela sua avaliação, nos alegra que tenha gostado da experiência. Algarve Charters
N
Beautiful visuals
Very beautiful trip, even though we couldn't see dolphins, the views are stunning! The boat's movement causes a bit of nausea, but the crew is prepared for possible vomiting 😅
Operator response
Nos alegra que tenha gostado da experiência. Obrigado pelo seu amável comentário. Algarve Charters
M
Super few hours
Super trip and even saw the dolphins - guide and boat was great as well
Operator response
Thank you for your positive feedback! It’s customers like you who inspire us to keep improving. We look forward to serving you again soon! Algarve Charters
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