V
Great captain!
Great directions for meeting. He was right there when and where he said he would be. Very informative dialogue. Small boat got into the caves easily Would highly recommend
Benagil - Caves & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Portimao, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 82 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 9
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Cave Captain - Algarve Tours - Boat Trip
Description
This trip starts from Marina de Portimão and it sails until Marinha Beach, visiting about 20 caves along the coast of which stands out the famous Grotto of Benagil that is among the ten natural wonders of the world. Cave Captain located at in the Marina Portimão (5 Gold Anchors and Blue Flag), bets on the experience of the Captain and the safety of guests! Venture to navigate with the Cave Captain and visit the famous Grotto of Benagil that is among the ten natural wonders of the world. This trip stars from Marina de Portimão and it sails until Marinha Beach. The trips last an average of 2 hours and 30 minutes on the beaches and paradisiacal caves, it includes a stop for the guests to refresh themselves! Guests will be the right to snorkel with the appropriate equipment, followed by a toast on board with champagne or soda.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $40
- Child (ages 2–11)
- $29
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Praia De Benagil
This tour starts from Marina de Portimão and it sails until Marinha Beach, visiting about 20 caves along the coast of which stands out the famous Grotto of Benagil that is among the ten natural wonders of the world. The trips last an average of 2 hours and 30 minutes on the beaches and paradisiacal caves, it includes a stop for the guests to refresh themselves, with the right to snorkel with the appropriate equipment, followed by a toast on board with champagne or soda.
What's included
Included
It includes a stop for the guests to refresh themselves, with the right to snorkel with the appropriate equipment, followed by a toast on board with champagne or soda.
Not included
Hotel pickup
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
82 reviews
How it compares in Portimao
- Starting price $40 is close to the typical $40 for tours of similar length in Portimao
Excurgo comparison of 279 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- 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 must be accompanied by an adult (one adult for two children)
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 & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain take?
Benagil - Caves & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Benagil - Caves & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Portimao 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 & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 3:00 PM.
How much does Benagil - Caves & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain cost for children?
Children aged 2–11 pay from $29, adults from $40. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Benagil - Caves & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Benagil - Caves & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain 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 9 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult (one adult for two children)
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Benagil - Caves & Coast - Algarve Cave Captain worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 82 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cave Captain - Algarve Tours - Boat Trip.
Reviews(82)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
K
Fun and well paced
I had a blast with the captain and his 1st offical. They brought the group around the different caves and explained how locals call them. We couldn't go into the Bengali one because the sea did not cooperate that day, but we had an amazing time with refreshments and swimming in the sea included. Great ambiance and humor with beautiful sights
M
Four Aussies in Portimao
Riccardo took us on a nice almost private tour to and in a number of the amazing caves. The fact that it is not one of the big boats made the trip more personal and enjoyable. And he topped it off with champagne and opportunity to swim on an uncrowded little beach. Loved the whole tour.
C
Fantastic tour of Benagil and surrounding caves with a knowledgeable skipper
Great tour, with two other families, covering all the caves between our launch point and the famous Benagil cave, and some beyond, with an opportunity to swim to a deserted beach. The tour was exactly as described, and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
C
Family Boat Ride
The Benagil caves are the must do attraction along the Portimao coastal area. Lots of different tours to choose from. I wanted one with a small group. My family had 7 people and our boat had 10, so very much like a private tour. We stayed at the NH Portimao Marina Hotel, and the pickup point was right outside our rooms. Boat was relatively easy for my parents to get in and out. I do recommend getting in the water at the swim spots. The water was refreshing. The captain was funny and informative. Highly recommend.
Operator response
Thanks for sharing your experience! Comments like yours make our day better!
K
Bigger was NOT better for this tour
There were lots of boats doing the same tour, but this boat is smaller and we had a GREAT time. They turned the boat so we could all get the PERFECT view and shot off the formations in and out of the caves. Highly recommend.
Operator response
Thanks for sharing your experience! Comments like yours make our day better!
K
Everything was very well organized, and the ride was smooth from start to finish
We had such a great experience on this boat tour! The small group (only 5 people) made it feel much more personal and relaxed compared to the larger boats. Everything was very well organized, and the ride was smooth from start to finish. We explored so many beautiful caves and got to see the Algarve coastline from a completely different perspective. The tide was too low to enter the Benagil Cave, but honestly, we didn’t feel like we missed out. The other caves and coastal views were just as stunning, and the overall experience was absolutely worth it. Our captain was friendly, welcoming, and made the trip even more enjoyable. If you’re visiting Portimão, I highly recommend taking this tour, it’s one of the best ways to experience the incredible coastline.
Operator response
Thanks for sharing your experience! Comments like yours make our day better!
T
Ahoy to the caves!
This was such an enjoyable several hours. The captain and his first mate were experienced boaters and made us feel so comfortable while onboard. This small group experience (with a smaller boat) allowed us better access to many of the caves. Of course, the fun group also contributed to the great experience! Highly recommend.
Operator response
Obrigado por compartilhar sua experiência! Comentários como o seu fazem nosso dia melhor!"
S
Great experience! We were...
Great experience! We were able to go into all of the caves. It was a fun day! I would recommend as an outing!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience! Comments like yours make our day better!
B
Absolutely must book this amazing trip!
Amazing experience w/Ricardo & captain Jorge Small group size was greatly appreciated (especially after seeing other boat tours out on the water). They took us to many beautiful caves with wonderful photo ops and took our pictures. we finished tour at a secluded beach only accessible by boat, w/ optional swim time and champagne! Could not have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend 🙌🏼
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience! Comments like yours make our day better!
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