Meet at the Portimão pier and prepare for an unforgettable adventure. As the boat sails along, take in spectacular views of the Fort of Santa Catarina, an imposing coastal sentinel, and the castle of Ferragudo, which seems to emerge from a fairytale setting. Along the way, pass by a picturesque fishing village, offering an authentic glimpse of traditional seaside life. As you sail further, prepare to be enchanted by the grandeur of the caves and cliffs that dot the coast. Each rock formation reveals a new surprise, sculpted over the centuries by the force of the sea and the wind. The highlight of your adventure is the iconic Benagil Caves, a true natural treasure accessible only by sea. Admire the impressive openings at the top of the caves, through which the sun’s rays penetrate, illuminating the golden sand beach with a heavenly light. Feel the magic of the environment as the echoes and sound of the wind resonate through the caves, creating an almost mystical atmosphere.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Admire the famous Ferragudo Castle
Give a look to the beautiful piscatory village of Carvoeiro
Biggest sea cave in europe
The amazing Benagil Cave
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Benagil Caves Full Circuit Afternoon Happy Hour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $17 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:30 PM and 4:00 PM.
Children aged 3–10 pay from $17, adults from $17.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is You will find the Commercial Port of Portimão on your right and you should go straight ahead, on the "dirt road" (dead end road). At the end of the road you will find the meeting point (according to the photos). I also send the google maps location pin:. https://goo.gl/maps/mPqrn56nnQx4HuB87. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 1880 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 28 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mare Nostrum.
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Very nice trip and with an adequate duration, the guide and the captain are very nice and professional.
Que bom saber que gostaram do passeio e que a duração foi a ideal! O nosso guia e capitão vão certamente ficar contentes por saber que a sua simpatia e profissionalismo contribuíram para uma ótima experiência. Muito obrigado pelas 5 estrelas! Cumprimentos, A equipa da Atlantis Tours
Anais, Georges, and Rubbens, a great crew. Reasonable prices, services, and Anais's commentary were perfect. We would do it again...
Quel plaisir de savoir que vous avez passé un si bon moment avec nous ! Anaïs, Georges et Rubbens seront très heureux de lire vos mots, et nous transmettrons tout particulièrement vos compliments à Anaïs. Et si vous avez déjà envie de recommencer, nous serons heureux de vous retrouver à bord ! Bien cordialement, L’équipe Atlantis Tours
An incredible experience! A very pleasant tour, good organization and a very nice, willing, and knowledgeable guide :) I strongly advise!
Muito obrigado por esta partilha! É ótimo saber que aproveitou o passeio e que a simpatia, boa disposição e conhecimento do nosso guia contribuíram para tornar a experiência ainda melhor. Agradecemos também a recomendação e esperamos voltar a recebê-lo a bordo! Cumprimentos, A equipa da Atlantis Tours
We had a fantastic boat tour with Chico and Bruno! Everything was very well organized from start to finish. Amazing experience and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Chico and Bruno!
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a great experience and that everything was well organised from start to finish. Chico and Bruno will be thrilled to know they helped make your tour so enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on board again for another unforgettable adventure along the Algarve coast! Warm regards, The Atlantis Tours Team
An unforgettable experience! Positives all round - a quick and easy check in with lovely welcoming staff speaking multiple languages to accommodate all guests. Would recommend bring a hat for waiting to board and some water to keep cool in Portuguese heat. The trip itself was smooth and beautiful views so much my daughters then made us explore parts of the cliffs by land the following day. The crew were fantastic, a huge thanks to Bruno our guide and the amazing Captain Jorge for keeping us all safe and energised.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. It's a pleasure to know that you had such an unforgettable experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the warm welcome from our team, the beautiful scenery and the organisation of the tour. Bruno will be very happy to read your kind words, and we will also make sure to share your compliments with Captain Jorge. It's especially rewarding to know that the experience inspired your family to continue exploring the Algarve coastline the following day. We look forward to welcoming you back on board for another adventure along the Algarve coast. Kind regards, The Atlantis Tours Team
A big thank you to Christian, Anaïs, and Chico for this superb boat trip! The whole team was very welcoming, smiling, and professional. The explanations were clear and interesting, and we had an excellent time having fun from start to finish. Only small downside: the waiting time before departure, which was a bit long. But that doesn't take anything away from the quality of the experience. We recommend it with pleasure!
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire et votre recommandation, HostinsE. Nous sommes heureux que Christian, Anaïs et Chico aient contribué à rendre cette sortie aussi agréable et amusante. Nous prenons également bonne note de votre remarque concernant le temps d’attente avant le départ. Au plaisir de vous revoir à bord ! Bien cordialement, L’équipe Atlantis Tours
The tour was beautiful and the captain and guide were friendly & knowledgeable. However, the seating for the tour was unacceptable. We were crammed in like sardines - literally sitting on benches like a horse with one person's knees in my back and my knees on the person in front of me. This may sound trivial - but it is a 1.5 hour boat ride that I wanted to enjoy. It was the most uncomfortable situation I have experienced in quite some time. If you are in the middle row, there is no way to even get photographs or have much of a view. However, the worst part was that this was not the experience for everyone who booked the exact same tour (at the same price). The groups are separated by language and other groups had significantly bigger boats, more space and were treated like humans. I will never use Atlantic Tours again for any reason. Incredible disappointment
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Keitsa Brisson. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and that our captain and guide made a positive impression. We're sorry that the seating did not meet your expectations. The tour you booked is operated on a speedboat with original saddle-style seating, which cannot be modified. This type of boat is specifically designed to access caves and narrow areas that larger vessels cannot reach, and this information is available when booking. We understand that this seating may not suit every guest. For those looking for more space and comfort, we also offer other types of boats with traditional seating, although these are different experiences and are available at different prices. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best. Kind regards, The Atlantis Tours Team
My wife and I did the Benigal caves tour with Atlantis tours and we absolutely loved it. I would highly recommend this boat trip.
Thank you so much for your review! We're really happy to hear that you and your wife loved the Benagil Caves tour and had such a great time with us. Thanks for the recommendation, it means a lot to our team. We hope to see you both back on board again someday! Kind regards, The Atlantis Tours Team
We have booked a tour with this organization to sail 1.5 along the coast. We get a call in advance that we have to be on time at the location we passed on in advance, so we are there on time! The organization is top notch, although there is definitely a point of attention. There's nothing at the assembly site. Nothing to eat or drink, no toilet and no benches with a roof in not having to sit in the sun. But that aside. Fifteen minutes before departure, life jackets are provided and everyone is lined up in name to go to the boat. There are about 30 people in total. Punctual 3 hours is the sailing and sailing past nice Portuguese towns, beaches, and especially the worthwhile coastline. Information in various languages is provided along the way. The crew is very welcoming and friendly and really do their best to make you feel at home. After 1.5 hours we are back at the port and we look back on a nice excursion.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We're really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had a great time exploring the Algarve coastline with our crew. It's wonderful to know that the landscapes, the information shared on board and the friendliness of the team all helped make the trip memorable. Thank you as well for mentioning the meeting point. As it's located inside the commercial harbour area, facilities there are quite limited, but we completely understand your point and appreciate the feedback. It was a pleasure having you on board, and we're delighted that you left with such good memories of the trip. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure on the Algarve coast someday. Kind regards, The Atlantis Tours Team
A wonderful experience with a charming crew: Bruno, Ruy, Pedro, and Esn.. would repeat it many times, thank you very much..
¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutó de una experiencia tan bonita con nosotros. Bruno, Rui, Pedro y Evson estarán encantados de saber que contribuyeron a hacerla tan especial. Ha sido un placer tenerle a bordo y esperamos verle de nuevo muy pronto. Un cordial saludo, El equipo de Atlantis Tours
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benagil Caves Full Circuit Afternoon Happy Hour | 1h 30min | 4.6 (28) | $17 | |
 Cruise 3, Benagil - Afternoon - Caves 14:30H - 17:00H | 2h 30min | 4.5 (128) | $40 | View |
 Small Group Tour of Benagil Caves from Portimao | 2 hours | 4.8 (1,978) | $40 | View |
 Exclusive Small Group Kayak Tour to Benagil Caves with 4K Photos | 2 hours | 4.9 (1,901) | $46 | View |
 Express Tour - Benagil Cave | 30 min | 4.9 (1,881) | $17 | View |
 Benagil Cave Tour From Armação de Pêra | 1 hour | 5.0 (1,522) | $29 | View |
 Traditional Tour - Benagil Cave | 1 hour | 5.0 (1,469) | $28 | View |