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Benagil cave
Thoroughly enjoyable boat trip. Compulsory life jackets for passengers safety. The tour was not only the Benagil cave but others along the coastline. Very informative guide making the whole trip very worthwhile.
Benagil Caves Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Albufeira, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 906 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 18
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Oceaneye
- Meeting point
- You need to go to the check-in Office close to Gate 3 of the Albufeira Marina,Must be 30 minutes before, to do the check-in
Description
Visit our coast in a semi-rigid boat starting from Albufeira. Take a cruise between Albufeira and Alfanzina and see dolphins in their natural habitat. Talk to our crew for fun facts about dolphins and other species. Come and discover the Algarve in a new way! Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed at 100%, as they are wild animals in their natural habitat and their behavior cannot be controlled. Therefore, if no dolphins are spotted during the tour, Oceaneye does not issue a refund for the ticket.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 9:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $40
- Child (ages 3–10)
- $29
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:49 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 68 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Albufeira
Departure from Albufeira Marina in west direction to see the caves.
Armacao de Pera
Passing through the village of Armação de Pêra with a panoramic view.
Praia de Nossa Senhora da Rocha
Starting the visit along our coast with Senhora da Rocha beach and seeing the chapel.
Albandeira Beach
Visiting the caves in the area of Albandeira where the rock formation of the Arc de Triomphe and the Gruta dos Capitães are located.
Praia da Marinha
Then, passing by Praia da Marinha where we will show some rock formations on a beach awarded by the magazine of Nacional Geographic.
Arriving at Vila Piscatória Benagil we will enter the famous cave of Algar de Benagil and then pass on to the beach of benagil where you can glimpse the typical fishermen's houses that today are for tourism.
Farol de Alfanzina/Alfanzina lighthouse
We will pass by the Alfanzina lighthouse area, where we will pass through the Alfanzina tunnel and then we will enter the largest cave in the Algarve located right under the lighthouse.
Algarve
After visiting our wonderful coast, we head south in search of dolphins that are in their natural habitat.
What's included
Included
insurance
Life-Jackets
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
906 reviews
How it compares in Albufeira
- No. 6 by number of reviews among 366 tours in Albufeira
- Starting price $40 is 13% 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 3 years of age are not permitted/Crianças com menos 3 de anos não são permitidas
- Pregnant women are not allowed / Grávidas não são permitidas
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 Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira take?
Benagil Caves Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Benagil Caves Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira cost?
Prices start at $40 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 Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
How much does Benagil Caves Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira cost for children?
Children aged 3–10 pay from $29, adults from $40.
Does Benagil Caves Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira sell out?
It can: 68 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Benagil Caves Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira 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 You need to go to the check-in Office close to Gate 3 of the Albufeira Marina,. Must be 30 minutes before, to do the check-in. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Benagil Caves Visit with Dolphins Watching from Albufeira 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 18 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children under 3 years of age are not permitted/Crianças com menos 3 de anos não são permitidas
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(906)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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OceanEye
Our tour with Oceaneye was great, waters were rough but Captain was an excellent helmsman and guide Jules I think his name was, was fantastic making a Grey rainy day fun and educational, he spoke English and French for our boat and kept all in line for our safety. They had excellent tunes that accentuated the points of interest. Unfortunately the dolphins stayed away, but that is their choice. Required some assistance to find the kiosk but staff was great once we did.
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Caves and Dolphin
Safe, fun and multifaceted boat journey with caves and dolphins
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Great trip seeing the Dolphins and caves.
This was a great experience, we were lucky enough to see Dolphins and enjoyed the vast knowledge of our tour guide.
J
Excellent experience
Very good experience, guide and pilot were top-notch! Explanations with a touch of humor that we appreciated. We were lucky enough to see dolphins❤️ Company that I recommend!!!
9
Nice outing consistent with the advertisement.
Nice outing and time is taken for the places to see and speed at sea. Top 👍
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Excellent activity
Pedro very friendly activity that I recommend With this company furthermore we were able to see dolphins
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Benagil Caves
Very good choice. The dolphins were optional, let's say, and we saw them. Beautiful experience
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Thrills guaranteed
We loved it, nice guide, the rigid inflatable boat pilot was top-notch, we got to have an adrenaline rush on the waves, it was just wow, the boat went fast toward the horizon, that's what we liked best. We saw the dolphins, a magical moment. Return toward the coast to visit the caves, Benagil and others as well, magnificent landscapes. On the way back, a short moment where the pilot made very sharp turns on the water for maximum thrills. It is not a big boat like many others, but it is worth the detour. If you like adrenaline and thrills, this is for you. Thank you Oceaneye.
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Very fun experience on...
Very fun experience on the boat ride seeing the dolphins and the beautiful caves. Tour guides were great and explained the history and meaning of each sight. Highly recommend.
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