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A beautiful trip with unforgettable impressions!
It was an incredible tour with many great and unforgettable moments! Gladly again🤩👍
Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Albufeira, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 1,410 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 45
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- X Ride Lda
Description
Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave See the Algarve from a new perspective on a cruise along the coast. Admire stunning sea caves and rock formations like the Benagil Cave. Search for dolphins and other marine life off the coast of the Algarve on a 2h30 cruise by boat. Explore sea caves, including the Benagil Cave, enjoy close ocean animal encounters, and swim next to beautiful beaches. Depart from the Marina de Albufeira and head towards Carvoeiro Beach enjoying the breathtaking landscapes, pleasant weather, and crystal-clear waters of Portugal's southern shore along the way.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8 times a day, 9:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $40
- Child (ages 4–10)
- $29
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- $11
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:51 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 118 of the next 240 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Albufeira Marina
A 2h30 tour along the Algarve coast, starting at Albufeira marina and traveling around the coast, to the Benagil Cave. The tour includes a visit to the caves, rock formations, Dolphins observation and a brief stop for a refreshing swim.
Benagil
Visit the Benagil cave
What's included
Included
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Live commentary on board
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
1,410 reviews
How it compares in Albufeira
- No. 3 by number of reviews among 366 tours in Albufeira
- Starting price $40 is 12% below the typical $46 for tours of similar length in Albufeira
Excurgo comparison of 366 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Dolphins are wild animals, which is why XRide does not guarantee their observation.
- Stopping to swim depends on sea conditions and/or people with symptoms of seasickness.
- Entry to the caves depends on maritime conditions regulated by the port authorities. As the entry to the caves is regulated by the port authorities, if the caves are closed there will be no refunds.
- Please let us know if you are pregnant, in a wheelchair and/ or have reduced mobility.
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 Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise take?
Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise 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 Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
How much does Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 4–10 pay from $29, adults from $40.
Does Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise sell out?
It can: 118 of the next 240 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise 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 45 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Please let us know if you are pregnant, in a wheelchair and/ or have reduced mobility.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(1,410)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
1
Fabulous views of the Algarve coastline
We set out for a 9.30 cruise. Dolphins were being shy, but visiting the caves was fantastic. Great tour guide (not talking all the time, praise the Lord!). She spoke at least three languages. Appropriate and atmospheric music at key points (but I could have done without that short moment of Elvis :-) ) Highly recommend this trip.
T
Awesome experience!
Caring and knowledgeable staff! The captain was great and he sure knew what he was doing as it was a rough day at sea! The two young ladies (Bea and I missed the other lady’s name) who were his assistants were very caring to all the guests. The coastal and cave views and were stunning! The boat was a great size and felt very safe.
I
Coastline & Caves - A morning at sea
Although we didn’t get to see the dolphins we did have a great morning on the boat on the ocean. Credit to the capitan for navigating the caves and giving a perfect view of them inside and along the coastline. Fun crew onboard and time well spent.
A
A very entertaining trip
We had a great time, we weren't lucky enough to see the dolphins but the boat ride was wonderful. The guides were fabulous, they made the trip fun. It's worth it
P
Perfect
Beautiful trip Very attentive, they take you all along the coast, we were also able to see dolphins.
M
Very worthwhile to do 👍
Nice experience, beautiful mountain landscape and beaches 👍but no dolphins 🙁
A
Beautiful boat trip!
Beautiful boat trip! The staff is very friendly, funny and excites every tourist! Highly recommended!!!
C
Excellent experience and great value.
Fabulous experience, got to see everything, dolphins included. The guides were extremely professional, asking beforehand if anyone had back issues, pregnancy etc. No need to rush or push or skip to the top of the queue as there were two boats running simultaneously and everyone was divided up depending on group numbers to ensure all groups had the perfect view (so the queue was rearranged before boarding anyway).. Full respect was given to the Dolphins in their natural habitat by the operators, however there are always a few over excited inexperienced customers aboard , which we can never avoided. Although the caves were very busy, nothing was missed and even still time for a swim. All round, excellent experience with a professional crew. Well done lads. One tip.... Bring some drinks to keep hydrated.
M
Great time
The crew were all very friendly and took pictures of me and my family for me. and The views were amazing. So glad we went!
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