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Solo Traveller
Awesome experience, very knowledgeable welcoming staff. I was fortunate to see a school of dolphin's. Thoroughly recommend.
Vilamoura: Dolphins & Benagil Caves
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Vilamoura
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 44 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 44
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- AlgarExperience
- Meeting point
- Go to the AlgarExperience check-in desk and present your voucher to the operator. Check-in for this activity opens 30 minutes before the departure time and closes at the departure time. Follow the instructions given at check-in and present your boarding pass to the crew.
Description
Departing from the Marina de Vilamoura is the first step on an unforgettable journey to encounter dolphins living freely in the waters of the Algarve. The route combines the serenity of sailing with the beauty of the award-winning Praia da Falésia, whose cliffs reveal different tones throughout the day, and the iconic Benagil Cave, creating a naturally striking and genuinely Algarvian setting. This activity is usually carried out on modern boat, equipped with a WC, ensuring every detail of the journey is enjoyed in comfort and quality. What to expect from this tour? •Discover the stunning Algarve coastline departing from Vilamoura. •Be captivated by the ever-changing tones of the cliffs at Praia da Falésia. •Visit Benagil Cave, one of the Algarve’s most iconic landmarks. •Encounter animals in the wild, guided by a professional biologist.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vilamoura
Start the tour at Marina de Vilamoura
Benagil
This famous cave features a sensational round hole in the ceiling that frames the beautiful blue sky inside.
Vilamoura
Dolphins Search
Praia da Marinha
A beach in Portugal, Algarve, known as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, its cliffs are breathtaking.
Marina de Vilamoura
Marina de Vilamoura
What's included
Included
Tour along the Algarve coast between Vilamoura and Benagil
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
44 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dolphins are wild creatures, It's not guaranteed they will be encountered. The tour duration can change subject to that.
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 Vilamoura: Dolphins & Benagil Caves take?
Vilamoura: Dolphins & Benagil Caves lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Vilamoura: Dolphins & Benagil Caves cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Vilamoura 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.
Can I cancel Vilamoura: Dolphins & Benagil Caves 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 Go to the AlgarExperience check-in desk and present your voucher to the operator. Check-in for this activity opens 30 minutes before the departure time and closes at the departure time. Follow the instructions given at check-in and present your boarding pass to the crew. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Vilamoura: Dolphins & Benagil Caves 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 44 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Vilamoura: Dolphins & Benagil Caves worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 44 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by AlgarExperience.
Reviews(44)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
E
The tour guide was...
The tour guide was amazing. Very knowledgeable and got to see the dolphins and the caves. I would definitely recommend this tour.
S
Benagil Caves
Although the dolphins did not appear on this day, the experience was incredible, I had never been to Benagil and I was enchanted by the scenery. What nature can do.
M
Great trip with nice guides
I went on the boat trip with my parents. After just a few minutes, it was clear that we were on board with a crew that enjoys their work a lot. A lot of humor, but also very competent and professional staff. We were lucky to see many dolphins that also made many beautiful jumps. Even the captain got completely enthusiastic about it. Due to the wild ocean that day, we unfortunately could not enter the caves of Benagil, but the captain made sure we got as close as possible to see part of the inside and take beautiful photos. It was really great!
S
Great trip, would recommend
This was a great trip, really friendly guides, lots of interesting information given and DOLPHINS! We couldn't get into the cave as the sea was too choppy but we were warned it might be the case. We still got a really good view of the coastline and lots of different caves/rock formations. Would definately recommend this trip
K
Nice boat trip, well...
Nice boat trip, well organised. We did see dolphins and went past the caves. Take a towel just in case you get wet.
W
Pleasant
Time made the trip a little hectic, but the dolphins and the magnificent views of the Algarve coast made it all irrelevant.
Q
Dolphin boat trip
We had a fantastic 3 hour trip to see the caves and the dolphins. We saw both and had a very memorable evening. Thank you so much.
Q
awesome
awesome ride. choppy, no dolphins but thoroughly enjoyed the caves
R
Great boat trip
Lovely boat trip. Saw dolphins at a distance
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