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Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour from Albufeira
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Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour from Albufeira

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2 hours
Albufeira
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2 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
€63€70Save 10%
2 adults × €31.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This two-hour boat tour departs from Albufeira Marina and travels west along the Algarve coast. The boat passes the village of Armação de Pêra, offering panoramic views, then continues past Praia de Nossa Senhora da Rocha where the chapel can be seen. It visits caves near Albandeira Beach, including the Arc de Triomphe rock formation and the Gruta dos Capitães. The tour proceeds past Praia da Marinha, known for its rock formations recognized by National Geographic. The boat then enters the fishing village of Benagil, including a visit inside the Algar de Benagil cave, followed by a view of the fishermen's houses now used for tourism. Next, the route passes the Alfanzina lighthouse area, including the Alfanzina tunnel, and enters the largest cave in the Algarve located beneath the lighthouse. After exploring the coastline, the boat heads south for about one hour to watch dolphins in their natural habitat. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed as they are wild animals. Life jackets and insurance are included. Children under three years old and pregnant women are not permitted on this tour.

Highlights

Two-hour boat tour along the Algarve coast
Visit Benagil Cave and nearby sea caves
View rock formations at Praia da Marinha
Pass Alfanzina lighthouse and tunnel
One-hour dolphin watching in natural habitat
Depart from Albufeira Marina

What's included

Insurance coverage during the tour
Life jackets provided for all passengers

Itinerary

1

Albufeira

The boat departs from Albufeira Marina heading west toward the caves along the coast.

2

Armacao de Pera

The route passes the village of Armação de Pêra, offering panoramic views of the area.

3

Praia de Nossa Senhora da Rocha

The tour moves along the coast past Senhora da Rocha beach, where the chapel can be seen.

4

Albandeira Beach

The boat visits sea caves near Albandeira beach, including the Arc de Triomphe rock formation and the Gruta dos Capitães cave.

5

Praia da Marinha

Passing Praia da Marinha, the tour shows rock formations on this beach recognized by National Geographic magazine.

6

Benagil

At the fishing village of Benagil, the tour enters the Algar de Benagil cave and passes the nearby beach with fishermen's houses now used for tourism.

7

Farol de Alfanzina/Alfanzina lighthouse

The boat passes the Alfanzina lighthouse, goes through the Alfanzina tunnel, and enters the largest cave in the Algarve located beneath the lighthouse.

8

Algarve

After exploring the coast, the boat heads south for about one hour looking for dolphins in their natural environment.

60 min

Meeting point

At Gate 3 of the Albufeira Marina, Must be 30 minutes before to do the check-in

End 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

Languages

Portuguese (guide)English (guide)French (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children under 3 years old are not allowed on the tour
Pregnant women are not permitted to join the tour
Total
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