Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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5242 reviews
Activity provider:
XRide Algarve
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Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
5242 reviews

Join a cruise in Albufeira and enjoy a trip along the Algarve coast. Visit stunning caves, see rock formations, search for dolphins, and stop briefly for a refreshing swim (subject to sea conditions).

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Spanish, English, French, Portuguese

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Bruna – Ireland

The tour was excellent and the guides are very fun and helpful. We really enjoyed.

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5 out of 5 stars
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Vlada – Poland

Definitely a must see! You will enjoy every single minute of the tour!

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Highlights

  • Experience the Algarve from a different perspective on a cruise along the coast
  • Go inside sea caves and see stunning rock formations
  • Marvel at the contrast in colors between the rocky cliffs and native flora
  • Swim next to one of the Algarve's many beautiful beaches

Full description

Explore Algarve's coast, sea caves, including the Benagil cave and swim next to beautiful beaches. Search for dolphins and other marine life off the coast of the Algarve on a 2h30 cruise by boat.
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. Marvel at the contrast of colors between the rocky cliffs and caves, the blue of the sea and the indigenous flora and fauna.
Get a safety briefing to ensure you are comfortable once on board the boat and enjoy the services of an experienced captain throughout the journey.

Includes

  • 2.5-hour cruise
  • Search for dolphins
  • Sea caves (including Benagil Sea Cave)
  • Safety briefing
  • Lifejackets
  • Services of an experienced captain
  • Swimming stops (subject to sea conditions)
  • Meals and drinks

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Not allowed

  • Glass objects
  • Drinks

Know before you go

  • 1. Check-in must be done at the office 30 minutes before departure;
  • 2. Failure to show up at check-in invalidates access to the trip and refund;
  • 3. Changes and cancellations are permitted up to 24 hours before the tour, without penalty;
  • 4. XRide reserves the right to change the time and/ or vessel of the experience without prior notice;
  • 5. In the event of adverse sea and/ or weather conditions, XRide reserves the right to cancel and refund;
  • 6. Customers must come prepared with sunscreen, bathing suit, towel and/or jacket;
  • 7. It is not permitted to take glass drinks on board;
  • 8. Stopping to swim depends on sea conditions and/or people with symptoms of seasickness;
  • 9. Dolphins are wild animals, which is why XRide does not guarantee their observation;
  • 10. Entry to the caves depends on maritime conditions regulated by the port authorities;
  • 11. As entry into the caves is regulated by the port authorities, if the caves are closed there will be no refund.
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 5242 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Bruna – IrelandJune 29, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour was excellent and the guides are very fun and helpful. We really enjoyed.
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Vlada – PolandJune 27, 2025 – Verified booking
Definitely a must see! You will enjoy every single minute of the tour!
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Kath – United KingdomJune 18, 2025 – Verified booking
What a great experience! The boat crew were helpful, informative and funny. We enjoyed a dip in the sea, the beautiful costal caves and got to see a large pod of dolphins, who swam right by the boat. All in all money well spent :)

Product ID: 100467

Activity provider:
XRide Algarve

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