Portimão: Pirate Ship Cave Cruise

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Portimão: Pirate Ship Cave Cruise
Top rated
4.6819015 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.6819015 out of 5 stars
2188 reviews

Navigate along the coast on a big ship complete with shade, toilets, and bar service during this relaxing coastal cruise in Portimão. Transfer to a small boat to explore the scenic caves.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Stephanie – Australia

This was so much fun! The crew are hilarious as well as professional and it is well worth it to see the sea caves up close.

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Emily – United States

So much fun! The boat was so fun and the caves were awesome!

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Clube Naval De Portimão

  • Timeline stop icon

    Portimão

    Visit, Guided tour (2.5 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Clube Naval De Portimão

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Hoist the sails of a medieval-style discovery vessel
  • Board a traditional wooden dingis to explore inside the caves
  • Take in views of mediaeval castles and keep an eye out for dolphins
  • Select from morning, afternoon, and sunset cruise options

Full description

Feel like a pirate sailing the Atlantic on this unique cruise from Portimão that combines adventure and relaxation. Visit famous sites like the lighthouse of Alfanzina and the Benagil Cave.  
After boarding, begin by receiving a full briefing on your safety and comfort for your cruise. From there, hit the open water and navigate the coast off of Rio Arade, the village of Ferragudo, medieval castles, and the Atlantic Ocean.

Cruising east, pass Carvoeiro, which contains the famous rock formation of Algar Seco. Arriving to the lighthouse of Alfanzina, transfer to a small boat to visit the inside of the local caves which run from the lighthouse to Marinha Beach. These caves include the famous cathedral cave of Benagil.

On your return journey, be on the lookout for dolphins, which are regularly spotted in this area.

Includes

  • Coastal cruise
  • Small-boat cave tour
  • Insurance
  • Life vests
  • Food and drinks

Meeting point

Board your ship at the Vasco da Gama pier, next to Clube Naval and the Portimão Museum. Your ship is named the Santa Bernarda Pirate Ship.

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 2188 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Stephanie – AustraliaMay 16, 2025 – Verified booking
This was so much fun! The crew are hilarious as well as professional and it is well worth it to see the sea caves up close.
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Emily – United StatesMay 9, 2025 – Verified booking
So much fun! The boat was so fun and the caves were awesome!
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Lorna – CanadaMay 5, 2025 – Verified booking
The crew members really got into character, especially their interaction with the children that were on the ship. It definitely added to the experience. The ocean was also a willing participant as it was a perfectly calm, sunny day on the water.

Product ID: 310848

Activity provider:Santa Bernarda

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