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Portimão: Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option

Portimão: Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option

Meet at the Portimão pier and prepare for an unforgettable adventure. After a brief and important safety briefing, board the agile RIB boat, ready to explore the wonders of the Algarve coast. As the boat sails along, you will be treated to spectacular views of the Fort of Santa Catarina, an imposing coastal sentinel, and the castle of Ferragudo, which seems to emerge from a fairytale setting. Along the way, a picturesque fishing village completes the idyllic picture, offering an authentic glimpse of traditional seaside life. As you sail further, prepare to be enchanted by the grandeur of the caves and cliffs that dot the coast. Each rock formation reveals a new surprise, sculpted over the centuries by the force of the sea and the wind. The highlight of your adventure is the iconic Benagil Caves, a true natural treasure accessible only by sea. Admire the impressive openings at the top of the caves, through which the sun’s rays penetrate, illuminating the golden sand beach with a heavenly light. Feel the magic of the environment as the echoes and sound of the wind resonate through the caves, creating an almost mystical atmosphere. If you have opted for the sunset tour, the experience becomes even more special. On the way back, the sky transforms into a palette of vibrant colors, offering a natural spectacle as the sun sets over the horizon, ending the day in an unforgettable way.

Lagoa: Slide & Splash Water Park Entrance Ticket

Lagoa: Slide & Splash Water Park Entrance Ticket

Enjoy a day at Slide and Splash in Lagoa with its more 25 attractions. Relax in the cabanas, unwind with a massage, visit the fish spa center, and more. Experience the newest area of the park, home to the "Big Fall" a full-speed shuttle, the "Boomerang" a float trip with light effects, and 6 lane "Race". Discover pools and water slides suitable for guests of all ages. For younger guests, enjoy the fantasy water world of Tropical Paradise and the children's Foam Slides. Thrill-seekers can ride the gravity-defying Big Wave or the new Big Fall, the fastest "trip capsule" in the park – only for the bravest. Enjoy the Disco River, the Black Hole, the Banzai, the massage and fish spa, 6 dining locations, and more. Relax in the leisure area with its 15 cabanas. It's an extra charge to experience these new areas reserved for groups of 4, 6, or 10 people. Enjoy perks such as fridge use, safes, and discounts at the restaurant and shop.

Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

Travel along the Algarve coastline and explore its beautiful caves on this speedboat adventure. Discover the beauty of the coast on a high-speed boat tour. Meet next to the ruins of the San Francisco Convent. Feel confident and prepared after a quick safety briefing with the crew members and grab your life jacket. Step onboard the brand new speedboat and get ready to see the Algarve coastline. Admire breathtaking cliffs and discover the secret sandy beaches only accessible by boat as you zip across the water. Admire the natural beauty of the Benagil Sea Caves. This essential Algarve site was formed by natural erosion creating a huge sunlit cavern. Allocation of reserves is automatic. If you make individual reservations but are part of a group, let us know which reservations belong to your group

Portimão: Benagil Caves & Dolphins Watching with Biologist

Portimão: Benagil Caves & Dolphins Watching with Biologist

Join a marine biologist on a guided cruise of the Benagil Caves. Cruise in search of dolphins, visit the stunning caves of the Algarve coast, and cruise into the iconic Algar de Benagil cave. Set sail from Portimão and head to the Marinha beach. As you sail, hear live commentary about the area's geology and marine life from a marine biologist. Stop at the famous cave Algar de Benagil to take an Instagram-perfect picture. Cruise down the Algarve coast and stop to visit hidden caves. At one of the beaches, dive off the boat and swim in the clear water. Next, leave the coast behind and sail off into the Atlantic in search of dolphins. Get videos of these playful creatures jumping and swimming around the boat before returning to the mainland.

Portimão: Sunset Cruise to Benagil Cave

Portimão: Sunset Cruise to Benagil Cave

At the chosen time we'll meet at the San Francisco de Portimão dock and board a boat to sail off on our sunset cruise. We'll spend 1 hour and half sailing the Atlantic Ocean as we head towards the famous Benagil Cave, one of the most fascinating places in this part of southern Portugal. Get your cameras ready! As night begins to fall, we'll marvel at a breathtaking sunset over the magnificent landscape. We'll also get to admire the Alfanzina Lighthouse as we approach Benagil Beach, one of the most special places on the Algarve coast. Allocation of reserves is automatic. If you make individual reservations but are part of a group, let us know which reservations belong to your group.

Portimão: Pirate Ship Cave Cruise

Portimão: Pirate Ship Cave Cruise

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.

Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

Located in the heart of Albufeira, MiniGolf Adventure Park promises fun and entertainment to all who visit. With unique facilities, the conditions are perfect for you to perfect your game. Work your way around the 20-hole course, with magnificent waterfalls in the background. If you have never played mini-golf before, now is your chance to learn. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings while relaxing and having fun with family and friends.

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Enjoy a guided visit to the TechSalt salt mine and learn about geology, the history of the mine, and the rock salt mining economy of the area. Descend to a depth of 230 meters under the city of Loulé as you are escorted along an underground route. Discover more about the evolution of rock salt mining processes as well as the economic importance of the mine in the region. Admire the vast chambers of ancient rock formations, some of which date back over 230 million years.

From Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Boat Tour at Sunrise

From Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Boat Tour at Sunrise

Sunrise slot is the best overall to do a caves tour of the day, the caves are deserted and you will feel it and enjoy a special atmosphere with this tour. Don't miss out on a must-do Benagil Caves tour. Meet your skipper at the pier in Portimao and listen to a short safety briefing. Then, board the RIB speed boat to start the journey out to sea. On your way, the skipper will tell you stories about the Arade River and the Algarve region. Admire views of the Fort of Santa Catarina, the Ferragudo castle, and a quaint fishing village along the coast. See many dramatic caves and cliffs as you travel along the coast. Then, see the famous Benagil Caves, which are only reachable by boat. Marvel at the naturally-formed holes at the top, which let the sunlight filter down to the sandy beach below in a beautiful display. Listen to the echoes and the sound of the wind and let yourself be moved by these impressive natural surroundings. Allocation of reserves is automatic. If you make individual reservations but are part of a group, let us know which reservations belong to your group.

Lagos: Dolphin Watching with Professional Marine Biologists

Lagos: Dolphin Watching with Professional Marine Biologists

Dolphin watching is a must-do activity for anyone visiting the Algarve! With a tour provider that has over 30-years experience, you can get up close and personal to one of nature's most spectacular and fascinating creatures.  Take part in a tour with the first ever company to search for dolphins in Algarve, and enjoy the experience with guides who have over 30-years experience. This is a day trip along the stunning coast of Southern Portugal you'll never forget. You have the ability to go on a boat ride that will suit all your adventure needs, including, riding on a world-renowned dolphin searching boat "the Tornado rib". Feel the thrill of the wind in your face as you glide across the glistening Atlantic Ocean in search of beautiful bottlenose and common dolphins or even other different species of Wildlife, before gently settling amongst the pods to watch them dance and play in their natural habitat. This tour lasts approximately 90-minutes and runs throughout each day from Lagos, Alvor and Portimão.

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5 out of 5 stars

We had a fantastic tour with Ashe and Kumal today! They allowed us to take our time, visit the stops the order that made the most sense for us, and even helped us to take the perfect pictures. Along the way in the long car ride, they were friendly and open and gave us a chance to get to know them better in between their sightseeing knowledge shares. Would absolutely use them as guides again when coming back to the Lisbon area.

5 out of 5 stars

It was very organised felt safe on board. Managed to see the Dolphins swim near to the boat. The experience was great. It is a bumpy ride at times and occasionally water splashes into the boat so warm clothing. There was a mixture of old and young on board. Visited many caves with stories Sailing along the North Atlantic Ocean to see the dolphins.

5 out of 5 stars

We went on a tour during bad weather it was overcast but the guide Evson was amazing. We were able to see the amazing caves I would highly recommend this tour don’t be discouraged if it is overcast. We got incredible pictures and great advise on what to do next in the day.

5 out of 5 stars

I took the tour recently and loved it. The guides are spectacular, you can tell they love what they do. In the group I was in, I was the only one who spoke Portuguese and they translated everything so that I could have the same experience. 5 stars is not enough to rate it.

5 out of 5 stars

It was the highlight of our trip to Algarve. We were able to go inside the Benagil cave. It was well worth the price.