Guided Tours

From Portimão: Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach Boat Tour

4.6/5(560)

M. Carmen P

Group

Verified booking

Last week

We loved the tour—many thanks to Paco and Teodoro, who explained everything very clearly and were very friendly. I highly recommend the tour and the restaurant they recommended, Allgarbe—the set menus were delicious and reasonably priced, and the waiter who served us, Jose, was also very friendly. Thank you so much!!

Mathew V

Family

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Above all we were so impressed that you cared so much for your customers that you accommodated us even though we got a bit late in reaching the starting point. We enjoyed the whole experience very much.

Catarina P

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Everything was amazing. Thank you to the guide for the excellent explanation and to the man who drove the boat. I’ll definitely do this again the next time I come to the Algarve.

Da C

Family

Verified booking

Jul 2026

An unforgettable moment. It was magnificent. You really have to do this. Anaïs and Bruno are the best. We got a briefing, and Anaïs came around to each of us to see if we had any questions or wanted to know about places to visit. And Bruno did a little acceleration just for fun. It was truly amazing, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat—it was such a blast. It’s a real feast for the eyes.

Lotta D

Solo

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The highlight of my trip to Portugal! The caves are unbelievably beautiful. Both the tour guide and the captain were incredibly funny and created such a great atmosphere. If you’re still thinking about whether to book it or not — stop thinking and just book it!

Elaine Q

Family

Verified booking

Jul 2026

fantastic tour, very friendly staff and top quality boat x security itens on board. Andre and Martim seem to have a lot of experience working together and the trip was really enjoyable.

Witness the best the Algarve has to offer on this 2-hour cruise from Portimão to the Benagil Caves.

Glide along the coast on a guided boat tour that enters Benagil Cave, passes around 20 sea caves, and reveals stretches of sand and coves.

Cool off with a swim near Praia da Marinha, notice arches and rock shapes along the cliffs, and simply enjoy the motion and sounds of the sea.

Along the way, you'll also spot key landmarks of the region, including the Fort of Santa Catarina and the Ferragudo Castle.

Choose between a small group boat that runs diesel-free or a fast RIB coastal circuit for a ride along the shore to match your style on the water.

2-hour tour from Portimão to Benagil Caves

Swimming stop at Praia da Marinha (included with the 2-hour tour)

Panoramic views of the Fort of Santa Catarina, Ferragudo Castle, and 20 caves along the coast

Expert English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French-speaking guide

Small group tour with no more than 23 participants per group

Speedboat tour to the Benagil Caves (as per option selected)

Lifejackets (included with the 2-hour tour)

Food and drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Borja V
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A great tour and a great guide, Martín, who made this an unforgettable experience. We were also lucky enough to see dolphins. I recommend it 100%.
M. Carmen P
Group
Verified booking
Last week
We loved the tour—many thanks to Paco and Teodoro, who explained everything very clearly and were very friendly. I highly recommend the tour and the restaurant they recommended, Allgarbe—the set menus were delicious and reasonably priced, and the waiter who served us, Jose, was also very friendly. Thank you so much!!
Catarina P
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything was amazing. Thank you to the guide for the excellent explanation and to the man who drove the boat. I’ll definitely do this again the next time I come to the Algarve.
Inaki H
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
An unforgettable experience exploring the Benagil caves and the various coves in the surrounding area. Highly recommended.
San F
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
In a word, it's magnificent—a very scenic drive along the coast. The funny tour guide gives you plenty of time to take photos. I highly recommend it.

What to bring

Carry a valid ID along with your digital or printed ticket.

Use waterproof cameras and mobile phones to protect them from splashes.

Carry a swimsuit if you plan to swim at Praia da Marinha.

Bring a sun hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the harsh sun.

Accessibility

This tour is not ideal for wheelchair users or visitors with back problems, or pregnant women.

Additional information

The starting point of your tour is Algarve Discovery.

Your guide will offer commentary in any of the four languages mentioned, based on which one you request.

The captain may adjust the route to see dolphins when they are nearby.

The swim stop will only be included if the weather conditions are favorable.

Boats are limited to a maximum of 23 people to ensure a small-group experience.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.