Guided Tours

From Portimão: Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach Boat Tour

4.6/5(539)

Da C

Family

Verified booking

Last week

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.

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
Lotta D
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
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!
Da C
Family
Verified booking
Last week
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.
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.
Vanessa G
Family
Verified booking
Last week
I went with my family, and we loved the tour. The sights were spectacular, and Mauro and Martín were absolutely wonderful. They were very attentive and friendly! I recommend it 100%
João R
Family
Verified booking
Last week
The crew—André and Martim—were very attentive and caring; it was an excellent, fun tour, and they covered everything on the itinerary.

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.