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Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour

4.8 (287 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation
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Benagil & Marinha Boat Tour

About this activity

The Benagil Express Gold Tour last's 2hours, and departs from Portimão, heading eastwards. You pass the castle of S. João do Arade at Ferragudo and head out to sea, following the coastline of cliffs and coves, passing the amazing rock formations at Boneca and Algar Seco, past the beaches of Carvoeiro, Centeanes and Carvalho, before coming to Benagil where you can see one of the most famous sea caves. All along the route, the Benagil Express takes you into 10 or 12 different caves (depending on the sea and weather conditions), all stunning in their natural beauty. Past Benagil, time to see the gorgeous sea arches at Praia da Marinha, considered one of the most picturesque beaches in Europe and to enjoy a refreshing dip in the sea, if you wish.(Swimming subjecto to sea conditions)

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 16 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Portuguese, English
Operated by
Benagil Express ®

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Shared tour
  • Included: Driver/guide
  • Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • Included: Comfortable boat and new generation life jackets.

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch not included

Itinerary

  1. Praia do Carvoeiro

    Passing by

    The tour is made along the coast, passing by the famous Praia do Carvoeiro considered in 2018 the «Best Beach in Europe» by the European Best Destination,

  2. Algar de Benagil

    5 min

    If the sea conditions allow we completelly enter the Algar de Benagil, i.e. the famous Benagil cave.

  3. Praia da Marinha

    10 min

    We will surround the famous Archs of Praia da Marinha, where we stop for a swim in the hot summer days (if sea conditions will alow).

  4. Carvalho Beach

    Passing by

    Spectacular Small Beach with stunning scenery and crystal clear water.

  5. Ferragudo

    Passing by

    Ferragudo is one of the most beautiful silhouettes of a seaside village to be found in the entire Algarve. A fishing village with the most idyllic images of this coast of Lagoa.

  6. Praia Grande

    Passing by

    Praia Grande is located in the parish of Ferragudo, municipality of Lagoa, in the Algarve, in Portugal. This beach is located on the estuary of the river Arade at the entrance to the port of Portimão, east of the Castle of São João de Arade, which can also be seen from the boat.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Benagil Express está localizado no Edifício Portisub, no Clube Naval de Portimão, junto ao Museu de Portimão.

End point

  • Benagil Express está localizado no Edifício Portisub, no Clube Naval de Portimão, junto ao Museu de Portimão.

Using your ticket

  • Not recommended for pregnant women

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

Valid from the time of first use, for the duration selected.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

  • For your tour you should bring: hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, clothing according the season and of course, your camera to capture these memorable moments of your holiday in the Algarve.

  • The company is not to be held responsible in case of loss or damage of personal items or values

  • In case of ripples or bad weather the tours will be suspended or canceled. Please ask us the day before or the day itself if the tours are taking place. First the safety and then the adventure.

Traveller ratings

4.8 out of 5 · 287 reviews
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