Look for common and bottlenose dolphins in their natural environment on a boat trip. Admire the dramatic landscape and sea caves of the Algarve coast.

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Duration 2.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Portuguese, Spanish

Highlights

Encounter dolphins in their natural environment
See the spectacular caves and rock formations of Portugal's southern coast
Travel on a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) so you can enter the caves

Full description

Hop in a RIB — a rigid inflatable boat — and enjoy two experiences along the coast of the Algarve. Watch dolphins in their natural environment. The most common species you'll find are the common dolphin and the bottlenose dolphin. Also, visit the stunning caves and other rock formations in the region, between Albufeira Marina and the famous Benagil cave or “Algar de Benagil”. Being aboard a RIB, you're guaranteed to be able to enter parts of the cave, unlike a tour in a catamaran.

Includes

Boat trip

Food and drinks

Not suitable for

Children under 3 years
People with back problems
People under 3 ft 6 in (110 cm)

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

Please check in 30 minutes prior to the activity start time at the local partner's reception in the Albufeira Marina.

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Important information

What to bring

Sunscreen
Jacket

Not allowed

Food and drinks
Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The local tour partner is not responsible for loss or damage of personal belongings during the activity and advises you to ensure their adequate protection.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 44 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.8/5
Transportation
4.9/5
Value for money
4.8/5

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Incredible! One of the best excursions I’ve ever been on across the world. Had an amazing dolphin viewing experience, once in a lifetime. And exploring the caves was epic, so beautiful. Our guide and captain were exceptional and from start to finish we had an amazing time. If you are in this area of Portugal this is a must do.

May 9, 2022

Amazing experience, very easy to book via the app. Given exact location of where to book in, toilet at the venue. Reception staff very nice. Boat and tour was beautifully executed. Felt very safe. Started off with a tour of the coast and then a message came in that they had spotted dolphins (obv no guarantee of this) and we saw a family of dolphins and it was amazing. The tour finished with some costal and rock/cave views. Tour guide spoke many different languages and was entertaining and pleasant. Would strongly recommend

March 14, 2022

Very good experience, the guides were super nice. A little quick observation of dolphins but at the same time it is not a zoo. Benagile cave a little crowded but the rest of the coast was quieter and more pleasant. Small group. It moves a little on the zodiac according to the waves.

July 19, 2021

Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

Albufeira: Dolphins, Benagil Caves and Coastline Boat Tour

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