Speedboat tour through the Benagil Sea Caves, from Lagos

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Discover some of the most beautiful sea caves on the Algarve Coast, learn the area's natural history, and look out for dolphins in this speedboat ride.

Discover some of the most beautiful sea caves on the Algarve Coast, learn the area's natural history, and look out for dolphins in this speedboat ride.

As you board one of the speedboats, specially designed so that they can pass through caves and grottoes in the Atlantic Ocean, you can enjoy the scenery, the sea and the sea breeze as you sail out to the beautiful Benagil Sea Caves.

Upon arrival at the meeting point, you will meet the driver and expert guide who will accompany you on this great adventure. Once you have been given a safety briefing, where you will learn that it is not possible to get off the boat at any time during the tour, and have been provided with your life jacket, you will start your journey along the coast of Lagos, Carvoeiro and finally arrive at Benagil, where you will enjoy magnificent views of caves and grottoes that have been created over millennia by the sea and its breeze.

The expert guide will give you an explanation of the natural history of the places you will visit, making this not only a relaxing experience, but a great opportunity to learn about one of the best landscapes of the Portuguese coast.

While sailing, you may encounter the dolphins in the area. If this is the case, and they are less than 3 miles away, the boat driver will try to approach them enough for you to see them up close.

Take the opportunity to see the wonderful rocky coastline on this boat ride from Lagos to Benagil.

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Practical information

Course of events

- You should arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour to check in with the team.

- Then, in a group of maximum 12 people, you will board a boat specially designed to enter the caves and grottoes that larger boats cannot navigate.

- You will travel a distance of about 12 nautical miles, from Lagos to the coast of Carvoeiro and Benagil, passing through caves, grottoes and wonderful natural landscapes, while an expert guide explains historical facts about this natural region.

- In case of dolphin sightings, a common occurrence on this tour, the boat will try to get close to them, as long as they are less than 3 miles away, so that you can observe them up close.

- Each adventure on this tour will be different, given that the tides and weather will determine which caves and grottoes you will be able to visit. Additionally, you will not be able to get off the boat in the caves, as it is forbidden by law.

- With all this in mind, be prepared for what will surely be an incredible trip, where you will be able to see the natural wonders that make themselves available to you before returning to the meeting point and continuing your day in Lagos.

Activity requirements

The minimum age for this activity is: 5

All children must be accompanied by an adult

Special terms

This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people, it will not be available for children under the age of 5 either.

Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

Since wildlife is unpredictable, the presence of dolphins is never guaranteed.

You may encounter spray or a bumpy ride so for security and safety reasons you cannot leave the boat at any time.

Meeting point:
Marina of Lagos, Gate ‘Passeios de Barco / Boat Trips’, Next to the white gate in front of the Amuras Bar.
Spoken languages:Portuguese, English
Included
  • Lifejacket
  • Live guided tour
  • Safety briefing
  • Entry to Benagil Caves
  • Waterproof jackets in case of bad weather
  • One driver and one guide per boat
Excluded
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips
Do not forget to bring
  • Weather appropriate clothing

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