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Benagil: Benagil Caves Kayaking Experience

1. Benagil: Benagil Caves Kayaking Experience

Be at one with nature with this environmentally-friendly kayaking experience, and explore along the coast and inside several caves of Benagil.   Begin at Benagil beach, from where you will be run through an introduction on kayaking, and the safe management of your kayak once inside the caves. Afterward, kayak to the Golden Beach of Marinha. On the way, you will enter several small and big caves. On the return journey, take a 20-minute stop at the beach inside the Benagil Cave for some unforgettable pictures. Go inside several big and small caves near the Benagil Cave and learn from your guide about the formation, surrounding nature and natural life.

Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

2. Portimão: Kayak Tour of Benagil Caves

Enjoy a cruise along the Algarve coast to the Benagil Caves where you'll have the opportunity to explore the caves by kayak. Your catamaran will depart from the Marina of Portimão. Aboard, the crew will brief you on the kayak equipment and kayaking skills. You'll cruise along the coast to Albandeira Beach. From the beach, you'll paddle to the Benagil Caves. Along the way, you'll have the chance to visit other caves and enjoy the golden coast. Your experienced guide will point out local landmarks and direct you to the most interesting spots including the impressive Captain’s Cave, Barraquinho Beach, Baraço Cave, and the world famous Marinha Beach. There's even time for a quick swim. If you get tired, you can always get back on board the catamaran for a rest, before heading back to the marina. Your catamaran has toilets, comfortable seats, and a professional crew. If you don't feel like kayaking and just want to enjoy the views from the catamaran, you're welcome on this tour, too.

From Algarve: Benagil Beach Double Kayak Rental

3. From Algarve: Benagil Beach Double Kayak Rental

Visit the spectacular caves and desert beaches of the Benagil area with a double kayak rental. Admire the Algarve's main attractions from the water, such as the Benagil Caves and pristine beaches. You will see breathtaking rock formations, including the famous Benagil Caves. Paddle the kayaks and enter the caves to see the area at your own pace. During your kayak ride, spot some of the Algarve's local fish and sea birds of the region. You can take photos while marveling at the scenic beauty of the area.

Benagil Beach: Standup Paddle Board and Kayak Rental

4. Benagil Beach: Standup Paddle Board and Kayak Rental

Discover the Algarve coast like a local, with a rented standup paddle board or a kayak. Take your time and enjoy a full day out at sea or keep it short and sweet and head out with a specific agenda — the choice is yours. See the caves, cliffs, and hidden beaches the Algarve is famous for. Paddle into coves and up to beaches, deciding to spend as much or as little time at each location. Jump into the clear turquoise waters for a cooling dip whenever you feel like it, before continuing on your active journey. Learn a new skill or hone your previous knowledge, either way prior knowledge of how to use a standup paddle board or kayak is not necessary as they're very stable and safe. Feel the waves beneath you and marvel at the colorful fish swimming underwater. This activity is the perfect day out to enjoy the Algarve's pristine nature.

Armação de Pêra: Benagil Caves Guided Boat Tour

5. Armação de Pêra: Benagil Caves Guided Boat Tour

Explore Benagil from the deck of a boat on a cruise with a guide. See the Rock Lady Chapel and the Paria Nova Tunnel, and learn where the Echo Cave got its name. Board at the typical fisherman's beach of Armação de Pêra and begin your cave exploration. Sail with your captains and guides to the 15 top caves between Armação de Pêra and Alfanzina lighthouse. Sail by the beaches of Lagoa and looming rock formations. Visit the Rock Lady Chapel and marvel at the Praia Nova Tunnel. Next, head to the Praia da Cova Redonda and Praia da Marinha. Stop to admire the Marinha Arches, the Yellow Submarine, and the Albandeira Arch. Continue to the iconic Captain's Cave, the famous Benagil Cave, the sonorous Echo Cave, and the calming Paradise Cave.

Benagil: Kayaking Adventure in Benagil Caves & Marinha Beach

6. Benagil: Kayaking Adventure in Benagil Caves & Marinha Beach

Join your guide for a stand-up paddle or kayak tour and discover parts of the coastline that can't be reached by traditional tour vessels. Your experienced local guide will take you through the calm and clear waters of the ocean, where you will visit the famous Benagil Cave. At the start of the tour, you'll meet your guide near the beautiful Benagil beach. After a quick check-in, you'll begin your tour with a visit to the famous Benagil Cave. Then you'll paddle your way through the coastline. Along the way, you'll discover hidden gems and secluded beaches, and make stops for swimming in the ocean. Join and discover the beauty of the Algarve coastline in a unique and unforgettable way. Take the opportunity to explore the coastline and its hidden gems.

Benagil: Benagil Cave SUP Tour from Carvalho Beach

7. Benagil: Benagil Cave SUP Tour from Carvalho Beach

The tour will start at the magnificent Carvalho beach. A small beach totally surrounded and protected by its limestone cliffs where the access is through a tunnel carved by the older generations of the area. From there, you will get your stand up paddle board and depart on an unforgettable ride with a guide. First, you'll see the most breathtaking caves, “algars” and natural formations always with one of our guides taking the lead, making sure that everybody is safe and having the most fun. You'll see around 10 caves and during the experience and enter in about 5! We drop off inside at the most famous cave of Portugal, the “Algar” of Benagil. There, you’re gonna have the chance to feel its mighty energy and relax. Gopro10 photos will be taken and delivered to you We intend to take small groups on our tours (maximum 10 people), so we can develop a closer relation with you and make sure that everyone has the attention that is needed. Additionally, we will get away from the typical confusion of the high season by doing a route that is way calmer and most of the people don’t know about. One of the main goals is to give you a calm, fun and relaxing experience so you won’t forget Algarve and the BrotheRootz spirit and way of living. We will finish our journey, once again, at Carvalho beach.

Benagil 2h Stand Up Paddle Tour

8. Benagil 2h Stand Up Paddle Tour

Algarve has some of the most beautiful beaches and sea caves in Europe. Your tour guide and SUP-certified instructor will give you all the basic techniques before you head into the ocean, showing you all the rules and safety points. Once in the water, your instructor will guide you to some amazing and hidden areas which will provide you a new vision of the Algarve Coast as you travel a course around Benagil. You'll explore the Algar de Benagil, which is the most famous of all the sea caves of the Algarve and looks just as beautiful in real life as it looks in pictures. The only way to stop and walk around the cave is to enter by paddling, however there is so much more to see along the coast of the Algarve than just the Algar de Benagil. The entire coastline is beautiful and is full of stunning sea caves, tunnels, and cliffs. During the tour you will get to know many of these areas which are only accessible by sea. At the conclusion of your tour, some water will be provided as you are returned to your point of origin.

Portimão: Private Benagil Caves Catamaran and Kayak Tour

9. Portimão: Private Benagil Caves Catamaran and Kayak Tour

Visit some of the Algarve’s best-kept secrets throughout an epic coastal adventure. Discover hidden caves and coves that are inaccessible by boat, and soak up the magic of these natural landscapes. The tour departs from the Portimão Marina on a catamaran, sailing along the stunning coastline towards Farol Alfanzina. Upon arrival, begin your 1.5-hour kayak experience to the stunning Benagil Caves. From your unique vantage point, soak up breathtaking views of the Algarve’s golden shoreline and local landmarks. Highlights of the tour include Albandeira Beach, Captain’s Cave, Barraquinho Beach, Baraço Cave, and Marinha Beach. There’s also time for a refreshing swim to cool off from the heat. If you get tired, hop back onboard the catamaran at any time for a rest. The catamaran is equipped with all the necessities for your exploration, including a toilet and comfortable seating. At the end of your unforgettable adventure, marvel at the last of the coastal views before arriving back to the marina.

Carvoeiro: Carvalho Beach SUP Rental

10. Carvoeiro: Carvalho Beach SUP Rental

You will meet us in the Parking lot of Carvalho beach and all the equipment needed will be provided to you Get on the board and paddle from Carvalho beach to your destiny Explore freely around benagil area and visit everything you want within the time you rented Return to Carvalho beach for board delivery after the rented time

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4.2 / 5

based on 26 reviews

Wow! This was our favorite experience on our entire two week trip in Portugal. Our guide was very friendly and went above and beyond to make sure our group had a wonderful kayaking experience. We even got to see a few extra caves not normally visited as our group was small and it was off season for most tourists. He was highly focused on our safety while also ensuring we didn’t miss out on prime photo opportunities. Can’t recommend Secrete Algarve more!

Amazing experience! Loved it so much and was the best thing we did visiting Albufeira. The views were outstanding, the experience was really fun and the caves were incredible. Definitely worth the money and would do this again.

Had a great experience. First tour we did got cancelled due high waves but we were so glad we came back for a second try. Benagil Algar was what we came for but ended up seeing so many more incredible caves and cliffs.

Experience of a lifetime kayaking around and into the cave. Guides knowledgeable and safe. Highly recommend.

Our guides were very professional. The trip went smoothly without incident.