Catamaran Trip from Portimão with Kayaking in the Benagil cave

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2.5 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 4 years-old and up
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From€30

On holiday in the Algarve? Don't miss the chance to explore the Portuguese coast by catamaran from Portimão and kayak into the Benagil cave!

You've probably already seen photos of the famous Benagil cave. This exceptional natural site in the Algarve is a must-see in Portugal! Accessible only by sea and famous for its immense rocky vault illuminated by natural light, the Benagil cave is easily accessible from Portimão by boat. As the catamaran used for this excursion does not allow you to enter the cave, this complete activity will take you to Albandeira beach by boat and then on to the Benagil cave by sea kayak to discover it in the best possible way.

Accessible to everyone from the age of 4, your catamaran excursion from Portimão begins in this sunny Algarve port town with your check-in. You will then receive a safety briefing and embark on a boat trip to Albandeira beach. A real hidden paradise, this beach between Carvoeiro and Armação de Pêra is less crowded than the other beaches in the area and offers a very pleasant, tranquil atmosphere.

Those who wish to do so can go sea kayaking from Albandeira beach to the Benagil cave. This part of the excursion is optional but highly recommended for a magical immersion in the Algarve's most famous cave! In total, it will take you around 1.5 hours to paddle to the Benagil cave. Along the way, you'll come across a number of caves that you can also visit with the information provided by your guide: Gruta do Capitão, Praia do Barraquinho, Gruta do Baraço and Praia da Marinha. Don't worry, if you're feeling tired and want to rest, the catamaran will always be nearby!

Perfect for discovering the Benagil cave by kayak, whatever your level, this catamaran excursion from Portimão is a great compromise between the comfort of a boat trip and the adventure of a sea kayak excursion! Don't hesitate to book for a magical experience under the Algarve sun during your stay in Portugal!

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Practical information

A 2.5 hour excursion by catamaran and kayak from Portimão to the Benagil cave.

  • The kayak excursion is optional.
  • The catamaran will always be alongside the kayaks. It will be close to the Benagil cave but not inside it (although it will be able to enter other caves).
Course of events

The kayak excursion is optional and you can take part in this activity by staying on the boat (book the "viewer" option). The catamaran will always be alongside the kayaks. In this activity, the catamaran will be close to the Benagil cave but not inside it.

  • Arrive 30 minutes before departure at Portimão marina for check-in.
  • Before the excursion begins, you will receive a safety briefing.
  • Board your catamaran for a trip to Albandeira beach. During the trip, the crew will teach you paddling techniques.
  • From Albandeira beach, you can paddle a kayak for around 1.5 hours to the Benagil cave and even go inside anothe cave.
  • Along the way, you'll come across a number of caves, which you can also visit with the help of your guide: Gruta do Capitão, Praia do Barraquinho, Gruta do Baraço and Praia da Marinha.
  • Of course, you can take breaks for a swim and if you get tired, you can easily return to the catamaran and relax on its deck.
  • If you don't take part in the kayaking tour, the trip to Benagil Cave is 30 minutes by boat.
  • Depending on the weather and sea conditions, there may be changes and some caves can be visited from inside the kayak and others from inside the boat.
  • Sail back to Portimão marina by catamaran.
Activity requirements

You must arrive 30 minutes before departure for check in.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

If you do not wish to take part in the kayak trip and stay on the boat, please book as a "viewer".

Only double kayaks are available for this trip. A child can sit between its parents on the kayak.

With the purchase of the ticket, Seasiren Tours is authorised to capture and distribute photographs taken as part of the event organised by Seasiren Tours and to which the ticket refers. If you do not authorise the taking and use of photographs and videos of your image, you must expressly declare this at the check-in desk.

This activity is not suitable for people with mental health problems or pregnant women.

The catamaran is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.

Pets are not allowed on board.

Meeting point:
Kiosk 2 SeaSiren Boat Tours - Marina de Portimão, Av. Rio Arade Quiosque nº 2, 8500-311 Portimão, Portugal
Spoken languages:English, Portuguese, Spanish
Included
  • Professional guide
  • Kayaking equipment (double kayak, paddle, jacket)
  • Neoprene wetsuit if necessary
  • Insurance
  • Video
Excluded
  • Pick-up to and from your hotel
Do not forget to bring
  • Hat or cap
  • Sun cream
  • Sunglasses
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel

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