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From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

1. From Vilamoura: 2.5-Hour Benagil Cave and Dolphins Boat Tour

Meet your friendly crew at Vilamoura Marina and be welcomed aboard for your 2.5-hour tour to the Benagil Caves. Listen to your guide as they explain the highlights of your tour.  As you cruise along, see natural rock formations of the Algarve coastline. Pass by gorgeous beaches and impressive caves. If you're lucky you might even have the chance to see some wild dolphins. Once you arrive at the Benagil Caves, be amazed by their natural beauty. Don’t forget to bring your cameras, as the famous caves and grottos along the Algarve coast are the perfect motifs to take some amazing photos.

Vilamoura: Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry

2. Vilamoura: Benagil Cave Boat Tour with Entry

Explore the famous Benagil Caves from Vilamoura on a customized boat tour. Discover the stunning rock formations, beaches, and other sights with a chance to spot dolphins during the journey. You will depart from the Vilamoura Marina and your skipper will welcome you on board one of the 4 custom-built boats. Your skipper will travel along the stretch of the coast leading toward the Benagil Cave, where you will have the opportunity to view all the other stunning rock formations and secluded beaches along the way. Once at the Benagil Cave the boat will enter the caves safely and securely, so you can sit back, enjoy, and take in the beautiful views. This location is simply breathtaking and will make for many perfect photo opportunities. This cave tour will visit many other beautiful locations en route, and your guide will aim to locate wild dolphins whenever possible.

Vilamoura: Guided Sightseeing Cruise with Beach BBQ & Drinks

3. Vilamoura: Guided Sightseeing Cruise with Beach BBQ & Drinks

A 7h30 activity on a sailing catamaran where you will visit the coast and rock formations between Vilamoura Marina and Benagil Cave, and enjoy a barbecue on a isolated beach where you can enjoy nautical activities such as stand up paddle and snorkelling. Due to the vessel having a mast with 20 meters high, visit to the caves will be limited, considering this characteristic. You’ll transfer to a dinghy and then disembark at a secluded beach that’s inaccessible by land. Enjoy a variety of recreational activities, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy a unique meal prepared by the crew. During your time at the beach, you will have water and beach sports equipment available, including stand-up paddle boards, snorkeling equipment, and balls, rackets, and other beach games. After a BBQ lunch, you will have a couple of hours to relax and enjoy the deserted beach and the calm, translucent sea.

Dolphin Safari and Cave Tour in Vilamoura

4. Dolphin Safari and Cave Tour in Vilamoura

Depart from Vilamoura Marina and sail out to sea in search of beautiful dolphins in their natural habitat. Bottlenose and common dolphins are 2 species that visit this stretch of the southern Algarve and they can often be viewed along the coast. No creature touches the hearts of more people than intelligent, friendly and playful dolphins. Their delightful personality is sure to make you smile like a child.  This is an eco tour that aims to protect the beautiful species and their natural environment for future generations. This trip is purpose-built for dolphin watching and will get you as close as possible to the amazing creatures. Then, head to some caves and rock formations for a look at the Algarve's geological landscape, before cruising back along the coast. 

Algarve: Aquashow Park Entry Tickets

5. Algarve: Aquashow Park Entry Tickets

Book your day ticket for Aquashow Park, Portugal’s largest and most popular water and thematic park. Enjoy numerous attractions and leisure areas scattered throughout the park with an outdoor swimming pool, children's spaces, slides, restaurants, and bars. Find a variety of slides for all ages, including 32-meter-high Kamikaze slides for the sensation of surfing on a big wave, the Speed Race where you can compete with other guests, the White Fall which invites the bravest for a unique slide, and the Wild Snake for a ride into the dark. If you're visiting with little ones, take them to the mini-park world for a fun and safe experience with slides and other water attractions. Relax in the swimming pool, jacuzzi, or in green areas with sunbeds. Try one of the park's main attractions, the wave pool, simulating real sea waves. Find the biggest Water Coaster in Europe, reaching a maximum speed of 70 kilometers per hour. Go on the thematic Air Race ride that has you sitting inside a real airplane doing aerobatics and stunts. Another top thematic attraction is the Top Swing, a 12-meter high pendulum that gives you a 110-degree spin. Head to the show area to enjoy shows featuring birds of prey, exotic birds, and reptiles. Once you've worked up an appetite, go to one of the snack bars or BBQs. You can also find a small souvenir shop, changing rooms, lockers, and other facilities.

Parasailing Vilamoura

6. Parasailing Vilamoura

This parasailing Vilamoura boat trip experience lasts for about an hour on the boat and 8-10 minutes in the air flying in the parachute. Come and join aboard a state of the art custom built Cherokee boat and have an unforgettable parasailing flying experience from your parachute in the sky as you cruise along the Algarve coastline from the Vilamoura Marina. Sit back and relax, enjoy this parasailing experience and take in the breathtaking views of the beautiful beaches and cliffs along the coast of the Algarve. For the braver ones, have a dip in the Atlantic Ocean Sea while sitting comfortably in your parasailing parachute. Be thrilled as you’re gently lifted off the deck of this custom built parasailing vessel and up to 200m into the air! In the distance you have the whole view of the Vilamoura and Quarteira beach line with it’s beautiful golden sands.

Albufeira: Jet Ski Rental

7. Albufeira: Jet Ski Rental

Feel the adrenaline rush through your veins while you speed over the crystal clear waters in front of the coast on a jet ski. . Feel the thrill as you navigate the pristine waters and enjoy the support of an instructor beforehand. Meet your instructor for a safety briefing and learn the basics of handling a jet ski. Put on your life vest and go have fun in our closed but big circuit at rocha baixinha beach Glide over the waves in a Yamaha VX Sport 1100, and soak up the breathtaking views of Albufeira from the water. Spark your adrenaline as you bump along the waves or opt for a relaxing ride along the coast. Enjoy the support and guidance of dedicated staff throughout the experience and share the adventure with friends and family on a two-person jet ski.

Quarteira: Benagil Cave Guided Catamaran Day Cruise & Drink

8. Quarteira: Benagil Cave Guided Catamaran Day Cruise & Drink

Starting from Vilamoura Marina direction to Benagil cave. During the trip you can see our beautiful Algarvian coast line accompanied by a fantastic team that will show you different caves and their names. Upon arriving in Benagil, you will visit the interior of this famous cave where you can take fantastic photos and make an album to remember later. On the way back you are offered a drink and if you want you can buy more at our bar. Stop for those who want to swim. There may be some restriction if the skipper considers it best for his security, such as changes in weather and sea. Chances to see dolphins... Return at Vilamoura Marina

Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

9. Albufeira: MiniGolf Adventure Park Entry Ticket

Located in the heart of Albufeira, MiniGolf Adventure Park promises fun and entertainment to all who visit. With unique facilities, the conditions are perfect for you to perfect your game. Work your way around the 20-hole course, with magnificent waterfalls in the background. If you have never played mini-golf before, now is your chance to learn. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings while relaxing and having fun with family and friends.

Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

10. Loulé: TechSalt’s Rock-Salt Mine Tour

Enjoy a guided visit to the TechSalt salt mine and learn about geology, the history of the mine, and the rock salt mining economy of the area. Descend to a depth of 230 meters under the city of Loulé as you are escorted along an underground route. Discover more about the evolution of rock salt mining processes as well as the economic importance of the mine in the region. Admire the vast chambers of ancient rock formations, some of which date back over 230 million years.

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4.5 / 5

based on 2,506 reviews

A must see for all travellers. A vast mine 750ft deep. Well ventilated and lit and no cramped spaces. The guide Alex was fantastic and had exceptional knowledge around how the mine operates. I'd definitely recommend this tour as it's something out of the ordinary and a fascinating sight

Very good tour. Stunningly beautiful rocks and coastline line view from speedboat. Paulo was a good guide, liked his sense of humour. Will highly recommend.

Activity which worth the money I've paid. very friendly driver and cool views of the Algarve coast. recommended

Amazing Boat driver and guide both amazing people Had great time

Amazing the best day just wonderful totally recommend x