Guide on a fast RIB speedboat during a dolphin watching trip

Pod of dolphins swimming at the surface of the sea

Aerial view of a boat inside a sea cave on the Algarve coast

Boat at the entrance of a sea cave on the Algarve coast

Dolphins & caves · Albufeira Marina

Dolphins and Benagil caves by speedboat

A small-group RIB speedboat trip from Albufeira Marina to search for wild dolphins offshore and see the famous Benagil cave and the golden cliffs from the water. Up to 18 guests, about 2 hours 30.

✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours✓ Pay a 25% deposit today⏱ About 2 h 30💬 English, Portuguese, Spanish👥 Small group, up to 18

About this activity

About 2 h 30On the water

Up to 18 guestsSmall group RIB

Dolphins and cavesTwo highlights in one trip

Child pricesBabies under 2 free

Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before for a full refund

25% depositRest paid on the day

Highlights

Search for wild dolphins in the open Atlantic
See the Benagil cave and the sea caves from the water
Fast RIB speedboat with a small group
Expert skipper and guide on board

Full description

This is the classic Albufeira sea trip in one go: dolphins and caves. You leave Albufeira Marina on a fast RIB speedboat and head offshore, where the skipper looks for the common and bottlenose dolphins that feed off the Algarve coast.

On the way back the boat follows the cliffs east towards Benagil, passing sea caves, arches and hidden beaches. With a maximum of 18 guests, everyone has a good view and space to take photos.

Included

Boat trip of about 2 h 30
Skipper and guide
Life jackets
Dolphin watching and cave visit

Not included

Food and drinks
Transport to the marina
Landing on Benagil beach

Not suitable for

Pregnant women
People with back or neck problems
People with reduced mobility
Babies on fast boats unless the operator agrees

Meeting point

Check in 30 minutes before departure at the operator’s desk at Albufeira Marina. We send the exact desk with your confirmation.

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Important information

What to bring

Swimwear and a towel
Sun cream and a hat
Sunglasses with a strap
A light jacket for the morning or evening

Not allowed

Outside alcohol
Glass bottles
Large bags

Know before you go

Check in 30 minutes before departure
Children under 16 must be with an adult
RIB trips can be bumpy in choppy seas
Dolphins are wild animals, so sightings are very likely but cannot be guaranteed
Since 2024 boats are not allowed to land on Benagil beach. You see the cave from the water, and sea conditions decide how close the boat can go
Trips depend on sea and weather. If the operator cancels, you get a new date or a full refund