Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave
See the Algarve from a new perspective on a cruise along the coast. Admire stunning sea caves and rock formations like the Benagil Cave.
Search for dolphins and other marine life off the coast of the Algarve on a 2h30 cruise by boat. Explore sea caves, including the Benagil Cave, enjoy close ocean animal encounters, and swim next to beautiful beaches. Depart from the Marina de Albufeira and head towards Carvoeiro Beach enjoying the breathtaking landscapes, pleasant weather, and crystal-clear waters of Portugal's southern shore along the way.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dolphins are wild animals, which is why XRide does not guarantee their observation.
Stopping to swim depends on sea conditions and/or people with symptoms of seasickness.
Entry to the caves depends on maritime conditions regulated by the port authorities. As the entry to the caves is regulated by the port authorities, if the caves are closed there will be no refunds.
Please let us know if you are pregnant, in a wheelchair and/ or have reduced mobility.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Albufeira Marina
A 2h30 tour along the Algarve coast, starting at Albufeira marina and traveling around the coast, to the Benagil Cave. The tour includes a visit to the caves, rock formations, Dolphins observation and a brief stop for a refreshing swim.
Benagil
Visit the Benagil cave
What‘s Included
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Live commentary on board
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Dolphin Watching and Caves Cruise
Reviews
1,326 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good experience
IgorGrancan,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The day we did the excursion was very hot, but good experience and boat safely and in perfect condition.
Boat trip on Atlantic Ocean
Familie v,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Boat trip with cozy music. Went to sea looking for Dolphins, but unfortunately not found. Back along the rocks of Algarve sailed with explanations for each rock. Most rocks have names. We skipped the swim stop on December e1😉.
A very fun and enjoyable...
Basanta S,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A very fun and enjoyable boat ride. All the crew were very friendly and welcoming. We saw many beautiful caves and beaches and went inside some of them. An incredible experience and highly recommend it for everyone.
Amazing afternoon, and so informative
Louise W,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00So friendly, great staff and very welcoming, well organised. Thoughtful, kind. Made the afternoon and trip so enjoyable,
Great experience
Katarzyna L,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience seeing the cliffs and the Algarve caves. We have also went to look at the dolphins and we have managed to see them. The crew was very knowledgeable and could speak 4/5 languages which was impressive. Highly recommend
Slightly disappointed
Maria M,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Be aware very chilly on the ocean so take a jacket. Don’t count on going inside the caves or seeing dolphins. Apparently it’s very rare to see them and going inside caves depends on how the weather is.
Beautiful
Valerie Q,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very friendly team. Beautiful outing I recommend 100% Speaks great French because very rare
A great experience and adventure!
ChinHeng L,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did the noon excursion. Had a wonderful outing and was pleasantly rewarded with watching a pod of dolphins feeding. It was an enjoyable outing, both the dolphins watching and also the Benagil cave experience. The X ride team made our trip entertaining .and the 2 and half hours at sea worthwhile.
Great experience with lots of dolphins!
Lewis L,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It seemed this boat was the fastest and they knew where to go. Not a little raft or a giant tour boat. Just right. Knowledgeable staff. Friendly. We saw a pod of 60 dolphins. Seemed like that was a rarity, unit was very exciting for our group. Would absolutely recommend.
Great fun
Tracey T,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent trip - staff fun, polite, knowledgeable. Easy to book, easy to get to, x ride clearly marked when get to marina. Saw the dolphins which was an added bonus and the caves were amazing. Fun stories that went with the rock formationsx
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