Top Portimao Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

This is the ideal tour for travelers with limited time in the Algarve. Discover multiple highlights on one tour including Sagres, Lagos, and Silves. No need to book transport, as round-trip transportation is included. Travel with a small group in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan between dispersed sites. Highlights include Cape of St. Vincent, Fortress of Sagres and Ponta da Piedade cliffs. You can either have a scenic view of Ponta da Piedade or choose to upgrade and go on a boat tour to visit the grottoes.

Go inside a magical world on this guided Benagil Caves tour from Portimao. This tour travels by small boat into intriguing sea caves where you will discover ornate natural rock formations. In the Benagil Caves, admire some of the globe’s most unique beaches which will leave you breathless.

Get ready to explore the natural treasures of the Benagil Caves, hidden along the beautiful Algarve coast. Your 1-hour guided tour to Benagil will start in Armação de Pêra. Climb aboard a new and comfortable boat, where my friendly team and I will take you to discover the Algarve coast. Along the way to the Benagil Cave, we will pass through 10 more caves and about 15 wild beaches, many accessible only by the sea! The coast between Armação de Pêra and Benagil is simply beautiful and definitely worth the trip! Take your camera to capture the unique landscape of the Algarve region. The highlight of this tour will definitely be the incredible cave of Benagil. Make sure you don't miss out on this experience!

Explore the unique Algarve coastline on this 4-hour guided boat tour from Portimao. Select from a morning or afternoon departure and then enjoy highlights of the Algarve’s gorgeous waterfront at five different spots, each with inspiring scenery. Plus, you will learn some insightful history along the way.

Look inside the spectacular rock formations of the Benagil caves on a 2.5 hour comfortable catamaran cruise along the Algarve coast from Portimão. Stop for a swim at a heavenly beach and look for dolphins along the way.

With SecretAlgarve you will be able to enter and leave several caves at the foot of the Grotto of Benagil. Secretalgarve offers you the unique opportunity to go out in the grotto of Benagil to take pictures on Grotto beach (not allowed in usual visits with motorboats).

Go on an all-day sailing adventure along Portugal’s gorgeous Algarve coast. Embark from Portimão’s historic harbor and catch spectacular views of Ferragudo village, Caneiros beach, the Algar Seco rock formations, medieval forts, and the Roman Tower. Take an excursion to the incredible Benagil Caves, kick back on the boat deck or in the salon, and enjoy a drink or snack from the vessel’s bar.

Combine visits to two Algarve area wineries with a Portuguese lunch atop a mountain on this private tour from Portimao. With your guide and private group, learn about wine production in the region and taste some of the finest samples. Ascend the mountain range to a restaurant in the town of own of Monchique, where you enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch accompanied by epic views. This private tour ensures personalized attention for you and your party.

Get on board of one of our boats to explore the unique line coast that spreads between the city of Portimao and beautiful Praia da Marinha. It's famous from its rock formations, hidden beaches and misterious caves. We make the difference by entering most of the caves, with the special focus on Benagil Cave considered one of ten wonders of the world. The tour is operated by confortable boats equipped with the latest Yamaha motors and are small enough to enter the caves. Our highly skilled and entirely dedicated staff is always there to give you all the information. You can't miss this this tour, which is definitely a must-see for anyone visiting southern Portugal. We are waiting forward to having you on board!

This tour is the perfect way to appreciate the great outdoors and natural beauty of the Algarve coastline. Save hours planning your itinerary and booking transport, and instead enjoy a day where everything is organized for you. You’ll board your boat in Portimão, and then set sail. See multiple fishing villages, pass beautiful beaches, and visit incredible caves such as Benagil, and Alfanzina. A day full of adventures, with access to incredible landscapes.

New: we have the "Clean & Safe Certificate" from Turismo de Portugal (safe and protected against the risk of contagion). Get ready to explore the natural treasures of Benagil Cave hidden along the beautiful Algarve coast. Your 1 hour guided Benagil Boat Tour will start from Armação de Pêra. Come aboard a new and comfortable boat where our Captain and our friendly crew will take you to discover this incredible coastline. Along the way, we will pass through 10 more caves and about 15 wild beaches, many only accessible by the sea! The coastline between Armação de Pêra and Benagil is simply beautiful and definitely worth the trip! Make sure you bring your camera to capture the unique landscape of this region. The highlight of this tour will definitely be the incredible Benagil cave. Be sure not to miss out!

Discover the wonders of Eastern Algarve by going on a small-group day trip. By traveling in a smaller group, you’ll have a more personalized experience without feeling your trip is overcrowded. Enjoy roundtrip transport, traveling comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll see the quaint village of Olhão and it’s market, the pretty town of Tavira, and have a guided walking tour of Faro’s old town and cathedral or an optional boat trip in Ria Formosa lagoon.

Explore the Algarve’s coastal highlights on this boat tour from Portimão. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and hop aboard your vessel. Admire rock formations, beaches, and the Fort of São João do Arade en route to your first destination: the extraordinary Benagil Sea Cave. Next, head to the Praia da Marinha: widely considered one of the country’s most beautiful beaches, thanks to its rugged cliffs and arches. On warm days, you can even go for a dip in the turquoise waters.

Tour provided by a “Clean and Safe“ certified company. Certificate issued by “Turismo de Portugal” We will start this magnificent journey in Portimão. Our team will be waiting for you at the pier of Clube Naval de Portimão or picking you up in our comfortable and air-conditioned minibuses to take you to where you board the boat. After a warm welcome, our staff will explain some security procedures. Then, we will start our journey towards the famous Benagil Cave. Along the way, we will see churches, castles, beautiful caves, scary caves and hear old stories. Hopefully we get to see the dolphins – All our vessels are equipped with VHF Radio and will be operating in the same channel as the dolphin watching boats so if they are spotted, which is very frequent in our coast, and they are within 2 nautical miles we will take you to see them. It will be a fantastic, funny and interesting trip, which is much more than a boat trip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h50JNCzmyLg&t=

Escape the crowds and hassle of group tours on this private tour to the Bengagil Caves for just you and your party. And, traveling in a small boat, get deeper into the caves and grottoes than is possible for most. Leave from the historic harbor of Portimão and follow the Rio Arade to the Atlantic, passing fishing villages, medieval forts, lighthouses, and beaches on your way to the caves.

Marvel at the world famous cave of the Algar de Benagil and the stunning beaches of Carvoeiro and Praia da Marinha with the help of a skilled and friendly local guide.

Discover the most beautiful and hidden path in Europe by bike with B-Tours Adventures, where only the guide knows the best paths to follow and knows the access to incredible places and the best views to take pictures.

Visit the impressive rocky cliffs of the Algarve coast and its most spectacular cave on a 2-hour boat ride that will take you to unique hidden beaches.

This trip starts from Marina de Portimão and it sails until Marinha Beach, visiting about 20 caves along the coast of which stands out the famous Grotto of Benagil that is among the ten natural wonders of the world. Cave Captain located at in the Marina Portimão (5 Gold Anchors and Blue Flag), bets on the experience of the Captain and the safety of guests! Venture to navigate with the Cave Captain and visit the famous Grotto of Benagil that is among the ten natural wonders of the world. This trip stars from Marina de Portimão and it sails until Marinha Beach. The trips last an average of 2 hours on the beaches and paradisiacal caves, it includes a stop for the guests to refresh themselves! Guests will be the right to snorkel with the appropriate equipment, followed by a toast on board with champagne or soda.  

Jeep Safari # 1 in the Algarve If it’s fun, excitement and adventure you’re looking for.....then look no further! Let us take you off the beaten track… but straight into the heart of the Algarve! Traveling in a convoy of jeeps we go up hills and down dales, crossing streams and traversing meadows. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of an area almost untouched by time. Our journey will take us along winding earthen tracks to some the most fascinating places in the Algarve. In tiny white-washed villages where time seems to have stood still you can see some of the old customs still in practice. We will visit a small local distillery where the brave can sample “medronho” - a very potent local drink and where you can see honey being made in the age old way. The day includes a full, delicious lunch served in a typical restaurant.

Enjoy the ultimate action-packed day of adventures by going on this combination of a Benagil cave tour, snorkeling, and cliff-jumping. You’ll have a stress-free day of fun, with a full itinerary planned out for you. Travel comfortably aboard a sightseeing cruise, and pass by roughly 20 different caves and beaches along the coast. The highlight of the day is the impressive Algar de Benagil, which can only be accessed by water.

During this full day cruise you can savour the stunning views offered by one of Europe’s most impressive coastlines. We depart from Portimão passing the pretty fishing village of Ferragudo and the historic castle which overlooks the beach. We cruise at ease towards the east, to Benagil. Cruising towards the grottoes at Benagil, here our small boats will take you into different grottoes, where you will find natural rock formations. We anchor and transport the guests onto the beach, where you can soak in the sun. In the meantime the crew prepares a delicious BBQ on the beach (bread, salad, mixed grill, red or white wine, water, orange squash) Travelling back we pass some of the beautiful, secluded cove beaches around Carvoeiro. Pick Up service costs: Alvor & Praia da Rocha- 6€ per person Carvoeiro & Ferragudo- 8€ per person

Half day sailing cruise through the coastline of Benagil, Carvoreiro and Praia da Rocha. Witness the stunning views of ancient caves, golden rock formations and amazing pristine beaches. Enjoy the magic of sailing, go for a swim and use the onboard activities like SUP and snorkelling.

Gain a new perspective on the Algarve with this intimate small-group Stand Up Paddle (SUP) tour. Learn how to SUP before exploring some of the most beautiful and hard-to-access hidden beaches and rock formations of the Algarve, including the famous Benagil Cave. You’ll be accompanied at all times by a local instructor and tour guide.