Kayak Tour: Explore the coastal caves of Benagil
Overview
Get ready to enjoy a kayaking tour lasting about two hours, during which you will discover and explore various sea caves.
Tours are conducted in small groups to ensure participants get the most out of the experience.
Our journey begins at Marinha Beach—considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world—and concludes at Europe's most famous sea cave, the Benagil Cave.
Along the way, we will make stops to admire the coastline, hear local stories, take photos, and, conditions permitting, land on secluded beaches.
The tour ends back at the starting point, Marinha Beach, where you can choose to spend the rest of the day.
What's Included
- Paddles
- Life jackets
- Double kayak
- Security briefing
- Watertight bags to store personal belongings
- Personal accident and liability insurance
- Insurance for personal assets
Meeting Location
Estr. da Marinha 1
8400-407 Lagoa, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Get ready to discover and explore some of our region's most beautiful natural treasures!
Join us for a guided kayak tour along the coast, where we will explore various sea caves.
The tour begins at Praia da Marinha in Lagoa—considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world—and concludes at Europe's most famous cave, the Benagil Cave (Algar de Benagil), where we will have the opportunity to enter and admire it from within.
Along the way, we will make stops to take in the scenery, snap photos, and—conditions permitting—explore and land on secluded beaches.
We conduct our tours in small groups to ensure you get the most out of the experience.
The tour ends back at the starting point, Praia da Marinha, allowing you to spend the rest of the day enjoying the sandy beach and its crystal-clear waters.
Get ready for an incredible experience!
Note: The date and time of the experience may be subject to change due to sea conditions.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Disponibilizado breve briefing de canoagem
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-197497P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Shore Excursions’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Paddles.
- Life jackets.
- Double kayak.
- Security briefing.
- Watertight bags to store personal belongings.
- Personal accident and liability insurance.
- Insurance for personal assets.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kayak Tour: Explore the coastal caves of Benagil is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kayak Tour: Explore the coastal caves of Benagil will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Paddles
- Life jackets
- Double kayak
- Security briefing
- Watertight bags to store personal belongings
- Personal accident and liability insurance
- Insurance for personal assets
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Disponibilizado breve briefing de canoagem
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
