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Small Group Paddleboard Tour to the Benagil Cave with 4K Photos

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Portimao, Portugal

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Overview

Begin at Carvalho's Hidden Gem: Your journey begins at the breathtaking and secluded Carvalho's Beach, enveloped by limestone cliffs and accessible through a historic tunnel

Expertly Guided Paddle Board Adventure: Our experienced guides, EGAS, CAIO or FRANCISCO, ensuring safety and excitement as you explore the most breathtaking caves, sinkholes, and natural formations along the Algarve coastline.

Intimate Group Experience: Join our small group tours, capped at 12 participants, for a personalized adventure

Escape the Crowds: Experience the tranquility of Carvalho's Beach, just 5 minutes away from the bustling Benagil Beach

Complimentary 4K Photo Memories: Capture your memories in stunning detail with complimentary 4K photos taken at Portugal's famed Benagil cave through out the tour

Visit all the Landmarks of the region, Carvalho's beach, Benagil beach, Benagil cave, Marinha beach and many more hidden caves

What's Included

  • Stop at the Cave
  • Insurance
  • 4K Photos
  • Gratuities
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R. de Algarve Clube Atlântico H11
Carvoeiro, Portugal

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Carvalho Beach

We start of at the calm and secluded Carvalho beach where we'll do a briefing on safety & instructions. To access the beach we go Down a ancient Carved Tunnel in the Rock. Here we can see the Rock tower off carvalho's waters and it's bending limestone walls
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Praia De Benagil (pass by)

After getting out of Carvalho's we visit some hidden Caves along the way, and after that we reach the buzzling Benagil beach where we can observe the village fishing historic past.
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Benagil Cave

Then, just right after the Benagil beach, we reach the famous Benagil Cave, where we'll stop to take some beautiful photos at the famous "sinkhole" with historic, geologic and Ecological insights on the region of Algarve. After the guides explanations, you can explore the cave by yourself, or follow the guide to some cool hidden fossils. After 30 min ir so, we continue our adventure, and get out of the cave with the guide's assistance
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Praia da Marinha

After getting out of the Benagil Cave, we paddle along towards Marinha beach, and in the way, we enter and visit more hidden caves and "Sinkholes" When we get to Marinha Beach , We pass underneath the famous Arches of Marinha, and stop for Great photos Then we paddle direction Carvalho's Beach
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Leixão das Gaivotas

If we still have time, depending on the group, we go for a visit at the "Island of the smuggler". Here we enter a gigantic tunnel inside this rock formation, and we observe 2 beautiful holes in the ceiling, wich we call the "the blue eyes" photos will be taken
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Farol de Alfanzina/Alfanzina lighthouse (pass by)

After getting out of the Tunnel of "Island of the Smuggler" we can observe the lighthouse in all its glory. And then we head back to the beach wich is just 5 minutes away from this point.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Small Group Paddleboard Tour to the Benagil Cave with 4K Photos?

A: If 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. Read more Feb 2023

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What's Included

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  • Stop at the Cave
  • Insurance
  • 4K Photos
  • Wetsuits if cold
  • Paddle board, Paddles and lifevest
  • Dry Bags for essential equipment
  • Guide
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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