From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha
Overview
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The meeting point for our experience in front of the main gate of Faro Train Station at 7:50AM (all year) or 1:50PM (15 Feb. to 15 Oct.).
We will travel to Armação de Pera in our air-conditioned van to board the boat right on the beach.
The boat trip includes a visit to the arches of Praia da Marinha and the 10 surrounding caves and cliffs of the Benagil Coast: the Benagil Cave, the Pirates' Cave, the Crocodile Cave, the Crows' Cave, among others... The cliffs and Praia da Marinha are among the 40 most beautiful beaches in the world! Included in the Michelin guide.
With this scenery, the photos and videos will be simply incredible, and you will have the opportunity to create fantastic memories.
At Praia da Senhora da Rocha. There we can enjoy free time to sunbathe, enjoy the Algarve sea or go snorkeling. We provide a sun hat and snorkeling mask.
Finish with a visit to the Chapel of Lady of the Rock which is located on top of a cliff.
Return to Faro in our van.
What's Included
- Diving mask
- Van with air conditioning
- Umbrella
- Tour Guide
- Lunch Please bring water, small meals or drinks, flip-flops, a towel, a hat and some money.
- Backpack
- Flip-Flops. Please bring your flip flops to board the boat and if you want to go to the beach
- Luggage, Large Bags transportation not included
Meeting Location
Largo da Estação
8000-133 Faro, 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
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Largo da Estação
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Benagil
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Praia de Nossa Senhora da Rocha
1 hour 50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Capela da Nossa Senhora da Rocha
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- You'll be boarding a small boat on the beach shore. Please keep in mind that you’ll need a reasonable level of physical fitness, as it may involve wading through shallow water, stepping over the boat’s edge, and maintaining balance on an unstable surface
- Bring backpack with water and light food (e.g. sandwiches and fruit)
- If the weather is fine on the beach, please bring flip-flops, a swimsuit and a towel. not recommended for anyone subject to nausea and severe mobility
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha?
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Activity code: C-282024P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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.
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.
- Diving mask.
- Van with air conditioning.
- Umbrella.
- Tour Guide.
- Lunch. Please bring water, small meals or drinks, flip-flops, a towel, a hat and some money.
- Backpack.
- Flip-Flops. Please bring your flip flops to board the boat and if you want to go to the beach.
- Luggage, Large Bags transportation not included.
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 7. 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 From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- You'll be boarding a small boat on the beach shore. Please keep in mind that you’ll need a reasonable level of physical fitness, as it may involve wading through shallow water, stepping over the boat’s edge, and maintaining balance on an unstable surface
- Bring backpack with water and light food (e.g. sandwiches and fruit)
- If the weather is fine on the beach, please bring flip-flops, a swimsuit and a towel. not recommended for anyone subject to nausea and severe mobility
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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
- Diving mask
- Van with air conditioning
- Umbrella
- Tour Guide
- LunchPlease bring water, small meals or drinks, flip-flops, a towel, a hat and some money.
- Backpack
- Flip-Flops. Please bring your flip flops to board the boat and if you want to go to the beach
- Luggage, Large Bags transportation not included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- You'll be boarding a small boat on the beach shore. Please keep in mind that you’ll need a reasonable level of physical fitness, as it may involve wading through shallow water, stepping over the boat’s edge, and maintaining balance on an unstable surface
- Bring backpack with water and light food (e.g. sandwiches and fruit)
- If the weather is fine on the beach, please bring flip-flops, a swimsuit and a towel. not recommended for anyone subject to nausea and severe mobility
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
