Dolphins & Benagil Caves 3h Small-group tour with Biologist
Overview
An excellent service within the maritime tourism sector, we are a small family business of people passionate about the sea.
During 3h, our main objective is to give you 'the best day of your holiday'
Learn about the marine species sighted, from a biologist and multilingual guide.
Venture out into open sea and keep eyes peeled searching for cetaceans.
Experience an unforgettable
moment as dolphins may play and swim around the boat.
Travel into the heart of Benagil Cave and many other stunning rock formations.
Enjoy swimming in the blue sea and crystalline water at a tranquil bay.
We are licensed (AOC/27/2023) and trained for a responsible Cetaceans observation activity. We follow local legislation & code of conduct to ensure that our activity has the least possible impact, preserving the well-being of dolphins and the integrity of the ecosystem. Wild dolphin can't be summoned or controlled in nature, but we have 98% success rate in sightings.
Pet Friendly - Our mascot comes on board on most tours. If you have any objections, or want to bring a pet, please contact us.
What's Included
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
4FRM+W4
8400 Parchal, 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
This tour combines 2 unforgettable experiences in 1: Looking for dolphins in their natural habitat and seeing the famous Benagil Cave and other rock formations along the Algarve Coast from Parchal, Lagoa to Benagil.
The tour lasts up to 3 hours and the itinerary may vary depending on the location of the dolphins. Count on a family-friendly, good-humored and experienced team who will share their passion, information and interesting facts about the marine species and rock formations observed.
The most commonly sighted cetacean species are the common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) and the bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). Although this tour depends on Nature, it is a team effort with other companies equally accredited by the ICNF (Institute for Nature and Forest Conservation), thus maximizing the possibilities of sightings.
We also saw several seabirds such as the Gannet (Morus bassanus), Great Cormorant (Phalacrocorax aristotelis), among others.
During the summer months, and if the sea and weather conditions are favorable, we stop in a bay for those who want to swim in the calm and crystal clear waters.
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 spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children under 2 years old
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-276200P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Dolphins & Benagil Caves 3h Small-group tour with Biologist. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If 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.
- Bottled water.
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 3. 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 Dolphins & Benagil Caves 3h Small-group tour with Biologist is as follows:
- 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
- Not recommended for children under 2 years old
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dolphins & Benagil Caves 3h Small-group tour with Biologist 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
- Bottled water
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 spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children under 2 years old
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
