9 Cave Trips with a BBQ Worldwide That Repay the Climb Down

1.Naxos: Rina Cave-Koufonisi Cruise & Rina Cave Swim with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 537 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $106Our pick

Spend 9.5 hours aboard the traditional IASON wooden boat from Agia Anna. Swim at Kato Koufonissi and Rina Cave, explore Ano Koufonissi, and enjoy fresh souvlaki, salads, fruit, drinks, and vegan choices. The friendly crew, including hosts such as Polina, keeps the day lively, but the boat can feel crowded at full capacity.

“The crew were excellent and the whole trip was a highlight. If I had to pick one though, it would be the Rina cave swim”

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2.Catamaran Cruise to Benagil Caves with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 466 reviews · from $82

Spend six hours aboard Ophelia, cruising from Portimão past Ferragudo to Benagil. Small boats carry you into the caves, then you relax on the beach with a BBQ, wine, water, orange drink, paddleboards, and time to swim. Multilingual crew members include Nuno, Rui, Ricardo, and Miguel.

“It was difficult to enjoy our time at the beach because there was no toilet.”

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3.Albufeira Beach BBQ with Caves and Coastline Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 454 reviews · from $81

Spend about six and a half hours cruising from Albufeira toward Nossa Senhora da Rocha and the Benagil Caves, then anchor at a secluded beach for a crew-prepared BBQ. Swim ashore or use the small boat, try paddleboards and beach games, and enjoy unlimited beer, wine, sangria, and soft drinks during the beach stop.

“Our Beach BBQ and Caves tour with Algarv Experience was a great adventure. Robin and all the crew members were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the day. Be prepared to spend the day with a lot of sun, I recommend sunglasses and a tight fitting hat. Lunch was delicious and the views of the coastline, beaches and caves are beautiful. I recommend this tour.”

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4.Catamaran BBQ on the Beach: Cruise to Benagil Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 267 reviews · from $77

Spend about six hours and 15 minutes cruising from Albufeira along the Algarve coast aboard a spacious catamaran. See rock formations and caves from the deck, reach a beach by dinghy for a BBQ, swim and sunbathe, then return with a glass of Champagne. Check in 30 minutes early, bring towels and sunscreen, and expect to get wet.

“The crew made sure everyone was safe Happy and everything was explained ✨️ On board service fantastic, bbq was delicious definitely recommend.”

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5.Dimcay&Cave, Waterfall, Barbecue Lunch on the Water

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 196 reviews · 6 - 6.5 hours · from $29Best value

Spend 6 to 6.5 hours exploring Dim Cave and Dim River near Alanya. Ride through banana gardens and mountain roads, cool off in river pools, and eat grilled fish, chicken, or a vegetarian plate. Guides such as Suleman, Yosuf, and Mustafa have been praised for keeping the day lively, safe, and well organized.

“Very good trip! Highly recommend We have 2 boys aged 5 & 9 who loved it! The waterfall was great. Both kids enjoyed the water fights and being able to stand up in the jeep. Be prepared to get wet and take some protection for your phone! The lunch area was lovely! With a great little fresh water area to swim and play in! The lunch was also really nice! Makes it better with your group as long as they get involved. Only downside so far is I’ve not received the link to download my photos/videos yet that I’ve paid for. But hoping that can be sorted very soon!”

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6.Naxos: Koufonissia and Rina Cave Boat Trip with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 121 reviews · 9h 30m · from $106

Spend about nine hours aboard Jason Daily Cruises from Agia Anna, with swimming at Rina Cave, a Greek BBQ, wine, drinks, snorkeling gear, and 2.5 hours to explore Ano Koufonissi. The boat holds up to 100 people, so arrive early if you want a preferred seat. Crew members including Christina and Anna have been praised for warm, attentive service.

“Great value. Very friendly staff. Tasty lunch. Koufonisia is worth the quick trip (at least) and wonderful cave. 10/10!”

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7.Naxos: Cruise to Rina Cave & Ano Koufonissi with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 55 reviews · 9 hours · from $94

Spend nine hours at sea from Agia Anna Port, swimming and snorkeling near Rina Cave, eating a Naxian BBQ with wine, and exploring Ano Koufonissi. You get about three hours ashore for beaches, Chora, shops, and cafes. The boat has plenty of deck space, though seating can become tight on a busy departure.

“Esperienza meravigliosa. Come promesso dalla descrizione abbiamo visitato le tre destinazioni di Rina Cave, Ato Koufunisi e Ano Koufunisi. L’acqua era cristallina, il cibo abbondante e molto buono. La crew é stata accogliente e disponibile. Hanno messo a disposizione mascherine boccagli e galleggianti. Super consigliato!”

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8.Phranang Cave Sunset with BBQ dinner & Plankton Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 53 reviews

Spend five hours exploring Krabi by longtail boat, from the limestone cliffs and cave at Phra Nang Beach to a nighttime swim with fluorescent plankton. Your English-speaking guide provides snorkeling gear, life jackets, dinner, drinks, and hotel transfers. The group is limited to nine, though several boats may share the same beach and swimming area.

“My tour got cancelled but they managed to upgrade my tour to the 7 island tour. I appreciated the effort, it was a beautiful experience. The bioluminescent plankton were so worth it! JUST FYI- the BBQ was not freshly made on the beach and so the food was cold. The groups were also quite large for my taste.”

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9.From Praia: Boat Trip, Snorkeling, Cave & BBQ on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 45 reviews · 7 hours · from $129

Travel from Praia to Ribeira da Barca, cruise by traditional fishing boat past volcanic rock, and swim or snorkel at Águas Belas cave when sea conditions allow. Afterward, enjoy fish barbecue, rice, and vegetables on a black-sand beach. Guides may speak English, French, Portuguese, or Spanish. Bring water shoes and note the extra boat fee.

“Une activité enrichissante que ce soit le paysage exceptionnelle, l’expérience à ne pas manquer ou encore le personnel accueillant ! Je recommande à toute personne de faire part de cette activité. Cependant cela pourrait être moins cher Un 10/10 si l’on enlève les 25 euros à payer en plus des 110euros de réservation.”

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