The 4 Cave Snorkeling and Swimming in Portugal Worth Going Under For

1.Secret Caves & Beaches Kayak Tour with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 792 reviews · 2 hours · from $41Our pick

Start at São Rafael Beach with a safety briefing, then paddle along the Albufeira coast toward Xorino Sea Cave, Praia do Ninho das Andorinhas, Praia das Salamitras, and Praia da Coelha. English, Portuguese, and Spanish-speaking guides, including Antonio, Miguel, Tiago, and Luis, help beginners handle the kayaks. Expect splashes, changing cave access with the tide, and a 20-minute swim stop.

“Very friendly tour guides, exciting experience and thoroughly enjoyed. Cheers guys🤝🏽”

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2.Sesimbra: Arrábida Beaches & Caves Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · 3 hours · from $58Top rated

From Sesimbra, cruise toward Cabo Espichel with a multilingual guide and STCW-certified crew. Stop at Ribeiro do Cavalo, Mijona, Inferno, and Baleeira for swimming, snorkeling, caves, scenery, and a Setúbal regional drink. Catarina and other guides add local history, while the open-water stops depend on sea and weather conditions.

“The weather was great, which helped, but this activity is really well balanced, mixing sightseeing, a little bit of history, and just swimming in nice more or less secret beaches.”

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3.From Faro: 7 Valleys Hiking, Benagil Cave, & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 123 reviews · from $57

Travel from Faro in a small group of up to eight with Claire or Sebastian, stopping above Benagil Cave, hiking the Seven Hanging Valleys, and spending two hours at Marinha Beach. Snorkeling gear and an umbrella are supplied, with time for swimming, photos, and a short visit to Senhora da Rocha Chapel.

“Great guide, and enough time spent at each location”

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4.Benagil Caves and Coast Boat Tour with Swim Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · from $23Best value

Set out from Portimão aboard Alegria, a roomy boat with indoor seating, a covered area, a sun deck, bar, and bathrooms. Your English or Portuguese-speaking crew takes you into Benagil and other caves, then stops for an Atlantic swim. A drink is included, and there is no need to change boats.

“Great boat and crew - friendly and made everyone feel really welcome and included 😀”

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