PORTUGAL
Every trip has one spare morning too few. These 9 sea cave snorkeling tours in Portugal earn the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back to packing.
Cruise from Sesimbra through Arrábida’s clear waters, caves, and remote beaches, with swimming, snorkeling, history, and a regional drink.
“Our guide Chantel was very informative, we learned a lot about Sesimbra and the history of the area. She and the skipper were very relaxed, we had plenty of time for a swim. Really enjoyable trip!”
Hike the Seven Hanging Valleys, see Benagil Cave from above, snorkel at Marinha Beach, and visit Senhora da Rocha from Faro.
“The views are spectacular, the hike is pleasant with proper shoes, well worth it. We did not get the opportunity to use the snorkeling masks as the ocean was too rough but the equipment looked good.”
Explore Arrábida’s secret beaches, caves, cliffs, and snorkeling stop on a three-hour boat trip from Sesimbra to Cabo Espichel.
“The tour captain and tour guide were excellent. I gave them a 5 star as I don't want to ruin their status, but the boat is not the one pictured. You have to straddle a large bumper for the entire ride and may not be comfortable for some. When booking the trip, the maximum was 8, but as they changed the boat, the tour was then made for 12 people. We were not looking for that kind of a tour, but again the staff was very professional, and the captain navigated the waters well. The scenary, beaches stops and caves were wonderful. The water was too cold to swim.”
Explore Alvor’s secret caves, hidden beaches, and calm snorkeling bays with marine biologists in a relaxed small-group tour.
“Great guides and experience for family with kids ( that can swim). Secret beach is beautiful and. Closing with some small bites at the beautiful beach.”
Paddle into Algarve caves near Ingrina and Barranco beaches, snorkel, cliff jump, and receive photos with a small ASI-led SUP group.
“Cliff jumping and the different caves we could swim in. Nelson is also very knowledgeable about nature and the spots we visited.”
Paddle from Ingrina Beach to Algarve caves, snorkel with fish, and try cliff jumping with expert guides on this 3.5-hour Sagres tour.
“The SUP had to be cancel due to wave but I did the coasteering instead and it was such an amazing moment.”
Review the Berlengas Island caves and snorkeling tour from Peniche, with a catamaran ride, glass-bottom boat, fort views, and practical tips.
“Great, loved the Berlebgas Islands and seeing the fort.”
Explore Sesimbra’s caves, beaches, and protected waters by boat, with snorkeling, local Moscatel wine, and guides in four languages.
“Super skuffet over at snorkelstoppet på en halv time var 10 minutter et sted hvor vandet var helt uklart og man ingen ting kunne se. Det var et badestop - men ikke til snorkeling. Desværre var snorkeling den primære grund til at vi havde booket denne tur. Grotter har vi set masser af gange før. Vi sejlede endda forbi flere steder som guiden specifikt udpegede til at være fantastiske snorkelsteder. Også skuffet over at turen hed lille gruppe - maks 8 personer, vi var 9 i en båd som slet ikke lignede den på billederne, og hvor man sad meget dårligere.”
Review of Tavira’s Seven Hanging Valleys tour, with Benagil Cave, Marinha Beach snorkeling, chapel visit, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“Our guide was Claire, she was a lovely guide, talked us all through the trip. Very friendly, very knowledgeable and super warm person! Would definitely recommend this trip!”
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