Natural site · Benagil, Algarve

Benagil Cave

Benagil Cave
Photo: Kolforn (Kolforn) I'd appreciate if you could mail me (Kolfo, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Algar de Benagil is the Algarve's best-known sea cave. Since August 2024 landing on its inner beach and swimming in are banned, so visits are from licensed boats or guided kayak and paddleboard tours.

Updated November 8, 2026On day 3 of Algarve in 5 Days

Visiting Benagil Cave: what to know

Tickets
Paid tours; check current prices
Time needed
1 to 2 hours with the tour
Best time
Morning on a calm day
Getting there
Tours leave from Benagil, Carvoeiro and Portimão

Algarve itineraries with Benagil Cave

Day 3 of Algarve in 5 Days

Benagil and the cliffs

How Benagil Cave fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Move base to CarvoeiroLagos to Carvoeiro
  2. 10:00Benagil CaveBenagil
  3. 12:00Seven Hanging Valleys TrailLagoa coast
  4. 14:30Praia da MarinhaLagoa coast
  5. 17:30Algar SecoCarvoeiro
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Benagil Cave FAQs

Can you swim to Benagil Cave?

No, swimming in and landing on the beach are banned.

Can you rent a kayak yourself?

Unguided rentals are banned in the cave area, so join a guided tour.

Can you see it from above?

Yes, the cliff trail passes the skylight.

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