Benagil Caves, Algar Seco & Marinha Beach Tour - Reviews

Rating of the activity

8.30 / 10

8.3350785340314 191 reviews | 1,627 travellers

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Group of friends (45)

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Aug / 21 / 2026

Anonymous

Spain

La excursión trata de ir desde Faro a los distintos lugares en coche. La primera parada es en Algar Seco, muy bonito, pero la cueva de Benagil se ve sólo por arriba (por lo que no se ve mucho). Además, el guía nos recomendó una ruta por el acantilado que dura 40 minutos. La ruta es bonita, pero sin más. No la recomiendo porque si la haces te quedas solo con 30 minutos para disfrutar de Praia Marinha. Nos dijo que no pasaba nada por llevar calzado de playa, sin embargo, no es apto para ello.

The excursion involves driving from Faro to various locations. The first stop is Algar Seco, which is very beautiful, but the Benagil cave is only visible from above (so you don't see much of it). The guide also recommended a 40-minute cliff walk. The walk is nice, but nothing special. I don't recommend it because it leaves you with only 30 minutes to enjoy Praia Marinha. He told us it was fine to wear beach shoes, but they're not suitable for them.

Lamentamos que la experiencia no haya cumplido con tus expectativas. Tomamos en cuenta tus comentarios sobre la actitud del guía y la duración de la actividad. Agradecemos tus sugerencias y trabajaremos para mejorar. Translate this opinion into English.

We regret that the experience did not meet your expectations. We have taken your feedback regarding the guide's attitude and the duration of the activity into account. We appreciate your suggestions and will work to improve. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 06 / 2026

Anonymous

Spain

I travelled with friends

La excursión en general bien, es lo que se ofrece. Muy recomendable llevar calzado cómodo y mucha agua. El camino a la playa se puede hacer en coche o haciendo una caminata por la montaña, sin el guía. En este caso, se habría agradecido la presencia de alguien que conociese la zona porque es algo peligrosa y en la que uno puede perderse con facilidad.

The excursion was generally good, as advertised. Comfortable shoes and plenty of water are highly recommended. The route to the beach can be done by car or by hiking through the mountains without a guide. In this case, the presence of someone familiar with the area would have been appreciated, as it is somewhat dangerous and easy to get lost.

I travelled with friends

Agradecemos tu comentario y tomamos nota de tu sugerencia sobre la presencia de un guía en el camino. La seguridad de nuestros clientes es una prioridad y consideraremos tu opinión para mejorar nuestras excursiones. Translate this opinion into English.

Thank you for your feedback, and we've taken note of your suggestion regarding the presence of a guide along the trail. The safety of our customers is a priority, and we will consider your opinion to improve our tours. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 01 / 2026

Anonymous

Madrid, Spain

I travelled with friends

Los sitios que se visitan son preciosos. Pero en realidad es una actividad en la que cada uno va un poco a su bola. La excursión realmente es el transporte y un par de explicaciones que no duran más de 5 minutos. El resto del tiempo es libre. Las vistas impresionantes Translate this opinion into English.

The places you visit are beautiful. But it's really an activity where everyone does their own thing. The excursion is essentially just the transportation and a couple of brief explanations that last no more than 5 minutes. The rest of the time is free. The views are breathtaking. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

Sep / 02 / 2026

Anonymous

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Muy bien la organización, trayecto y visitas. Nuestro guía muy cordial informándonos con todo detalle. Translate this opinion into English.

The organization, route, and visits were excellent. Our guide was very friendly and provided us with detailed information. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

Aug / 31 / 2026

Davide

Italy

Guida disponibile e simpatica ma nel complesso per il prezzo pagato, poco valore aggiunto rispetto ad un’escursione fai da te. Translate this opinion into English.

Available and friendly guide, but overall for the price paid, little added value compared to a DIY excursion. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 25 / 2026

William

United Kingdom

I travelled with my partner

Aug / 24 / 2026

Anonymous

Santiago, Chile

I travelled with teenagers

Quedamos fascinados con los lugares que conocimos, a pesar de que la cueva de benagil solo se puede ver del mirador los otros dos lugares nos encantaron. Excelentes choferes y muy gentiles. Translate this opinion into English.

We were fascinated by the places we visited, although the Benagil cave can only be seen from the viewpoint, we loved the other two places. Excellent and very kind drivers. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

Aug / 21 / 2026

Anonymous

Madrid, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Todo el grupo de españoles que íbamos a la excursión pensábamos que era en barco y no es así, luego el tiempo que pone la actividad de 1 hora de baño libre tampoco es así. Por otro lado el guía muy amable y explicando todo y haciéndonos fotos con los paisaje.

The entire group of Spaniards on the excursion thought it was a boat trip, but it wasn't. Also, the one-hour free swim time they advertised wasn't accurate. On the other hand, the guide was very friendly, explaining everything and taking photos of us with the scenery.

I travelled with teenagers

Sentimos si algún aspecto del servicio no resultó de vuestro agrado. Agradecemos y tomamos nota de los comentarios para seguir mejorando en lo posible. Translate this opinion into English.

We apologize if any aspect of the service was not to your liking. We appreciate your feedback and will take note of it to continue improving. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 17 / 2026

Anonymous

Aug / 15 / 2026

Alicia

Montevideo, Uruguay

I travelled by myself

belleza natural espectacular. mas o menos el tour 1. entendì que habia algo por mar o al menos donde nadar. no fui la unica que entendiò eso. 2. los sanitarios de la primer playa a la que llegamos eran un espanto 3. el guia no tenía paciencia o algo le pasaba. El paisaje, las rocas y el mar son espectaculares por sí mismas. no se lo pierdan si estàn cerca. El grupo estupendo, todas personas con buena actitud.

Spectacular natural beauty. The tour was more or less okay. 1. I understood there was something by the sea, or at least somewhere to swim. I wasn't the only one who understood that. 2. The restrooms at the first beach we arrived at were awful. 3. The guide was impatient, or something was wrong with him. The landscape, the rocks, and the sea are spectacular in themselves. Don't miss it if you're nearby. The group was great; everyone had a good attitude.

I travelled by myself

Sentimos si algún aspecto del servicio no resultó de vuestro agrado. Agradecemos y tomamos nota de los comentarios para seguir mejorando en lo posible. Translate this opinion into English.

We apologize if any aspect of the service was not to your liking. We appreciate your feedback and will take note of it to continue improving. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 13 / 2026

Anonymous

Bilbao, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Aug / 10 / 2026

Anonymous

Spain

I travelled with friends

Elegi la excursión algar seco , playa marina y cueva de benagil saliendo desde Faro, la act bastante decepcionante porque el guía salvo 2 explicaciones no dijo nada más en todo el viaje de ida y vuelta, he elegido civitatis varias veces , la verdad siempre son profesionales y carismáticos pero esta vez no fue así , la playa estaba llena de algas y pasamos 1 hora en una explanada bajo algunos árboles justo a las 13:00. Sabiendo con antelación lo de las algas se podría haber previsto otra act

I chose the Algar Seco, Playa Marina, and Benagil Cave excursion departing from Faro. The activity was quite disappointing because the guide, apart from two explanations, didn't say anything else during the entire round trip. I've chosen Civitatis several times; they're usually professional and charismatic, but this time was different. The beach was full of seaweed, and we spent an hour on a flat area under some trees right at 1:00 PM. Knowing about the seaweed in advance, they could have planned a different activity.

I travelled with friends

Lamentamos que esta excursión no haya cumplido tus expectativas. Las condiciones de la playa pueden variar y no siempre es posible prever o evitar la presencia de algas, por lo que la actividad se desarrolla según el itinerario previsto. En cuanto a las explicaciones durante el trayecto, tomamos nota de tu comentario para revisarlo con el operador. Translate this opinion into English.

We regret that this excursion did not meet your expectations. Beach conditions can vary, and it is not always possible to predict or avoid the presence of seaweed, so the activity proceeds according to the planned itinerary. Regarding the explanations during the trip, we have noted your comment and will review it with the operator. Opinion translated. Show original.

Aug / 07 / 2026

Anonymous

Jul / 30 / 2026

Raquel Camarero Reyes

Spain

I travelled with friends

Jul / 28 / 2026

Anonymous

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Me gustaron las actividades pero la excursión era sólo en inglés, no español como marcaba la actividad y el guía sólo nos decía dónde teníamos que encontrarnos, no nos daba información ni nos acompañaba durante la excursión.

I liked the activities, but the tour was only in English, not Spanish as the activity indicated, and the guide only told us where we had to meet; he didn't give us any information or accompany us during the tour.

I travelled with my partner

Estamos estudiando el caso para darte una respuesta definitiva. La publicaremos cuanto antes y te avisaremos por email. Translate this opinion into English.

We are reviewing your case and will provide you with a definitive answer as soon as possible. We will publish it and notify you by email. Opinion translated. Show original.

Jul / 24 / 2026

Valentina

Spain

I travelled by myself