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Benagil Gold Expedition – Afternoon Cruise

Vilamoura Marina, Vilamoura, Portugal

5
51 REVIEWS
12
PEOPLE
4h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English
Super Owner
Manuel is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Drinking Water
    Fuel

About the experience

Immerse yourself in the magic of an Algarve afternoon aboard our RHIB Skipper Portugal. Departing from Vilamoura Marina between 2 PM and 6 PM, this is the ideal choice for those seeking to explore the wonders of the coast in maximum comfort and with perfect light for unforgettable photographs.

Afternoon Experience Highlights:

Adventure in the Benagil Caves: Explore the famous "Algar de Benagil" and neighboring caves. Our Clubman 21, thanks to its agility, allows for an exclusive approach to the interior of the caves, where the afternoon light creates unique golden reflections in the water.

Snorkeling Break: Take advantage of the warmer hours to dive into the transparent waters of hidden coves and beaches accessible only by sea. The boat has an easy-access platform to the water.

Coastal Landscapes: Sail along the reddish cliffs and iconic beaches between Vilamoura and Benagil, enjoying a 360º view of the horizon.

About the experience

Immerse yourself in the magic of an Algarve afternoon aboard our RHIB Skipper Portugal. Departing from Vilamoura Marina between 2 PM and 6 PM, this is the ideal choice for those seeking to explore the wonders of the coast in maximum comfort and with perfect light for unforgettable photographs.

Afternoon Experience Highlights:

Adventure in the Benagil Caves: Explore the famous "Algar de Benagil" and neighboring caves. Our Clubman 21, thanks to its agility, allows for an exclusive approach to the interior of the caves, where the afternoon light creates unique golden reflections in the water.

Snorkeling Break: Take advantage of the warmer hours to dive into the transparent waters of hidden coves and beaches accessible only by sea. The boat has an easy-access platform to the water.

Coastal Landscapes: Sail along the reddish cliffs and iconic beaches between Vilamoura and Benagil, enjoying a 360º view of the horizon.

Organised by Manuel
Verified boat
· Super owner · 57 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Marina de Vilamoura, Vilamoura, Portugal
Arrive back at:
Marina de Vilamoura, Vilamoura, Portugal

5/5 · 51 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
  • A
    Anabel
    Date of the rental 25/10/2025  ·  Date of the review 27/10/2025

    Translated from Dutch

    The boat rental and communication with Manuel went very smoothly. The boat is in perfect condition. I definitely recommend it!
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  • Mark
    Date of the rental 24/10/2025  ·  Date of the review 25/10/2025
    Very welcoming and will most definitely book again. Thankyou
  • H
    Harry
    Date of the rental 10/10/2025  ·  Date of the review 13/10/2025
    The boat owner was incredibly nice and very helpful with giving us recommendations on places to go during the charter. The boat was in great condition with plenty of room for people to lie on.
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    Weronika
    Date of the rental 17/09/2025  ·  Date of the review 01/10/2025
    It was an amazing experience! Our group of 10 people enjoyed the boat cruise so much. Andre took us to the most wonderful caves, then to lunch in very nice restaurant. Everything was discussed with us first, so the plan was flexible. We rent waterskis and waterboard too and that was the best part of trip. Highly recommended!
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Reviews
5
  • A
    Anabel
    Oct 2025

    Translated from Dutch

    The boat rental and communication with Manuel went very smoothly. The boat is in perfect condition. I definitely recommend it!
  • Mark
    Oct 2025
    Very welcoming and will most definitely book again. Thankyou
  • H
    Harry
    Oct 2025
    The boat owner was incredibly nice and very helpful with giving us recommendations on places to go during the charter. The boat was in great condition with plenty of room for people to lie on.
  • W
    Weronika
    Oct 2025
    It was an amazing experience! Our group of 10 people enjoyed the boat cruise so much. Andre took us to the most wonderful caves, then to lunch in very nice restaurant. Everything was discussed with us first, so the plan was flexible. We rent waterskis and waterboard too and that was the best part of trip. Highly recommended!
  • T
    Tyler
    Sep 2025
    Manuel and our skipper Andre were fantastic! They were so helpful, going out of their way to pick us up from a different pontoon - note for future visits, turn right on entry to the port and follow it all the way round! We had the best time on the boat, Andre was so lovely and took us to some amazing spots. We dropped anchor in a couple of bays and went for a swim. The ultimate girls day, we loved it! Thank you both!
  • S
    Simon
    Sep 2025

    Translated from French

    It was a pleasure to rent the boat, thank you to Manuel for his kindness! Looking forward to returning to the marina.
  • N
    Nelson
    Aug 2025

    Translated from French

    Manuel is great, he explained everything to us and is very flexible. Don't hesitate if you need a practical semi-rigid boat.
  • Kévin
    Aug 2025

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful time on this boat. The coastline is magnificent, and dolphin watching is easy (follow the boats offshore). Manuel is very welcoming and accommodating; he gave us great tips for our trip. I highly recommend it! Thank you, Manuel!
  • G
    Gregoire
    Jul 2025
    Everything was perfect, André, our skipper, knows all the nice spots - I would definitely recommend him even if you hold a boat driving licence!
  • H
    Hergen
    Jul 2025

    Translated from German

    We had another wonderful day on this boat. Manuel is a very professional owner, and the boat is in top condition. We were also lucky enough to see a school of dolphins around us – a perfect vacation experience. Thank you so much!
  • Rodolphe
    Jul 2025

    Translated from French

    A great boat for a pleasant day out. A friendly and helpful owner.
  • T
    Thèa
    Jul 2025
    It was a very fun experience. A great way to see the caves and beautiful coastlines. Captain Samuel was fun and spoke perfect english which made it very easy to navigate our trip. Manuel was great at communicating and tailored the day to suit us. Thank you to the team for giving us a time we will never forget
  • P
    pierre-henry
    Jun 2025

    Translated from French

    Manuel is the best! Attentive and very professional! He was able to guide us and give us direction so we could get the most out of the boat. He is available at all times. I highly recommend him.
  • L
    LAURA
    May 2025

    Translated from French

    Manuel is an exceptional owner, very friendly, adorable, and very welcoming! I highly recommend him! LAURA'S REVIEW
  • SURAUD
    May 2025

    Translated from French

    Everything went very well! Manuel is very welcoming / effective communication
  • J
    Juda
    Apr 2025
    Our day with Andre and Ines was absolutely magical! Manuel (the owner) made booking effortless, and the boat was comfortable and perfectly equipped on time. Andre's knowledge of the Algarve coast is incredible - he shared fascinating insights about every beach, town, and geological formation we passed. The highlights? Andre navigated us into breathtaking caves and grottos, took us to completely secluded beaches where we had paradise completely to ourselves, showed us amazing snorkeling spots, and treated us to exhilarating tubing. Most impressive was Andre's talent for finding dolphins - we had these magnificent creatures swimming right alongside our boat we could almost touch them - an unforgettable experience! Don't even think about it - just book it. This isn't just a boat trip; it's the ultimate Algarve adventure. You absolutely won't regret it!
  • K
    Katy
    Apr 2025
    Manuel was a pleasure to deal with and his RIB was great. We had a fabulous outing to Ria Formosa and although there was a bit of wind the boat handled really well. I hired without a skipper and was in touch with Manuel in the days before the hire to discuss the weather which at one stage was looking quite bad. Manuel had lot of practical advice and was very helpful and thorough. Will definitely hire again when we come back to the area.
  • M
    Mustapha
    Feb 2025

    Translated from French

    Excellent welcome, high quality boat, so good that I'm going back tomorrow!!!!!
  • O
    Olivia
    Nov 2024

    Translated from Dutch

    Thanks for a fantastic experience! Very friendly skipper Manuel and his wife. Boat - really great! Definitely worth repeating.
  • K
    Katrin
    Oct 2024
    Very reliable and friendly boat rental company. We were calmly introduced to the boat and given support where necessary. The boat is impeccable, as described. Problem-free and fast communication, we will rent the boat here again next time, highly recommended.
  • Emidio Jose
    Oct 2024
    Amazing experience, we added a skipper to our trip , and what an experience. Andre the skipper was extremely knowledgeable of the coast . Andre offered an outstanding experience. We were able to see everything we wanted to see and more . Even let me drive the boat and teach me docking maneuvers. Mr. Manuel the owner was very friendly and great personality. Five stars is the most I can give but it was more like 10 stars . Thank you very much Mr. Manuel and thank you Andre .
  • T
    Tony
    Sep 2024
    Great boat and a super service from Manuel and his team. Would definitely book with Manuel again
  • C
    Carlos Hugo
    Sep 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    Everything was perfect and Manuel was very nice.
  • V
    Victoria
    Aug 2024
    I would not hesitate to recommend Manuel and the team. The Joker RIB was beautifully maintained and Very comfortable for the 7 of us. Instruction clear and easy to follow. A fantastic day!! Thank you….we will be back!
  • M
    Manfred
    Aug 2024
    Unfortunately the boat hae no Sun Protection, but we knew it before.
  • C
    Caroline
    Aug 2024

    Translated from French

    A great day thanks to the boat of Manuel, very kind, attentive and very clean staff. I recommend with my eyes closed.
  • D
    Dulcinio
    Aug 2024

    Translated from French

    Very good welcome from Manuel and his team. Very good explanations before departure. Complies with the announcement. Experience to be repeated.
  • L
    Levi
    Aug 2024
    Very nice guy, good boat just great overall should book here!
  • S
    Sanne
    Aug 2024
    Very nice skipper and the boat was perfect for what we wanted that day, seeing the coast line of Algarve and have fun with the tube. Perfect day out.
  • C
    Christopher
    Aug 2024
    An amazing day, thank you Manuel!! It was perfect.
  • J
    juan
    Aug 2024
    Very nice boat, good for 4-6 people, as described in the post, Manuel was very nice and helpful. Luis our skipper was very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Manuel and his boat, i believe a skipper is a must to really enjoy the experience.
  • D
    David
    Jul 2024
    We had an absolutely wonderful experience. Manuel's extensive local knowledge made our trip truly memorable. He brought along a tube for towing the kids, which they thoroughly enjoyed. Excellent boat and an exceptional skipper.
  • S
    Sarah
    Jul 2024
    Great boat for a day out! Really easy to handle & comfortable. Even went tubing! Fun for us all. Extra special to see the dolphins. Manuel was a great host/owner - gave a helpful briefing. If you need anything specific just ask him. Thanks Manuel - see you next time!
  • I
    Ivan
    Jul 2024

    Translated from French

    Great welcome and great equipment I recommend!
  • H
    Hergen
    Jul 2024
    We had a fantastic day on Manuel‘s boat. The boat is very well maintained and easy to use. The highlight was. that we were so fortunate to see a school of dolphins, including a little baby with its mother. I can recommend Manuel and his boat in any respect.
  • T
    Tim
    Jul 2024
    Everything perfect and as in the offer. Boat is in a very good condition Nice contact Thank you for everything
  • Marko
    Jul 2024
    Very good boat, in a superb condition and very nice contact. Absolute recommendation.
  • Y
    Yvan
    Jul 2024

    Translated from French

    You can go there with your eyes closed, Manuel is very accommodating, he is a true professional.
  • A
    Anton
    Jul 2024
    The boat was very nice and well maintained. The rental process was very smooth. strongly recommend.
  • Darren
    Jul 2024
    Many thanks Manuel, all very easy!
  • H
    Hugo
    Jul 2024
    We had a fantastic day renting the boat in Portugal! Manuel, the owner, was incredibly helpful, assisting with setup and giving great advice on the best spots to visit. Highly recommended!
  • W
    will
    Jul 2024
    We boat and trip was beyond expectations. Great activity to do on a holiday. Manual was really helpful and responsive. Would recommend
  • S
    Steve
    Jun 2024
    Exceptional service from Manuel and the team. Was very thorough in documentation and explanation of the boat. Would highly recommend and will definitely be using again.
  • M
    Michelle
    Jun 2024
    I would definitely recommend you hiring this boat from Manuel. His boat was spotless. Manuel himself was very amenable, his English was good. We had a wonderful time.
  • H
    Harry
    Jun 2024
    The Owner had great communication with us and provided a great introduction to the boat with the easy to use GPS helping with easy navigation towards the Benagil Caves. The boat itself is easy to drive and with a group of nine adults (including skipper) had enough space for all to be comfortable.
  • H
    Helena
    Jun 2024
    Manuel was an excellent host and skipper. Myself and my friends were part of a hen party and we had such a fun day on the boat. Manuel was very patient with us and took us to some lovely caves and beaches. Would recommend the boat and his company to anyone! Thank you.
  • A
    Anders
    May 2024
    Everything exceeded our expectation and Manuel welcomed us in a very friendly and professionell way! He guided us and made a very good introduktion to the boat and where to go!
  • guillaume
    Apr 2024

    Translated from French

    Thanks to Manuel for his kindness. We had a wonderful time.
  • F
    Florent
    Apr 2024

    Translated from French

    Thanks to Manuel for his welcome and his sympathy. I recommend it without hesitation ++
  • Patrick
    Apr 2024
    We had a really nice day with the boat. Thank you!
  • B
    Bram
    Dec 2023
    We had a great day today with the brand new Joker Clubman 21. With 5 adults and 7 children, the 115 hp Mercury outboard engine had the RIB planing in no time. Manuel is a really fantastic landlord. He received us very professionally and ensured that we could become familiar with the maneuvering of the RIB in the port and beyond. He gave me a lot of confidence as a skipper. We visited the caves and even saw dolphins jumping. All in all a perfect day out for our group! Thank you Manuel

Good to know

Right of withdrawal for this booking:
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Cancellation policy : Custom
60% refund up to 30 days before arrival, excluding expenses.
Booking conditions
Includes professional skipper
Security deposit : £1,339

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