Albufeira Boat Trip: Dolphin Watching and Cave Exploration in the Algarve

4.65 out of 5 based on 6 Reviews
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Set sail in the pretty town of Albufeira and follow the ocean to where the dolphins splash about. Cast your eyes on caves and other interesting rock formations along the coast in the Algarve. 

  • Tour / activity duration: ~2 hours
  • Languages: German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
  • Transfer: no, not included
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  • English-speaking service
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  • Usually cheaper than at site

Overview / General Information

See dolphins and discover caves on an Algarve boat trip

Kick things off on a tour by boat in the Algarve. Set sail from Albufeira in either a classic motorboat by the name of "Insonia" or a bigger jet boat called the "Dreamer" depending on what you pick. Watch dolphins in their natural habitat, explore unique caves and discover grottoes and rock formations on a 2-hour boat trip in the Algarve.

Overview

  • Days: daily
  • Languages: German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
  • Starting points: Albufeira

Included

  • Fuel, life jacket, insurance, boat ride

Not included

  • Transfer

Option 1: Explore caves and watch dolphins in the "Insonia" (a small powerboat)

Hop on board and take part in a 2-hour boat tour from Albufeira along the Algarve in a comfy motor boat "Insonia". Cast your eyes on dolphins in the Atlantic Ocean and get to breathe in the pretty Portuguese coast. Sail past massive caves and fascinating rock formations. This is a great boat trip to share with friends and family in the Algarve.

Overview

  • Boat capacity: 12 people
  • Duration: ~ 2 hours
  • Hours: 9:00 AM, 12:00 noon, 3:00 PM

Option 2: Explore caves and watch dolphins in the "Dreamer" (a big jet boat)

Set out on a 2.5-hour adventure in the Atlantic Ocean. The boat trip starts from Albufeira where you hop in a large jetboat that goes by the name of "Dreamer". Get in touch with nature in the Algarve where you ride through caves and cast your eyes on dolphins. Put your feet up and revel in the peace on a pleasant trip by boat. 

Overview

  • Boat capacity: 47 people
  • Duration: ~ 2.5 hours
  • Hours: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Albufeira "Dreamer" Boat Tour Details

  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2.5h) - boat "Dreamer" - September to June - per person (age 11+) 35.-€
  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2.5h) - boat "Dreamer" - September to June - per child (age 3-10) 25.-€
  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2.5h) - boat "Dreamer" - July & August - per person (age 11+) 40.-€
  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2.5h) - boat "Dreamer" - July & August - per child (age 3-10) 25.-€

Albufeira "Insonia" Boat Tour Details

  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2h) - boat "Insonia" - September to June - per person (age 11+) 35.-€
  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2h) - boat "Insonia" - September to June - per child (age 2-10) 25.-€
  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2h) - boat "Insonia" - July & August - per person (age 11+) 40.-€
  • Dolphins & Caves Boat Tour (2h) - boat "Insonia" - July & August - per child (age 2-10) 25.-€
One-of-a-kind experience out at sea
Important information

Preconditions

  • Minimum age: 2

Please bring

Swimwear, towel, sunglasses, sun blocker, small travel pharmacy (just in case), drinks

Check out Albufeira by boat: Go dolphin watching and come across incredible rock formations

Hop on board a beautiful boat tour in the Algarve and cruise comfortably along to the most stunning caves near Carvoeiro. Blissful bays, gorgeous grottoes and remarkable rock formations are practically beckoning you to discover a world in Portugal that you hadn’t even dreamt of. The history of the area is evident more than anywhere on the cave walls. They say a picture paints a thousand words, this is something that needs to be seen to be believed. Let your eyes do the work while your ears are treated to the soothing sounds of the water moving to and fro. A boat trip in Albufeira stuns you with its impossible high cliffs and golden sands. The beauty whisks you and your mind away to a better place.

Start the boat tour in Albufeira and pick the best boat for you. A 2-hour trip on the “Insonia” takes you close to the water in an intimate way; there’ll only be 12 of you on the trip at once. With less people and less noise, you are more likely to get a longer dolphin encounter in the Algarve.

If you want to do it big then you might want to consider hopping on the “Dreamer”. Bob along in the Atlantic Ocean with up to 46 other people. Make new mates and share the experience with lots of other people in the same boat (pardon the pun). Make your way to the caves and catch a glimpse of the dolphins in Carvoeir. Feel the waves as you seemingly float across them on a jumbo jet boat.

Regardless of which boat tickles your fancy, you will first head to the caves and then later go and see the dolphins. This is a far cry from the standard boat tour in Portugal. Get closer to nature and take a step back from the busy world that we all live in. 

Conditions

Valid on the reserved day or for 12 months after date of purchase if no date has been selected. You will receive the tour operator's details with the purchased ticket. Attention: reservation is required! The reservation can be made through sunbonoo as part of the booking process or later by contacting the tour operator directly via phone or email.

Customer Reviews See dolphins and discover caves on an Algarve boat trip

4.7  /5
based on 6 Reviews
Jürgen W. wrote on May 24, 2025
Overall rating
5 von 5

A great experience with dolphins and caves!

I had a fantastic time on the boat trip in Albufeira. The "Insonia" motorboat trip was impressive - the small groups make it really intimate. Seeing dolphins in their natural environment was just incredible. The coastal landscape with the caves is breathtakingly beautiful. Everything was well organised and the crew were friendly and professional. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon! Highly recommend to anyone visiting the Algarve.

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Ein tolles Erlebnis mit Delfinen und Höhlen!

Ich hatte eine fantastische Zeit auf der Bootstour in Albufeira. Der "Insonia" Motorboot-Trip war beeindruckend – die kleinen Gruppen machen es wirklich intim. Delfine in ihrer natürlichen Umgebung zu sehen, war einfach unglaublich. Die Küstenlandschaft mit den Höhlen ist atemberaubend schön. Alles war gut organisiert und die Crew war freundlich und professionell. Perfekt für einen entspannten Nachmittag! Kann ich nur jedem empfehlen, der die Algarve besucht.

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Fritz der Abenteurer wrote on Apr 16, 2025
Overall rating
4 von 5

An exciting excursion with dolphins and caves not to be missed!

The boat trip from Albufeira was really great! We glided through the breathtaking caves on the "Insonia" and saw dolphins up close. The children were thrilled and so were we adults! The only downside: no transfer. Nevertheless, it was an experience you won't forget in a hurry. Luckily the weather was perfect and the crew were super friendly. Absolutely recommendable!

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Ein aufregender Ausflug mit Delfinen und Höhlen, den man nicht verpassen sollte!

Der Bootsausflug ab Albufeira war echt klasse! Mit der "Insonia" sind wir durch die atemberaubenden Höhlen geglitten und haben Delfine aus nächster Nähe gesehen. Die Kinder waren begeistert und wir Erwachsene auch! Einziger Minuspunkt: kein Transfer. Trotzdem, eine Erfahrung, die man so schnell nicht vergisst. Zum Glück war das Wetter perfekt und die Crew war super freundlich. Absolut empfehlenswert!

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Mirek71 wrote on Feb 20, 2025
Overall rating
5 von 5

Amazing cruise with dolphins and caves in the Algarve

A great experience for families.

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Úžasná plavba s delfíny a jeskyněmi v Algarve

Skvělý zážitek pro rodiny.

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Fritz K. wrote on Jul 11, 2024
Overall rating
4 von 5

Great experience at sea!

The "Dreamer" tour was really great, but a bit crowded. Great dolphins and caves, but the crowds were a bit annoying. Still recommendable.

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Super Erfahrung auf See!

Die "Dreamer" Tour war echt klasse, aber ein bisschen überfüllt. Tolle Delfine und Höhlen, aber die Menschenmassen waren etwas störend. Trotzdem empfehlenswert.

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S+S, Magedburg wrote on Sep 1, 2021
Overall rating
5 von 5

The Perfect Dolphin Trip - 100 points and 5 stars

We really liked the caves and grottos. But the dolphins were the highlight of the tour. The intelligent animals noticed us, that's for sure... They always swam to the right and left with the boat. A heart experience

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Der perfekte Delfinausflug - 100 Punkte und 5 Sterne

Die Höhlen und Grotten haben uns schon gut gefallen. Doch die Delfine waren der Höhepunkt der Tour. Die intelligenten Tiere nahmen uns wahr, soviel ist sicher...Sie sind immer rechts und links mit dem Boot mit geschwommen. Ein Herzenserlebnis

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