Benagil is a small village, well-known for fishing. It is located throughout the length of the coastline of Algarve in Portugal.
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Benagil is highly popular for the ocean cave found near the closet of the beach. It is one of the best-ranked destinations in Algarve.
Experience the best trip to Benagil Caves with these small & handy tips!
If you are not well-acquainted with the roads, it is advisable to rent a taxi than driving down to Benagil yourself. There is a decent taxi service in the area, available at affordable rates.
You can also book your taxi on 'Bolt' and 'FreeNow' apps. These taxi services may seem to be a bit on the upper end, but the service is good and quite extensive.
The Benagil beach is known for strong tides that change frequently. Hence, you can hire a Standup Paddle Board (SUP) for a ride into the cave and all around the Algarve coast area.
Several boat companies operate from local beach towns like Carvoeiro and Armacao De Pera. You can have a better view of the rock formations and caves with longer boat trips, which start from Portimão, Albufeira, Lagos, and Vilamoura.
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The paddleboard and kayak are highly preferred by visitors for exploring the Benagil Caves as they enable to catch better views. However, you can also hire small boats for a smoother and faster entry into the caves.
Kayaking is highly recommended if you are out for a long-term trip, especially in the summers. Visit the Benagil Beach early in the morning to avoid the crowd!
Benagil has a single-road route, which will take you to the beach area directly. Roadside parking is also available. The caves are only about a 40 minutes drive from Lagos.
The best time to visit is in July and August. However, if you want a pleasant exploring, plan your trip in June, or go at the onset of September to avoid the crowd.
If you're visiting in summer, make sure you keep yourself protected against the harsh sun rays. Carry a sunscreen, sunglasses, and an umbrella to protect your skin while at Benagil.
Don't forget to carry a camera along. Clicking nice, Instagram-worthy pics at one of the most favorite destinations of travelers and bloggers can't be missed.
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Join one of the guided tours if you want to learn more about caves and their surroundings. Several top-rated guided tours are available in the area for tourists.
Benagil Caves: What Not to Miss
The view from the eye of the Benagil cave is phenomenal. The cathedral-like cave of Algar De Benagil is another attraction. The ocean water in turquoise or greenish-blue in the inner sanctum of the cave is captivating. Surrounding beaches are also eye-catching.
As an incredible beauty of nature, the Benagil caves are highly ranked. The site has top listings on the records of Conde Nast Traveller, Huffington Post, and Thrillist as one of the most beautiful destinations.
There is absolutely no wonder that the Benagil caves have been ranked by Michelin Guide as the 15th most wonderful caves on Earth. Pay a visit and see for yourself!