The Algar de Benagil cave is certainly the most famous cave in the Algarve.
In the Algarve, between Carvoeiro and Armação de Pêra, there are some of the most beautiful rocks and caves in the world. The most well-known of the rock formations is the Cave of Benagil (Gruta de Benagil), where the Algar de Benagil is also located.
This gigantic cave is sometimes referred to as the Benagil Cathedral because of the various arches it forms, which, viewed from the outside of the cave, give it the appearance of a cathedral.
The imposing aspect of the Cathedral, with its various shades of yellow, remind us of the devastating power of nature. For years, wind and water dug one of the planet’s most fantastic caves, which attracts thousands of tourists to windward Algarve every year.
If you have the opportunity, I strongly advise you to visit the Cave of Benagil. It is definitely worth it. While it is possible to reach it by swimming cave from Benagil Beach (Praia de Benagil), we do not advise as the number of visiting boats can make this dangerous.
There are plenty of boats offering great trips there, and alternatively, you can always rent a canoe, a kayak or even a Stand Up Paddle board at Benagil’s Beach, and then paddle to the cave.
The closest boat trip is from Vilamoura Marina, around 30 minutes walk from our apartment.
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