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This catamaran tour on the MARA lasts 6 hours and 15 minutes and will surely be one of the best memories of your vacation! A perfect day to appreciate the Algarve coast, caves and rock formations, in a relaxing and family-friendly environment, with an excellent BBQ lunch prepared and served on the beach.

Check in 30 minutes before departure at our office in Albufeira Marina and receive boarding instructions. On board the comfortable and spacious MARA catamaran, choose the seat that suits you best. Once the tour begins, the crew will explain all the safety procedures on board.

Feel the breeze and relax, appreciate the scenery and the contrasts of the cliffs, the beautiful beaches, caves and rock formations until you reach the Benagil/Carvoeiro area where we will visit the most famous cave – Algar de Benagil. Our experienced crew will provide detailed information about the places we pass along the way.

After our visit to the caves, we'll begin sailing to the beach where we'll disembark and a BBQ lunch will be prepared by the crew for you. Before lunch is served, settle in under one of the parasols provided by the crew and enjoy a swim!

The menu consists of: pork chops, sausages, and grilled fish accompanied by chips, bread, Algarve salad, and seasonal fruit for dessert. For drinks, we have water, juice, beer, and white wine available. During lunchtime, drinks and food are included in the price.

If you have any dietary restrictions, please mention them during the booking process.

After lunch on the beach, we'll re-board the MARA catamaran and continue the journey back to Albufeira Marina.

Enjoying the scenery and before arriving at Albufeira Marina, we'll end this magnificent trip with a glass of sparkling wine and celebrate this fantastic day of your vacation with you.

The Mara Catamaran has a bar service where you can buy snacks or refresh yourself with water, beer, soda, or a glass of wine.

Approaching the coast and caves, as well as stopping for swimming, depends on sea conditions, always prioritizing the safety of passengers and crew.

This activity is not accessible to people with limited movement, reduced mobility, flexibility, or motor coordination.

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Activity duration

6h15

Minimum activity price

From €60/person

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Fórum Oceano is the managing entity of the Portuguese Sea Cluster, certified and recognised by the Ministry of Economy and Sea, Ministry of National Defence, and Ministry of Planning and Infrastructure.

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UPTEC Mar, sala C2, Av. da Liberdade S/N 4450-718 Leça da Palmeira – Portugal

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Rua das Trinas, nº. 49 – Sala 20 61249-093 Lisboa – Portugal


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