Portugal Optional Excursions

Day 7 (Lagos)

Benagil Caves Boat Tour

• Spend approximately 2 hours speed boating along the coast of the Algarve around beautiful rock formations around Santorini as the sun sets
• Boat ride is about 30 minutes each way with about 1 hour exploring caves and rock formations
• Departs at 11:00am; Returns around 1:00pm
• Boat departs from (and returns to) Marina of Lagos
• Transportation to/from hotel from/to Marina of Lagos is not included but it is walking distance from the hotel
• Note: for security reasons you are not allowed to leave the boat at any time
• Shared excursion, meaning locals or other travelers may also join
• Cost: 45€, paid by credit card in advance

Ponta da Piedade Kayaking Tour

• Explore the famous grottos and cliffs along Ponta da Piedade by way of kayak
• You will board a catamaran in Marina de Lagos then take a leisurely boat ride (~20 minutes) to Ponta da Piedade where you will begin and then end kayaking
• Departs at 11:15am; Returns around 1:15pm
• Note: kayaking does require a good amount of upper body physical strength and stamina
• Shared excursion, meaning locals or other travelers may also join
• Cost: 40€, paid by credit card in advance

Surfing Lesson

• Learn how to surf along the southern coast of Portugal
• Departs at 10am; Returns around 5pm
• Includes transportation to/from Lagos, 2 x 1.5 hour lessons, wetsuits
• Lunch is not included
• Note the drive to the surfing location is about 30 minutes (each way)
• Shared excursion, meaning locals or other travelers may also join
• Cost: 80€, paid by credit card in advance