Benagil Caves
Perhaps the most spectacular grotto along the Algarve coastline.

šŸ“œ Sea cave shaped by Atlantic waves, known for natural skylight and inner sandy beach.
šŸ” Located in Lagoa, Portugal, a popular tourist hotspot.

Why Go

🌊 Unique natural skylight, often called 'the eye', bathing the cave in natural light.
šŸ–ļø Wide, sandy beach inside, only accessible by water.
🚤 Explore by licensed boat tour.
šŸŒ… Best light in the morning.

Why Avoid

🚫 No swimming or stepping onto the sand allowed inside the cave.
āš ļø Heavy boat traffic in high season; boat tours only allow passing through, not disembarking, and offer view from boat only.
šŸš— Narrow roads and limited parking in the area, especially in high season.

Tips

ā° Visit in the morning for best light and to avoid crowds.
šŸ›„ļø Only licensed boat tours are permitted to enter.

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