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The 15 Best Sea Cave Kayak Tours

141 tours  ·  from $16 a head

A cave takes a hull, not a boat. These 15 paddles go inside the limestone at Benagil, Phang Nga, Mallorca and Ha Long, priced and honest about how often the swell or the tide closes the entrance for the day.

Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Hotel Pickup - Getting fitted at Willow Beach
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Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Hotel Pickup

1.Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,978 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Paddle four miles through Black Canyon to Emerald Cave with a small group and guides such as Michelle, Preston, Gabby, or Ryan. Expect calm water, desert cliffs, wildlife, a short hike, snacks, swimming, and optional transport from Las Vegas.

“Visiting in the winter was a risk we were prepared to take to take, and it was so worth it. The sun shined, it was the perfect day and we had a great time. Preston was very knowledgeable, kept it light and fun and made everyone feel comfortable. We would recommend this to all our family and friends.”

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Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat - From Phuket hotel pickup to Ao Po Pier
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Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

2.Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,666 reviews · from $99

Join guides such as Tommy, Ohma, Tony, Dino, or James for a full-day big-boat trip from Phuket. Paddle through Panak and Hong islands with staff doing the steering, visit James Bond Island, swim at Nakae Island, and enjoy a Thai buffet with snacks and drinks.

“It was fun. The Canoeing was amazing. The transport and timeless was not great. They had to reschedule taxi services last minute that made the trip stressful. The food was okay. It wasn't a bad tour, but didn't make the top ratings.”

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Benagil: Kayaking Tour to the Benagil Cave (Free Shower) - The safety talk is useful, not just a formality
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Benagil: Kayaking Tour to the Benagil Cave (Free Shower)

3.Kayaking Tour to the Benagil Cave (Free Shower)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,629 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $29Best value

Paddle from Benagil Beach into the famous sea cave and along the Algarve coast to Carvalho, Marinha, and smaller grottoes. Guides such as Rafael, Alexi, John, and Daniela teach beginners, take photos, and keep groups together. Choose the express trip or a fuller two-hour outing.

“This was so much fun! We had an awesome experience and loved our guide Alexi :) He was so nice, laid back, and knowledgeable. The express tour was the perfect amount of time for us. The Benagil cave is absolutely breathtaking from the inside, water was INSANE 😍, we would definitely recommend this company and this tour!!”

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Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming - Sung Sot Cave and its stair-heavy route
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Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

4.Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,512 reviews · from $48

Spend 11 to 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Halong Bay by shuttle, then cruise for 5 to 6 hours aboard Cozy Bay. Expect Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, kayaking or a bamboo boat, a buffet lunch, and a sunset party. Guides such as Minh, Tim, Duc, and Binh are noted for clear, friendly help.

“Too many tour operators and boats. Everywhere was crowded. On a tight schedule Delayed waiting for late arrivals”

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Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Scenic Paddle with Optional Shuttle - Launching at Willow Beach and learning the basics
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Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Scenic Paddle with Optional Shuttle

5.Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Scenic Paddle with Optional Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,858 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $89

Escape Las Vegas for a guided 5-mile paddle from Willow Beach through Black Canyon to Emerald Cave. Choose a single or double kayak, learn from guides such as Juston, Kwame, or Robby, and enjoy snacks, water, scenic stops, and optional Mandalay Bay pickup.

“Our guide was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We had a great time! The water around the cave is beautiful.”

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Benagil: Caves, Beaches, and Secret Spots Guided Kayak Tour - Starting at O Litoral and reaching Benagil Beach
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Benagil: Caves, Beaches, and Secret Spots Guided Kayak Tour

6.Caves, Beaches, and Secret Spots Guided Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,675 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

Paddle from Benagil Beach into the famous sea cave, then explore smaller caves, a secret stop, Gruta dos Algarinhos, Praia da Marinha, and a natural arch. Guides such as Alex, Walter, Tito, and Jordan lead groups in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Early departures offer calmer water and fewer boats.

“The tour was very safe, the guides were very friendly, and totally relaxed. The Jobe inflatable kayaks felt safe at all times. There was also lots of information about the region and the caves. You can see much more by kayak than on a similar tour by motorboat, as some of the caves can only be accessed by kayak. Highly recommended.”

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Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch - The Hanoi pickup and the long road south
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Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch

7.Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,551 reviews · from $40

Leave Hanoi’s Old Quarter by air-conditioned bus, cruise Halong Bay for about six hours, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat at Luon Cave, and hike or swim at Titop Island. Guides such as Alex, Tinh, Henry, Sam, and Tom are known for keeping large groups organized.

“In terms of the nature you see, this tour is amazing. Our guide Sam was lovely, organized, and was able to keep track of a big group. The boat was definitely nicer than many we saw on the water and the crew on board was very accommodating and proactive. Locations that they chose were good and accurately described! Bus was perfectly adequate/comfortable and driver was safe and good in the traffic. For us, we learned that groups of this size are not for us. I don’t find it intimate and it doesn’t offer the chance to have a strong connection with the guides. However, I think the price is fair…”

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From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran - From Lagos Marina to the cliffs
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From Lagos: Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran

8.Ponta da Piedade Caves Kayak Tour from Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,015 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

From Lagos Marina, you’ll ride a comfortable catamaran to Ponta da Piedade, slide into a double kayak, and paddle through caves and arches for about 75 minutes. Guides such as Bruno, Ricardo, and Alfonso are known for clear safety help and good humor, followed by a short swim stop.

“Brilliant experience - must recommend. Cannonballing off the boat into the ocean was the highlight for me.”

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From Albufeira: Benagil Hidden Caves Tour by Kayak - Seeing Benagil Cave from the sea
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From Albufeira: Benagil Hidden Caves Tour by Kayak

9.Benagil Hidden Caves Tour by Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,896 reviews · 3 hours · from $53

Leave Albufeira Marina by catamaran, view Benagil Cave from the water, then paddle along the coast near Praia da Marinha and Albandeira. Guides including Hugo, Filipe, Fernando, and Philip help beginners stay safe. Allow about three hours, plus time for a swim.

“It was a lot of fun. The caves and surrounding areas were beautiful. The staff were nice and funny. Made kayaking off the main boat very easy and safe. Loved this tour!”

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Benagil Cave: Guided Kayak Tour with Caves and Cliffs - The first paddle along the Algarve cliffs
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Benagil Cave: Guided Kayak Tour with Caves and Cliffs

10.Benagil Cave: Guided Kayak Tour with Caves and Cliffs

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,842 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Paddle from Benagil Beach with guides such as Ibra, Rui, Leo, and Leonardo. In about 90 minutes on the water, explore Benagil Cave, four or more smaller caves, cliffs, and quiet beaches, with kayaks, safety gear, a dry bag, and insurance included.

“Very happy about this activity, would definitely do it again. Perfect duration, we saw a lot of caves and it was very beautiful. Overall, a very fun experience, perfect to meet people and it's a steal. Thanks a lot to our guides David and Leo who made the experience so much more enjoyable. They are very kind and patient, i liked talking to them a lot. If you behave they might even take photos for you but you have to bring your own waterproof phone protection because the bag they give you is for storage. Thank you 👍”

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Benagil: Benagil Caves and Secret Spots Guided Kayaking Tour - Meeting at Benagil Beach
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Benagil: Benagil Caves and Secret Spots Guided Kayaking Tour

11.Benagil Caves and Secret Spots Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,840 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Paddle from Benagil Beach into sea caves, quiet coves, and rock arches with a certified guide such as Ruben, Afonso, or Lovely. You’ll learn safe kayak technique, visit Praia da Marinha, spot fossils and marine life, and stop on a beach accessible only from the water.

“Miguel and Sarah are wonderful and I would kayak with them again if I return to this area.”

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Emerald Cave Express Kayak Tour with Scenic & Historic Stops - Willow Beach Marina: where the adventure begins
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Emerald Cave Express Kayak Tour with Scenic & Historic Stops

12.Emerald Cave Express Kayak Tour with Scenic & Historic Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,522 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Paddle a stable single or tandem kayak from Willow Beach through Black Canyon to Emerald Cave on a gentle four-mile Colorado River route. Guides such as Ryan, Jeff, Calvin, and Maggie share local history, wildlife facts, and safety tips. Add hotel pickup, lunch, or a Hoover Dam stop if desired.

“The tour guy was excellent very helpful I would definitely recommend a tour guide because we would’ve never been able to do it if we just rented a kayak”

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Benagil: Guided Kayak Tour inside caves and Praia da Marinha - Meeting at O Litoral and getting to the beach
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Benagil: Guided Kayak Tour inside caves and Praia da Marinha

13.Guided Kayak Tour inside caves and Praia da Marinha

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,515 reviews · 2 hours · from $36

Paddle from Benagil Beach into the famous sea cave, visit smaller coves, and reach Praia da Marinha with a multilingual guide. Guides such as Mike, Alex, Ricardo, and Eugene help with safety, local stories, photos, and the occasional swim stop.

“So much fun!! Great guides and tour - saw 4 caves. Amazing experience to see the caves and different beaches. Booked the 9 am which was great for calmer waves, less crowds, and not as hot. A must!”

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Small Group Kayak Experience In Benagil Cave with 4K Photos - Reaching Algar de Benagil by kayak
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Small Group Kayak Experience In Benagil Cave with 4K Photos

14.Small Group Kayak Experience In Benagil Cave with 4K Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,468 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Kayak from Carvalho Beach to Benagil Cave with guides such as Patrick, Simão, or Pancho. Expect a safety briefing, two-person kayaks, sea caves, secret beaches, local geology, and free 4K photos during this roughly two-hour outing.

“Amazing! There were about 15 or so people but they broke us up into groups. We had 5 kayaks in our group. Simone lead us to multiple caves/sites. We watched the sunrise and explored. He was very knowledgeable of the area as he is a local. Wonderful guide. Highly recommend going for the sunrise as you are the only groups out there.”

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Mallorca: Kayaking, Sea Cave, Cliff Jumping & Snorkel Tour - Getting to La Victòria by Fun-Bus
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Mallorca: Kayaking, Sea Cave, Cliff Jumping & Snorkel Tour

15.Kayaking, Sea Cave, Cliff Jumping & Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,447 reviews · 3 hours · from $80

Join The Challenge Mallorca for a three-hour coastal adventure near Alcúdia with kayaking, cave exploration, optional cliff jumping, snorkeling, and a treasure hunt. Guides including Diego, Fufu, Cassandra, Elias, and Rowan keep the mood lively while equipment, transport, picnic snacks, and GoPro photos are included.

“amazing!!!! super recommend it. A very different type of tour!!! Exceptional”

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