Wildlife Watching & Caves
Algarve Like Never Before
Embark on a curated small group boat experience through Algarve’s iconic caves, untouched coastline and fascinating marine wildlife.
Your itinerary includes Vilamoura, Albufeira, Senhora da Rocha, Praia da Marinha, Benagil, and other iconic landmarks.
Discover Unique Adventures by Sea
Marine wildlife and stunning caves await
WELCOME!
Who We Are &
Why Choose Us
Otter Tours is a trusted eco-tourism company in the Algarve, specialising in wildlife watching and cave exploration. With expert guides and a commitment to sustainability, we create unique adventures that showcase the region’s stunning natural beauty and marine life.
- High success rate: Maximising sightings thanks to our specialised team.
- Commitment to conservation: Sustainable tourism with a positive impact on the ecosystem.
- Personalised experience: Small groups for greater comfort and interactivity.
- Experienced and passionate teams: Local guides specialising in marine biology and conservation.
What Our Guests Say
Discover the beauty of the Algarve's coastline and wildlife
Publicado em Ron CVerificada Great Experience Diana and Fabio were an excellent team. All communications were timely and accurate. Fabio as our Captain made all feel welcomed and safe. We had a great experience and would recommend Otter Tours to everyone! Thank You!Publicado em Chloe CVerificada Amazing trip! This trip was absolutely amazing. Fabio and Diana could not have been more helpful throughout. We visited Vilamoura just after an accident in the Benagil caves which involved a boat capsizing. Fabio contacted our group prior to our booking and explained that our booking would need to be moved, as it was not currently safe to go to the caves. They were accommodating in rebooking our trip and offered a refund if we were not able to/were not comfortable rebooking. On the trip itself they spent time explaining what we were looking at, allowing us to take photos and ask questions. They were extremely knowledgeable and clearly cared greatly for the environment and wildlife around us. The groups safety was their top priority and Fabio explained why it was unsafe to enter some of the caves. We had my elderly grandmother with us on the trip, who uses a wheelchair as a mobility aid. Diana was amazing with her, assisting her onto and off the boat and making sure the wheelchair was secure whilst we were on the trip. Our journey back was extremely choppy due to a sudden, unexpected change in weather. Fabio navigated the boat expertly and Diana stood on the side of the boat supporting my grandmother the entire journey. I could not recommend them enough! Thank you so much to you both :)Publicado em Mariann PVerificada A fun way to get to know Algarve Had an amazing trip with Otter tours. It is a great way to see the caves and the coast. The team is very knowledgeable and very good guides.Publicado em abimael dVerificada Excelente atención Excelente tour, gran servio sobre todo muy divertido. Super recomendables, especialmente por personalizaron el servicio en Inglés y Español. Excellent tour, great service and above all else, very fun! High recommendation especially for the personalized service in English and Spanish. ¡Obrigados!Publicado em Andreia AleixoVerificada Uma manhã inesquecível Uma experiência incrível, com uma equipa profissional e de confiança, que conhece muito bem a região e a apresenta os seus conhecimentos de uma forma leve e divertida. Um aspecto muito importante é a preocupação com a preservação ambiental e o respeito que tiveram perante os golfinhos, quando os avistamos. Vale muito a pena. 🫶Publicado em indianlover24Verificada Highlight of our holiday 100% recommend - amazing experience from start to finish. We looked at a few other tour providers and these seemed most genuine and just got a good feeling from them. Seeing the dolphins in their natural environment was a beautiful experience on our way to the caves. We were given so much information on route about the history etc, loved every second and would highly recommend anyone considering these guys to go for it! If were in portugal again its these guys we will be going back to, thanks for an amazing experience.Publicado em Alec GVerificada Geat Rib Tour of the famous caves Grest few hours with the crew at Otter Tours. They really went the extra mile for us and we saw a lot of interesting sights. Highly recomnended.Publicado em Abbey AVerificada Amazing! Best tour in Vilamoura!! We did the Wildlife tour! It was the most amazing trip I have been on!! The crew were so amazing and knowledgeable. We saw the two types of dolphins and were surrounded by them! I totally recommend this over any other tour! They spend time looking for marine life and don’t disappoint!! Been on other tours and nothing compares to this one!!
FAQ
HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN GO ON THE BOAT?
A maximum of 12 passengers, 1 captain, and 1 crew member.
HOW EARLY SHOULD I ARRIVE?
We recommend arriving with enough time to park, if needed—especially during the high season, as it may take longer to find a spot and walk to the boarding dock. Check-in is done 30 minutes before the boarding time.
IS THERE PARKING AVAILABLE?
Yes. There are several parking areas outside the marina, some free and others paid.
WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND BRINGING ON THE TRIP?
We recommend bringing a jacket, even in summer, as it can get chilly outside or you may get splashed. A hat, sunscreen, and a bottle of water (preferably reusable) are also advised.
CAN I BRING FOOD OR DRINKS?
Light snacks and drinks are allowed, but glass bottles and alcohol are not permitted on board.
WILL I GET SEASICK?
Generally, our guests feel fine, even those who report motion sickness in other situations. However, if you are prone to seasickness, we recommend taking precautions before boarding. Avoiding dairy products a few hours prior may help.
ARE THE TOURS SUITABLE FOR FAMILIES WITH SMALL CHILDREN AND/OR ELDERLY PEOPLE?
Yes, family trips are suitable as long as participants meet the access requirements: minimum age of 4 years and elderly passengers must have adequate physical ability for this type of boat.
HOW MANY CAVES WILL WE VISIT?
We can visit around 12 points of interest during the trip. However, this number is not fixed and may vary depending on sea and tide conditions
DO I NEED TO BRING IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS FOR THIS ACTIVITY?
Yes. You must have your identification documents with you, as they may be required at check-in
ARE THERE RESTROOMS AVAILABLE?
Yes, there are public restrooms in the Marina area, which require a €0.50 coin to open the automatic door.
IS THERE A KIOSK AT THE MARINA?
No. At the moment, we do not have a physical counter at the Marina. The meeting point is in front of the boarding dock gate.
























