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The 15 Best Sea Cave Boat Tours in the World

50 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Caves close when the swell gets up, and the light inside is only right for a couple of hours. The 15 below cover Benagil, the Blue Cave and the rest, with boat sizes, morning departure times and what happens to your money if the sea says no.

Portimão: Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option - Starting at Portimão’s riverside pier
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Portimão: Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option

1.Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,663 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20Our pick

Join Atlantis Tours at Portimão’s riverside pier for a 90-minute RIB ride to Benagil. You’ll pass Ferragudo, Carvoeiro, and Algar Seco, then enter the famous cave when sea conditions allow. Choose a small-group or private boat, with English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese guiding and a sunset departure option.

“Great service and experience from Epson and Diego! Will definitely recommend to others”

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Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik - The Blue Cave: beautiful, but smaller than some expect
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Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

2.Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9,360 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Top rated

You’ll spend about four hours boating from Dubrovnik to the Blue Cave, Koločep’s three sea caves, and Sunj Beach on Lopud. Swim into the caves rather than entering by boat, enjoy one drink at each stop, and travel with up to 12 people. Guides may include Anthony, James, Dominic, Dino, or Roko.

“We had an absolutely unforgettable experience on our Blue Cave tour in Dubrovnik! The stunning scenery, crystal-clear water, and breathtaking caves were magical, but what truly made the day special was our captain and guide, Eric. He was friendly, professional, and full of great local knowledge that brought each stop to life. Eric went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and had plenty of time to enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and exploring. His easygoing personality and great sense of humor made the whole trip even more fun. This was hands down one of the highlights of our time in Croatia, and I can’t recommend this tour (and…”

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Best Niagara Falls US Tour W/Boat Ride, Cave & More Wonders! - Prospect Point Tower gives you the full picture
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Best Niagara Falls US Tour W/Boat Ride, Cave & More Wonders!

3.Best Niagara Falls US Tour W/Boat Ride, Cave & More Wonders!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,372 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

This four-hour Niagara Falls tour combines the Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, Prospect Point Tower, and major American-side viewpoints. Guides such as Shelly, Lenny, Dale, and Vic lead small-group sightseeing with hotel pickup in Niagara Falls, New York. Expect a wet, fast-moving day.

“Lots of stops, convenient for parking and not waiting in lines but not enough time to explore. Very age diverse group of people made it harder and the your guide made pro Trump comments”

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Albufeira: Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour - Leaving Albufeira Marina at speed
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Albufeira: Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

4.Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,316 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $40

Join Dream Wave Algarve for a 2 to 2.5 hour speedboat trip from Albufeira to Benagil. Guides such as Ana and skippers including Ruben explain the coast, enter the cave when conditions allow, stop for a swim, and search for dolphins in the wild.

“Thoroughly enjoyed every second of the trip Ana was very informative and interesting We were lucky enough to find a pod of dolphins which was great. Unfortunately, weather conditions prohibited entry into the caves but was still enjoyable and definitely worth the money”

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Waitomo: Glowworm Caves Guided Tour by Boat - The walk through the upper cave
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Waitomo: Glowworm Caves Guided Tour by Boat

5.Glowworm Caves Guided Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,908 reviews · 1 hour · from $48

Walk through Waitomo’s limestone chambers with an English-speaking guide, then board a quiet boat beneath thousands of glowworms. The Cathedral Cave offers remarkable acoustics, and guides such as Ace, Big T, George, and Joe have added Māori songs and warm local stories to the visit. Bring warm clothes, and leave your camera behind.

“Relatively expensive considering. However absolutely beautiful glow worms and caves, and has been run by a family for years and years since it started so we could appreciate how important this was to them and happy to pay a bit more knowing this.”

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From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves - The long sail from Corfu to Paxos
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From Corfu: Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves

6.Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,800 reviews · 7 - 11 hours · from $58

Spend 7 to 11 hours cruising from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos with guide Theo and a friendly crew. Enter sea caves, swim for about an hour near Antipaxos, then explore Gaios for lunch and shopping. The modern boat has a bar, Wi-Fi, clean toilets, and optional hotel-area pickup.

“The most perfect day! Had so much fun, the crew was very friendly and kept us entertained throughout the journey. The swimming spot in Antipaxos was like something out of a movie. The boat was also new so seats were very comfortable. The dance party at the end finished off the day with great vibes. Cannot recommend this enough!”

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Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat - The morning transfer to Ao Po Pier
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Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

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

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

Cruise from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay on a spacious big boat, then ride guided canoes through the caves and mangroves of Panak and Hong islands. You’ll visit James Bond Island, swim at Nakae Island, and enjoy a Thai buffet. Guides such as Tommy, Ohma, Tony, and Omar are known for keeping the day lively and organized.

“It was amazing.! Enjoyed the boat ride and the caves! staff was awesome and made new friends. Highly recommend”

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Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike - A 30-minute bicycle ride through village country
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Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

8.Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,384 reviews · from $33

Travel from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave with an English-speaking guide such as Sunny, Linh, or Viet. The day combines Vietnamese history, a buffet lunch, a short village bike ride, a bamboo boat trip, and a steep climb to one of Ninh Binh’s best viewpoints.

“It’s a full day trip to Ninh Binh. Nice way to see a different area from Hanoi. Our guide Sunny was knowledgeable about Vietnam culture and history and passionate about sharing it”

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Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise - The Algarve cliffs from sea level
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Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise

9.Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,226 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $35

From Albufeira Marina, ride a fast semi-rigid boat along 18 km of Algarve coast with a skipper and marine biologist. Search for wild dolphins, visit Benagil Cave if conditions permit, hear stories about the coast, and stop for a swim when the sea is calm.

“Absolutely fantastic. We didn’t see any dolphins this time but the caves were wonderful and the guides were so helpful.”

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Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran - Starting at Albufeira Marina
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Albufeira: Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

10.Coastline and Benagil Caves Tour by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,077 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $35

Set out from Albufeira Marina on a spacious catamaran with guides such as Philippe or Tomas. Cruise past beaches and rock arches to Benagil Cave, enjoy multilingual commentary and music, then stop for about 10 minutes of swimming before returning.

“The boat trip was really good! The guide was informative and added some humor into the tour which made it fun. Would definitely do again!”

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From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise - Lakka: two hours in a traditional harbor village
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From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise

11.Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,690 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $53

Sail from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos on a full-day Ionian Cruises outing. Explore Lakka, enter the Blue Caves, and swim from the boat near Mesovrika or Voutoumi. Guides such as Maria, Elena, and Kamilla add lively multilingual commentary, with hotel pickup available on selected options.

“Amazing trip. Enough time at both stops. Did not expect to jump off the boat to swim at antipaxos and it was so cool. Worth the money.”

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Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming - Boarding the cruise at Tuan Chau Harbor
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Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

12.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 Ha Long Bay by shuttle, then cruise for 5 to 6 hours. You’ll visit Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, and Hung Luon by kayak or bamboo boat, with a buffet lunch and sunset party included. Guides such as Minh, Tim, Duc, and Binh are often praised for clear, friendly help.

“Clean boat, great buffet lunch with plenty of food to feed everyone, comfortable bis ride to and from Hanoi. The activities (Surprising Cave, Titop Mountain and kayaking through Hung Luon) were very enjoyable. Our guide, Oliver, was very knowledgeable and made the day run smoothly.”

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Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif - The marina start and the first coastal views
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Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif

13.Polignano a Mare: Speedboat Cruise to Caves with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,382 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Join a skipper such as Giuseppe, Claudio, or Mattia for a two-hour speedboat ride from Cala Ponte Marina. See Polignano’s caves and beaches from the sea, stop to swim, and enjoy an Italian aperitif with wine, crackers, and music. Private groups are available.

“Very nice guide and great tour with a stop for swimming. Definitely recommend!”

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Sorrento: Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Optional Blue Grotto - From Sorrento’s coast to Marciano Waterfall
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Sorrento: Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Optional Blue Grotto

14.Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Optional Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,170 reviews · from $143

Cruise from Sorrento to Capri on a small boat for up to 12 people with guides such as Fabrizio, Michele, or Emmanuel. Swim, snorkel, see the Faraglioni and grottos, enjoy drinks and limoncello, then spend four hours exploring Capri. The Blue Grotto is optional and costs extra.

“Was highly balanced trip in terms of different experiences (boat experience and land trip) and soul pleasure. Thanks for Fabrizio and Emanuel team, who were perfectly hosters and doing their job in the nicest manner. The top of trip experience was having small picknick on the top of Mount Solaro. Wish everybody to have similar trip until new Blake Lively movie show up, because I have a bad feeling of tourist avalanche there.”

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Comino: Blue Lagoon & Caves Boat Cruise - Starting at St. Paul’s Bay
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Comino: Blue Lagoon & Caves Boat Cruise

15.Blue Lagoon & Caves Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,070 reviews · 7 hours · from $35

Cruise from St. Paul’s Bay to Comino with Captain Kevin, passing Malta’s coast, caves, and lagoons before a 4.5-hour Blue Lagoon stop. Swim from the boat, use the 10-meter slide, rent snorkeling gear, or relax with a pineapple cocktail. Food and drinks are available onboard.

“kids loved the slide at blue lagoon. Also vests provided were useful for blue lagoon. food was reasonable. The toilets could have been cleaner on the cruise.”

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