Grotto Tours
View the stunning coastline around Lagos and explore the inside of the remarkable grottos by boat
Our Lagos grotto trips give you the chance to explore the famous caves and beaches of Lagos in small, intimate boats of up to 11 people. The skippers know every arch and grotto by name, and the small boats go where the big tour boats cannot: right inside the caves, close enough to touch the sandstone walls.
What you will see
Leaving Lagos, the boat follows the golden cliffs past Praia da Batata, Praia Dona Ana and Praia do Camilo before reaching Ponta da Piedade, the most photographed stretch of coastline in the Algarve. You will weave between sandstone towers and rock arches, slip into hidden grottos lit by turquoise water, and see the lighthouse and secret beaches that are only reachable from the sea. Your skipper points out the named formations along the way, from the Kitchen to the Cathedral.
Good to know
- Boats depart every hour from 9:00 to 17:00, right from Lagos
- The trip lasts about 75 minutes on the water
- Adults €22.50, children under 12 €10, infants under 5 travel free
- Small groups: a maximum of 11 people per boat
- Life vests and a guide are always included
Who it is for
The grottos are a real family-friendly excursion, guaranteed to wow even the youngest of minds. It is also the easiest way to see Ponta da Piedade if you would rather not paddle: you get the same caves as the kayak and SUP tours, from the comfort of a seat. Bring a camera, sunscreen and a hat; in summer the light inside the caves is at its best in the morning.
Pick your date, book online and pay securely at checkout. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the trip, and every booking unlocks 10% off in our surf shop in Lagos.
Additional Details
What is included in Grotto Tours?
- Guide
- Life vests
- Infants under 5 travel free, just tell us when you book
- 10% discount on anything at the Jah Shaka Surf shop ( Offer not available on selected technical products, rentals and other activities )
What shall I bring?
- Water
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
What else should I know?
- This is one of the most common activities, it is better to book it in advance.
- Boat tours can sometimes be affected and cancelled due to weather conditions.
When does it run?
- Evey hour from 9:00 to 17:00
Are other activities available?
In addition to this activity, we offer a large variety of other activities in Lagos and the Algarve. Check out our Activities page.
Booking
Ready to go? Pick your option below and book your spot online.
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Good to know before you book
Where we meet, the best months to go, and how a booking with Jah Shaka works.
Where do we meet?
Where you meet us depends on the activity.
- Boat tours (catamaran, dolphin watching, fishing) depart from Marina de Lagos
- Kayak tours of Ponta da Piedade meet at Praia da Batata
- Surf lessons and surf guiding meet at Meia Praia or Porto de Mós
- E-bike, e-dirtbike and walking tours start at the shop, Rua Candido dos Reis 112
- Coasteering, mountain biking and west coast hikes meet at the trailhead
When is the best time for Grotto Tours?
Boat trips out of Lagos run from April to October, with the most stable weather and the calmest sea in May and September. Mornings are usually flatter than afternoons, so an early departure is the safer bet if anyone in the group gets seasick.
How booking works
Grotto Tours starts at €22.50 per person. Pick your date, then pay securely with Stripe at checkout. We then confirm your place with the operator. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Once we have the booking confirmed with the operator, we email you everything you need for the day. Meeting points move now and then, so the email is always the version to trust.
Booked through the shop, run by locals
We are a booking hub, not the operator: every activity is run by a certified local partner, and we tell you who you are meeting and where before you go. One message reaches a real person here for the whole trip, whether that is an activity, a surf lesson or a board rental for the days in between.
Booking with us also unlocks 10% off products in the shop that week. Retail products only: it excludes selected technical products, and does not apply to lessons, rentals or other activities.
Updated September 2026
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