About Salty Cliffs
Meet the team behind Salty Cliffs Benagil
David, Founder of Salty Cliffs
David Simoes, 5+ years on the water, hundreds of tours, thousands of smiles.
Local expertise
Deep understanding of tides, weather patterns, cave conditions
Fully insured
Professional operation with insured guests and reliable equipment
Safety training
Knowledge of local sea conditions, route management, water safety
Years of experience
More than 5 years guiding daily along the Benagil coastline
Why I Founded Salty Cliffs
"I wanted to create something different. Not a crowded boat trip where you just look at the cave from a distance, but a real adventure – where you paddle into the cave yourself, feel the water, hear the echoes, and leave with a story worth telling."
Background and Experience
5+
Years
Daily guiding kayak tours along the Benagil coastline
BLS
Safety Trained
Basic life support and water rescue trained
100%
Fully Insured
Premium equipment maintained to highest standards
The Salty Cliffs Philosophy
Why Salty Cliffs
Salty Cliffs is not just a tour company – it is a philosophy.
David and the team believe the best way to experience Benagil is slowly, quietly, and in a small group.
Every guest gets personal attention, safety is never compromised, and the experience feels more like an adventure with a local friend than a tourist activity.
David on Why Local Knowledge Matters
Benagil is not just one cave. It is an entire stretch of coastline shaped by the sea, tides, wind, and changing conditions. Having a guide who knows the route and the local reality makes a big difference – for safety and for quality.
— Salty Cliffs Founder
What Our Guests Say
Real experiences from our amazing customers
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