A TOURIST boat carrying 16 people, including five children, has capsized inside a popular cave in the Algarve, leaving two injured.
The terrifying accident took place in the Benagil Sea Cave off Lagoa, Portugal on Saturday.
A tourist boat capsized in the Benagil Sea Cave off Lagoa, Portugal Credit: Alamy
Two people were injured in the accident Credit: Getty
The boat was carrying 14 passengers and two crew members when it suddenly flipped.
Among the passengers were five children, between the ages of two and six, Correo de Manha reported.
Portugal’s Maritime Authority said: “Upon arriving at the scene, it was found that two of the victims had minor injuries.
“The crew of the Lifeboat Station coordinated the rescue, with support from local kayaks and maritime-tourism vessel operators who were in the area.
“The rescued individuals were taken to the Portimao Marina, where volunteer firefighters and the National Medical Emergency Institute provided specialized assistance.
It added: “The owner of the vessel was notified to arrange for its removal, as it poses a danger to navigation.”
An investigation has been launched into the accident.
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