West Coast Wild Beaches HIKE, SWIM & TAPAS in the Vicentine Coast Natural Park

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Highlights

  • Discover Western Europe's most wild & remote beaches on this handcrafted adventure deep into the Algarve's magical Costa Vicentina Natural Park. This is an active, hands-on, full-sensory experience that blends hiking, movement & discovery with space for stillness, reflection & education. We'll finish on our own private beach, where we'll swim (optional), relax, and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch. OKAY, SO HERE'S THE PLAN: On this trip, we will... JOURNEY West to the Algarve's Costa Vicentina Natural Park, Western Europes best protected coastal wilderness. HIKE across Portugal's most dramatic & secluded landscapes in search of secret beaches & untouched sand. IMMERSE ourselves deep in the natural world, far from the crowds. LEARN the coast's many rich natural & cultural histories with stories, games, & all of our senses. SWIM in the sea, if we want. There's no better reward :) EXPLORE secret beaches, play in the sand, and enjoy free time to soak it up. EAT a delicious tapas picnic lunch featuring local delicacies inspired by the Algarve's rich tradition of flavors. SQUEEZE every last drop out of the day. FINISH FEELING rewarded, refreshed, salty, & inspired :)

Summary

Discover Western Europe's most wild & remote beaches on this handcrafted adventure deep into the Algarve's magical Costa Vicentina Natural Park. This is an active, hands-on, full-sensory experience that blends hiking, movement & discovery with space for stillness, reflection & education. We'll finish on our own private beach, where we'll swim (optional), relax, and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch. OKAY, SO HERE'S THE PLAN: On this trip, we will... JOURNEY West to the Algarve's Costa Vicentina Natural Park, Western Europes best protected coastal wilderness. HIKE across Portugal's most dramatic & secluded landscapes in search of secret beaches & untouched sand. IMMERSE ourselves deep in the natural world, far from the crowds. LEARN the coast's many rich natural & cultural histories with stories, games, & all of our senses. SWIM in the sea, if we want. There's no better reward :) EXPLORE secret beaches, play in the sand, and enjoy free time to soak it up. EAT a delicious tapas picnic lunch featuring local delicacies inspired by the Algarve's rich tradition of flavors. SQUEEZE every last drop out of the day. FINISH FEELING rewarded, refreshed, salty, & inspired :)

Tour info

Duration
6 hours 30 minutes
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Why take this tour?

Discover Western Europe's last remaining coastal wilderness and most secret, untouched beaches on a handcrafted, full-sensory outdoor experience that will leave you inspired, rewarded, refreshed... and your belly full. My approach is unconventional: ​ I choose wilderness & remoteness over guidebook tourist destinations; intentional, mindful travel over superficial sightseeing; interaction & collaboration over passive following-along; discovery & learning opportunities over photo opportunities; rustic, physical experiences over easy, mass-market ones. My trips blend movement, action, and discovery with space for wonder, reflection, appreciation & surprise, and are filled with laughter, learning, stories, music, food & more. My aim is simple and sincere: To share a travel experience that's not just fun, but meaningful; not just good for us, but good for the world; not just a social media moment, but a memory for life.

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What’s included?

  • Backpacks, water bottles, wind & rain protection, warm jackets, beach towels & more, provided as needed..

  • Drop off: At your door (Lagos only)

  • All Fees and Taxes

  • It's best to bring (and reuse many times!) your own water bottle, but I have extras, and provide refills throughout the day.

  • Delicious, home-made tapas on the beach, highlighting the regions rich & diverse tradition of flavor, friendly to all eaters.

  • Private transportation

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

I meet all of Portugal's "Clean & Safe" COVID guidelines. I only fill my van to 1/2 capacity, and have the windows down (and the music up!) at all times. You are also free to follow along in your own vehicle. After our initial 30 minute drive, we spend the rest of the day outside in open, fresh air.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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The West Coast Adventure Co.

About operator:

Hey there, traveler! Since 2013, I have been crafting, refining, & sharing one-of-a-kind hiking adventures to the Algarve's wild West coast & historic End of the World, one small batch at a time. My approach is unconventional: I create hands-on, full-sensory outdoor experiences that blend movement, action, and discovery with space for wonder, reflection, education, and surprise, then I sprinkle it all with laughter, stories, music, food, and wine. I choose wilderness & remoteness over guidebook tourist destinations; intentional, mindful travel over superficial sightseeing; discovery & learning opportunities over photo opportunities; and rustic, physical experiences over easy, mass-market ones. My aim is simple & sincere: To share a travel experience that's not just fun, but meaningful; not just good for us, but good for the world; not just a social-media moment, but a memory for life.

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