About this experience
What to expect
Most visitors experience only the Algarve’s sunny beaches and charming villages. This adventure reveals a completely different side of the region: the wild West Coast, part of the Costa Vicentina Natural Park, where soaring cliffs, hidden beaches, and remote trails create an unforgettable edge-of-the-world feeling. Every tour is personally designed and led by me, following routes I’ve spent years discovering and refining and which no other tours will bring you to. I keep groups small so we can explore at a relaxed pace, adapt to the day’s conditions, and visit places larger tours simply can’t reach. Along the way, I bring the landscape to life through local stories, natural history, and hands-on discovery. To finish, we share a homemade sunset tapas picnic with local wine. I prepare every meal myself because I believe great adventures deserve a memorable ending. This isn’t a big tour company following a script—it’s a personal experience I’ve been sharing and refining since 2014.
What's included
- Private transportation
- Transportation amenities
- Drop off: At your door (Lagos only)
- Other
- Sunset is time for a glass of wine (or two!)
- Food and drink
- Alcoholic beverages
- All Fees and Taxes
- As needed: Water bottles and water fill-ups.
- Bottled water
- Backpacks, water bottles, wind & rain protection, warm jackets, beach towels & more, provided as needed..
- A delicious, home-made, sunset picnic dinner of Algarvian tapas. It's healthy, nourishing, & friendly to all eaters.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Designed for healthy, active people with a moderate level of fitness.
- This is a full-day tour, but not a full day of hiking. We hike for about 4 hours (8–10 km / 5–6 miles) at a relaxed pace, with plenty of breaks.
- Expect uneven terrain, including some rocky, loose, steep, and sometimes slippery trails.
- No hiking experience is needed, but you should have good balance, mobility, and confidence walking on uneven ground.
- We’ll be near tall cliffs, but you’ll never be required to go closer than you’re comfortable with.
- The most important requirement is a positive attitude and a willingness to embrace a little challenge with a smile.
- If you’re over 60, please be confident in your fitness, balance, and mobility. If you enjoy long walks and can comfortably hike uphill, you’ll likely do just fine.
- Group tours are for ages 14+. Families with younger children are welcome on a Private Tour by contacting me directly..
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.