What to do and see in Algarve, Portugal: The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas

October 19, 2021 Alice Mieles

The Algarve's sunny shores offer perfect escapes for all types, from those seeking the hot nightlife of flashy, energetic Lagos to those desiring secluded stays in rambling Sagres. Portugal's most southerly region offers historical attractions in former Moorish capital Silves and fascinating Tavira, great golf, fabulous beaches from Praia da Luz to Armacao de Pera, thermal springs at Caldas de Monchique, and miles of limestone caves and grottoes, cliffs and bays along its rugged coastline.
Restaurants in Algarve

1. Hidroespaco

Loja 2 Rua das Laranjeiras, Faro 8005-446 Portugal +351 289 862 500 [email protected] http://www.hidroespaco.blogspot.com
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Hidroespaco

In Hidroespaço, we take you diving in the coast of Faro, in locations such as shipwrecks, artificial and natural reefs, archaeological tour and in Ria Formosa (seahorses). To accomplish our goals we rely on our team of instructors, dive guides and employees in different areas, all with one common passion: the underwater world. Come and enjoy a pleasant trip through the Ria Formosa and explore a different point of view of Faro, Faro Underwater.

2. Algarve Carp Fishing

Apartado 2136, Portimao 8501-902 Portugal +351 282 101 795 [email protected] http://www.algarvecarpfishing.com
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CARP FISHING HOLIDAYHideaway LakesThe only privately owned and stocked fresh water fishing venue in the Algarve.Set in 250 acres of spectacular countryside and boasting over 20 acres of pristine fishing lakes. This is a prestige carp and large mouth bass venue.

3. Trilhos do Algarve

Alporchinhos Sra da Rocha, Lagoa 8400-405 Portugal +351 969 649 099 [email protected] http://www.trilhosdoalgarve.com
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Trilhos do Algarve

Trilhos do AlgarveÉ um projecto que visa dar a conhecer os trilhos do Algarve em vídeo.

4. Lagoa dos Salgados

Gale, Albufeira 8200 Portugal http://www.walkalgarve.com/lagoa-dos-salgados-pera-marsh-birding-site
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Lagoa dos Salgados

Reviewed By Lesterbeach - Winnipeg, Canada

Lots of flamingos this year, as well as ducks, herons, egrets, cormorants and even spoonbills. There is a long boardwalk following the beach. The bird blind on the way has a poster describing the birds you can see. A beautiful spot.

5. Ria de Alvor Nature Reserve

Alvor, Portimao Portugal
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Ria de Alvor Nature Reserve

Reviewed By JaniceHalfmoon

This is a beautiful walk on a very well-maintained boardwalk along the estuary with interconnected paths starting in town and along the beach. Always interesting to watch the tidal changes and all of the fish and bird life around the estuary. If you are really ambitious you can walk out to the jetty.

6. Ria Formosa Natural Park

Olhao Portugal +351 289 700 210 http://www.algarve-tourist.com/faro-es/playa-praia-de-faro-algarve-es.html
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Ria Formosa Natural Park

Reviewed By 318ninas - St Ives, United Kingdom

When we arrived at the park having read the reviews I was expecting maybe it wouldn't fill our afternoon, well I was wrong. For a minimal price of £2.80 my partner and I had an amazing afternoon walking the park watching the waders, cormorants, Egrets both white and grey, numerous gulls and beautiful Herons of which there are many varieties. The bird hospital was closed on our visit but is there for a very functional reason of treating wild birds and releasing them back into the wild. The Tidal Water Mill was very interesting and the scenery spectacular. Its all there in this little oasis, you have to slow down and look for it. We were treated to seeing the Fiddler crabs before we left. The attendant upon our entrance was very attentive and gave us a map in English pointing out all facilities leaving a written contact number should we require help. His English was very good, although maps were written in several languages. This is conservation at its best, on a hot day take a picnic, binoculars and stay the day!

7. Parque Rural Canino "Quinta dos Patudos"

Monte Branco Estrada Nacional 270, Km 2,9, Sao Bartolomeu de Messines 8375-072 Portugal +351 933 715 709 http://quintadospatudos.pt/

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