

Guided hikes & bespoke journeys in the Algarve's wildest places

Real adventures made for going deeper, not just seeing more
SINCE 2014
I get it: Sitting on the beach just isn't enough.
Join me on an immersive hiking ADVENTURE through the Algarve’s most extraordinary, off-the-beaten-path places. Full of hands-on discovery, storytelling, homemade food and room for surprises along the way, this is an adventure you’ll actually remember.
Let's plan something bigger.
Create a bespoke multi-day JOURNEY through the Algarve and beyond, built around you. Together, we’ll bring the trails, places, food and experiences actually worth your time into a hiking and active holiday that fits together from start to finish.
Let's get out there!
— T.J.

Guided by me
CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE
A wild hiking adventure deep into the Algarve's spectacular Costa Vicentina, ending with homemade tapas & wine at sunset.
My signature West Coast experience.
Join a Small-Group Tour or make a Private Tour
Let’s create a private Algarve adventure around your interests, your group and the kind of day you want to have.
Create your own adventure.
Private Tours for anyone with their own idea
Private adventures designed for retreats, teams, schools and other groups, adapted to your people, purpose and pace.
Bring your group on an adventure.
For group leaders, planners & organizers

The views are only the beginning
A DIFFERENT WAY TO EXPERIENCE THE ALGARVE
The best adventures aren't about ticking off sights or racing from A to B. They're about how we move, what we discover along the way, and the unexpected moments that become part of the story.
Every trip I lead or design starts with a few simple ideas:

Go where others don't
These aren't the usual trails to the usual places.
I’ve spent thousands of hours over exploring, designing, and refining my own routes to discover places and moments that you won’t find any other way.

Slow down and soak it up
There's more to a hike than getting to the end.
Along the way, I make plenty of space to pause, look closer, wander, and take it all in. The point isn’t simply to pass through the landscape, but to really experience it.

Leave room for surprises
Carefully crafted, but never scripted.
Each trip I lead or design is adapted to the people, conditions, and encounters along the way. That's the secret sauce that turns a tour into an adventure.

Earn the views
The best places take a bit of effort to reach.
That's why we'll use our legs, hearts and whole bodies to explore this place. The only requirement? A bit of hard work and a spirit for adventure.

Bring the land to life
This place has stories to tell.
I’ll help reveal the hidden layers of the land — from rocks and wind to human history and traditions — so you'll leave with a real appreciation for this remarkable coastline.

Taste the place
There's no better way to know a place than through the flavors that come from the land.
That’s why my adventures include homemade food, and my journeys seek out the best local food along the way.
Do your own research
NOW SEE WHAT OTHERS HAVE SAID
5/5 from 1,000+ reviews and 7,000+ guests over 13 years
#westcoastlagos - Taken on tour by my guests
@izzyfbaby
Bucket list-worthy hike with @westcoastlagos.
A truly unforgettable day.
@stephweiland
Today, I traveled to the end of the world. My heart is so full it's bursting. It has been the most incredible experience.
@eat_shoot_love
What an incredibly wonderful adventure with T.J. So thankful for this amazing day!
@sunsetsandcoconuts
It was far more than just a hike. It was a learning experience, intellectually and spiritually. Trust me. Do it.
@matt.ryall
Was really surprised how a shared experience of nature can make a group of strangers feel as though they've known each other forever.
@thesneakylens
Another huge shoutout to @westcoastlagos for a beautiful and wild hike. Doesn’t get much better than this.
@sunnycbunny
An awe-inspiring day on the west coast of Portugal with the best tour guide.
@samgoldk
Today I chased a sunset to the end of the world. It was beyond amazing.
@karinshhh
Highlight of our trip. Truly one of the best experiences!
THANK YOU T.J.🙏












