Lagos | Algarve | Portugal
THE
CLASSIC
ADVENTURE
DURATION: FULL-DAY - JOIN A SMALL GROUP TOUR OR MAKE A PRIVATE TOUR
The original, quintessential West Coast hiking adventure.
My signature tour experience, with dinner and a sunset.
Join me for a journey to the most awesome & undiscovered corners of the Algarve, finishing at the edge of Europe for a magical sunset dinner and wine.
Full of movement, wonder, stories, laughter, and learning, plus a one-of-a-kind foodie experience to finish it off, this is a truly unforgettable Algarve travel experience.
Okay, here's the plan:
Each tour is unique, but on every tour we will...
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>> GO WEST to the Costa Vicentina Natural Park.
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>> ESCAPE THE CROWDS to explore the most hidden & undiscovered corners of the coast.
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>> HIKE across Portugal's tallest cliffs, most dramatic landscapes & most secret beaches.
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>> LEARN the land's rich natural & cultural history up-close, using stoytelling & all our senses.
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>> SLOW DOWN to relax, reflect, listen, & appreciate our surroundings.
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>> SWIM IN THE SEA to refresh & recharge, if we want (optional but encouraged!).
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>> WATCH THE SUNSET from our own clifftop viewpoint at the edge of Europe.
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>> ENJOY a well-earned picnic dinner of unique Algarvian tapas plus wine.
Choose your option :
1. Join a Group Tour
Small group, big adventure.
Share the experience (and the cost!) with a small team of like-minded travelers, all working together toward a common goal.
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>> Best for : Solo travelers, couples & small groups.
>> Age: 14+
>> Group Size : 4-12 people.
2. Create a Private Tour
An adventure just for you.
Own the day and tailor the experience to meet your group's hopes & dreams, no matter how bold or modest they are.
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>> Best for : Families with kids, or any group of 5+ people.
>> Age: All ages
>> Group Size : Any!
The Itinerary:
There is no checklist itinerary here. Instead, I craft each adventure around four simple, essential steps.
Step 1: Get set
After a playful group introduction and orientation, using maps, stories, and imagination, we'll drive West through the beautiful Algarve countryside to the remote Costa Vicentina Natural Park.
>> 1 hour
Step 2: The Adventure
This is when we hike, move, learn, play, and immerse ourselves in the wild. We will work hard, but always at a relaxed pace, going slow to listen, feel, relax, & appreciate our surroundings. If we can, we will recharge with a swim in the sea. The adventure is about quality, not quantity: Total hiking distance is about 8 - 12km, with a few big hills.
>> 5 hours
Step 3: Dinner & Sunset
Our journey ends at the end of Europe for a magical sunset clifftop picnic dinner, served "tapas" style, highlighting the regions rich tradition of flavors. Everything is homemade, hand-selected, & locally-sourced, and unique from anything you'll find at a restaurant. The result is fresh, fun, nourishing, & full of flavor.
>> 1+ hours
Step 4: Return to Civilization
We will return home from ours feeling refreshed, rewarded & ready for a good night sleep, guaranteed :)
>> 45 min
The Details:
If you have questions not answered here, read my FAQ Page for more details, then, Contact me if needed.
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For Private Tours, all details can be adjusted to meet your needs.
PRICE:​
High Season (July - Oct): €99/person
Mid Season (April - June): €89/person
Low Season: (Nov - March): €85/person
>> Some discounts available: See HERE.
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PRIVATE TOURS start at €400 for a full-day tour.
>> See prices HERE. ​​
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DURATION:
Full-day, 7.5 - 8 hours.
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TIMING:
From afternoon until after dark, based on the time of sunset.
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May - July: 2:00pm-10:00pm
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Mar - Apr; Aug - Sep: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
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October: 12:00pm-8:00pm
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Nov - Feb: 11:00am - 7:00pm
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AVAILABILITY:
Trips depart about 3-4 times per week. In the low-season, trips are "on demand."
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>> Simply Request a Booking to find your day.
INCLUDES:
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Dinner & wine: Fresh, nourishing, local, delicious.
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Transportation: From Lagos or West of Lagos.
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Equipment rental: Packs, jackets, towels, etc.
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Insurance + a trained & licensed guide: Me!
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ACTIVITY LEVEL:
My tours are designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all kinds. However, they are also active, physical experiences and so require...
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A normal-good level of health and fitness.
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The desire to put in a bit of hard work.
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The ability to overcome challenges with a smile :)
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A sense of curiosity & spirit for adventure.
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PRIVATE TOURS are customized to meet your group's interests and abilities, no matter how bold or modest.
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AGE REQUIREMENT:
GROUP TOUR: 14+ only.
PRIVATE TOUR: All ages!
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FOOD & DIETS:
Dinner is healthy and friendly to most all eaters, including veggie, vegan, dairy & gluten-free eaters. Meat, cheese, & bread are served on the side. For specific allergies, please inform me.​​