Praia dos Arrifes

Speed & jet boat tours

Sail for 3 hours around the Algarve Coast aboard an impressive schooner sailing boat and discover picturesque villages, beautiful beaches, and impressive rocky cliffs.   Depart from the Marina of Vilamoura and head west where you can see the extensive beach of Falésia, followed by the fishing village of Olhos d'Agua (eyes of the water). Continuing your journey, the boat slips through the water past all the tiny beaches with their red sand cliffs. Sail past Albufeira, which was a fishing village but now is a vibrant tourist location. Admire the steep cliffs of São Rafael and stunning rock formations. In good sea conditions there is a stop for a swim in the ocean and a visit to one of the sea caves. Feel the splash of the waves and the wind in the sails as the ship start turning around near Galé. Get a chance to help with the hoisting of the sails or assist the captain at the helm. With luck, spot dolphins swimming alongside the boat.

See panoramic cliff views, incredible beaches and the historic sites of Albufeira's old town. Enjoy a relaxing and fun trip by tuk tuk. Meet your driver and journey first to see the marina and some boat views. Travel to the top of the cliffs at Baleeira. Witness its charming lighthouse and panoramic sightlines of up to 50 kilometers. Next, travel down a scenic coastal road to the beautiful beach of São Rafael. Then its time to journey to the east side and see the monuments and narrow streets of the old town. After a visiting the charming beach at Santa Eulália, finish your tour at the village of Olhos de Água, enjoying a view of the beach from a secret spot.

Discover the charm of Albufeira on a guided jeep tour. Visit Albufeira west coast beaches like Praia do Castelo, Praia dos Arrifes and Praia da Galé. Take in the sights in the old town and learn about local history as you see ancient Arabic ruins. Be picked up from a centrally-located meeting point in the city. Hop aboard a comfortable jeep, feel the ocean breeze and sunshine on your face as you make your way to the golden sands of Praia dos Arrifes. Visit the beach and admire the turquoise waters and uniquely-formed cliffs. Drive to Praia do Castelo beach and admire how it is sheltered by towering cliffs. Continue to the long stretch of soft sand that makes up Praia da Galé. Make your way into the Old Town to see white washed houses and churches, streets laid in elegant patterns, and boutique shops. View what remains of an old Arab fortification. Go to the marina to take in lauxary boats and vividly colored apartment buildings. Stop to capture pictures of a local lighthouse on the cliffs. Pass by the Salgados lagoon for the chance to spot endemic birds. Return to your meeting point in Albufeira at the end of your tour.

The coast-to-coast quad tour of São Miguel will lead you off-road for an adrenaline-filled tour. With the help of your guide, pass trough water spots, check out the best views of the island, get up close with unreal nature. See the natural landscape of the island, taking in many famous landmarks along the way. Depending of the local where the activity is going trought, the lunch is going to be in a local restaurant with tipical food. Continues with the adventure before making your way back to the starting point filled with the strong emotions this unique tour provides.

View the sights in Albufeira in a fun way with a tuk-tuk tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off. Feel the thrill of zipping to sights like stunning beaches, the marina, and the Old Town in a tuk-tuk. Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodation in Albufeira in a tuk-tuk. Hop aboard and begin your sightseeing adventure. Let your hair blow in the wind on the way to the colorful marina where you can admire the yachts and take a picture at the lighthouse. Make your way to the golden sand beaches of Arrifes and Sao Rafael. Let your guide navigate through the charming white-washed and red-roofed buildings in the Old Town. Return to your accommodation in Albufeira at the end of your tour.

A super fun and absolutely unique pole dance activity perfect for groups! For birthdays, bachelorettes, team builds or a girls weekend away, this outdoor experience is the perfect way to spend a morning or afternoon celebrating a special occasion. With Algarve´s incredible ocean and rock formations as your backdrop, we will start with a small warm up before moving onto your full pole lesson. Your instructor will teach and demonstrate beginner moves such as walking, posing, sitting and spining around the pole. All of the moves are designed for absolute beginners, and there will be in-depth guidance and help given to each person throughout the class. We will then combine our newly learnt pole moves into a small choreography to dance together with friends along with your favourite songs! After your lesson we will take time to capture some amazing group photos all together and then we will finish with a glass of Prosecco (or 2!) to celebrate. After your activity, you will find yourself right on top of one of Algarve's most stunning beaches, where you can relax and have a well-deserved dip in the ocean. There is also a beautiful and typical Portuguese restaurant overlooking the sand just steps away from our experience location. Our activity takes places on the low cliffs of Praia dos Arrifes, approximately 10 minutes drive from main Albufeira. A taxi or Uber will easily be able to bring and pick you up before and after your experience with us. Alternatively, upon request, this activity is also available in the privacy of your own villa anywhere in the Algarve region. Take the stress out of organizing travel and let us come to you, maximizing your personal time, comfort and ease of your holiday. Available Add-ons: Open Prosecco Bar - Make it unlimited! One hour of free flow Prosecco & Mimosas plus extra dance time on the poles. Please note, this add-on is available for the full group only. Be sure to choose the correct number of participants on the check out. Drone Footage - Capture your special experience from above! From the lesson, to the dancing, posing and drinks, we will create a unique overview of your party to give you memories to last a lifetime! Includes: Unedited photos and high definition video footage (10-15) of your activity. Aerial Hoop: Bride - Surprise your bride to be and add a 15 minute exclusive photoshoot in our Aerial Lollipop that is dressed in white. Includes: 15-minute photoshoot in a decorated Aerial Lollipop.

One of the most incredible things to do in Albufeira is stroll along the coast. This short walk from Praia de Arrifes in Albufeira to Praia do Lourenço offers stunning views of some incredible beaches. This is a fairly easy 6km hike with dirt road the entire way and some steep sections. You will pass by some truly stunning beaches such as Praia dos Arrifes, Praia de São Rafael, Praia da Coelha, Praia do Castelo, Praia do Evaristo, Praia do Lourenço. There are also some secret caves and beaches that can only be accessed from the sea. The trail is constantly up and down, where you should be careful with some rocky sections. Don't forget to wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera and swimwear.