West Coast Hiking Adventure Tour | Lagos, Algarve, Portugal

The
'Classic'
Adventure

Group or Private

TOUR OPTION

Full-day (8h)

LENGTH

Sunset & dinner

INCLUDES

€89/p

PRICE

My signature, full-package West Coast experience

This isn’t just a hike—it’s a hands-on, handcrafted journey into the Algarve’s wildest, most breathtaking corners. Not a checklist tour, not another photo-op: This is an adventure that connects you to the land, the history, and yourself.

We’ll hike, move, explore, and experience the coast with all our senses, before finishing at the End of the World for a delicious & well-earned sunset picnic dinner and wine.

This is an adventure that goes beyond the guidebooks, one few travelers (or even locals) ever get to experience.

Ready to experience the Algarv'es wild side? Let's go West!

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Highlights

This is not a sightseeing tour, it's an experience.
Here's are some of the top things we'll do:

>> TRAVEL WEST – With windows down and music up, we'll take a beautiful drive to the West coast, Europe's most Southwestern edge.

>> ESCAPE THE CROWDS – Forget the tourist spots. We’ll explore hidden corners and secret landscapes that even locals don’t know exist.

>> HIKE & EXPLORE – Hike Portugal’s tallest sea cliffs, dramatic beaches, and panoramic viewpoints—all at a relaxed, immersive pace.

>> DISCOVER THE LAND'S STORIES – From ancient history to wild foraging, we’ll explore the Algarve’s rich past and present through storytelling, legend, lessons, and all our senses.

>> FEEL THE ENERGY – Stand at the edge of the continent, where the Atlantic roars, the cliffs soar, and the wind howls, and you will feel it.

>> SLOW DOWN & SOAK IT IN – This isn’t a race. We’ll take time to pause, breathe, listen, and truly appreciate the beauty around us.

>> SWIM IN THE SEA – A chance to refresh & recharge in the wild Atlantic, always optional but always a good idea.

>> SUNSET AT THE EDGE OF EUROPE – Watch the sun dip below the horizon from our own private clifftop viewpoint, away from the crowds.

>> A WELL EARNED FEAST – End the day with a homemade Algarvian picnic spread of regional tapas & local wine, crafted with care and served under the open sky.

>> SQUEEZE EVERY LAST DROP – Make the most of every moment before returning refreshed, rewarded, and ready for a good night’s sleep :)

Choose your adventure

Two options—same unforgettable journey.

For solo travelers, couples, & small groups

Small-Group Tour

Small group, big adventure.

Join a Small-Group Tour and share the experience (and the cost!) with a team of adventurers.

Duration: Full-day, 8 hours

Timing: From afternoon until dark (based on sunset time)

Tour size 4-12 people

Ages: 14+

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For families with kids & groups of all kinds

Private Tour

An adventure just for you.

Make the experience yours, and we can tailor it to match your interests, abilities, hope, and dreams.

Duration: Full-day: 7.5 hours; Half-day option: 5.5 hours

Time: Custom, but it's recommended to stay for the sunset

Group size: 2-16 people

Ages: All

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Price

Group Tours:

€89/person

Some discounts available: See Here.

Private Tours:

Start at €350 for a full-day tour. See prices Here.

Availability

Apr - Oct: Trips depart 3-4 times per week.
Nov - Mar: Private Tours only. Just ask!

Duration

Full-day, about 8 hours.

Private Tours can be shorter, but I recommend a minimum of 5-6 hours.

Tour Times

Approximate times, adjusted for sunset:

May - July: 2:00pm-10:00pm
Mar - Apr / Aug - Sep: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Oct: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Nov - Feb: 12:00pm - 7:00pm (in Winter, the tour is shorter, with sunset snacks instead of a full dinner)

Private Tours can be adjusted as needed.

Includes

✔ Dinner & wine – Fresh, nourishing, locally sourced.

✔ Transportation – From Lagos or West of Lagos.

✔ Gear rental – Backpacks, jackets, raingear, beach towels, water bottles, and hiking poles, as needed.

✔ Licensed & experienced guide (that’s me!).

✔ Insurance – You’re covered.

Transportation

Pickup & Drop-off: From Lagos.
Meeting Point: Just outside Lagos, walkable from downtown. Exact location provided after booking.
Staying West of Lagos? It's better to meet in Vila do Bispo or on the N125 roadside, instead.
Drop-off: After the tour, I will bring you anywhere in Lagos.

What to bring

I will provide a detailed packing list after booking, but it's all pretty basic:

✔ Shoes (any type will do, but hiking or athletic shoes are best)

✔ Water bottle

✔ Sun protection

✔ Swimsuit & towel (if you want to swim!)

✔ Warm layers for after sunset

✔ A backpack (to put it all in)

I can provide backpacks, jackets, towels, waterbottles, and other essentials if needed!.

Group Size

Group Tours: Usually 6-8, max 12.
Private Tours: Ideal for groups of 4-8, but all size groups are welcome.

Age Restriction

Group Tour: 14+ only.
Private Tour: All ages welcome!

Dinner

A homemade Algarvian tapas feast—fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced. Expect grilled meats, local farmer's veggies and salads, regional cheeses, special spreads, seasonal fruit, fresh bread, delicious red wine, and more.

Dietary Accommodations:

Vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free friendly.
Meat, cheese, & bread are served on the side.
Have allergies? Just let me know in advance!

Activity Level

This tour is active but accessible. It’s for you if you:

✔ Have a normal-good level of health & fitness.

✔ Don’t mind putting in a little effort for big rewards.

✔ Are willing to face challenges with a smile.

✔ Have a sense of curiosity & adventure.

Group Tours are adapted to meet the interests and energy levels of the group, and every group is different. My aim is to create an experience that strikes a thoughtful balance between movement & relaxation, adventure & reflection, challenge & reward. No prior experience or special skills are needed. Expect to work hard at times, and have fun doing so.

Private Tours are fully tailored to meet your group's fitness and energy levels, no matter how bold or modest. At minimum, however, expect to do a few hours of gentle, intermittent walking. From there, we can scale the adventure up and up.

Hiking Distance & Terrain

Usually 8-12km with 200-400m elevation gain, spread out over 5 hours of trail time.
Focus is on quality, not quantity—We'll work hard at time, but we'll move at a relaxed pace, with plenty of stops to soak in the views, hear stories, and enjoy the moment.
Expect some rugged, uneven trails with loose rocks and hills that can be challenging and slow-going, but no extreme difficulty.

Private Tours can be dialed up or down to match your interests and abilities.

Heights and Fears

A little discomfort with heights is totally normal. No matter your initial hesitation, I'm confident you will love the experience.

✔ We will be near cliff edges, but you’ll never be forced to stand too close or do anything unsafe.

✔ If heights make you uneasy, that’s okay—you may even surprise yourself!

✔ If you have a severe fear, let me know in advance, and I’ll adjust the route to keep you comfortable.

✔ If you have a true phobia (even thinking about cliffs makes you panic), this may not be the right tour for you.

Still unsure? Please see the "FAQ" tab above for more info, then contact me.

Older Guests

My tours are inclusive and accessible to a wide range of ages and abilities, and I regularly have guests in their 60s and beyond.

✔ No extreme endurance or special athleticism is needed, but you should be healthy, lead an active lifestyle, and feel comfortable with some basic full-body mobility and moving on loose, uneven terrain.

Still unsure? See the "FAQ" tab above for more details, then contact me for more info.

Weather

A little wind or rain is part of the adventure. But don’t worry, it’s mostly sunshine here!

Here's what you need to know:

The West Coast has its own microclimate—it’s much cooler than the rest of the Algarve.
Heat? Never a problem, even in summer! The West Coast is always a refreshing break from the heat.
Rain? Only in winter (Nov - Apr), but it can also be sunny for weeks at a time.
Forecast looks bad? Don’t panic! The West Coast weather changes fast, and forecasts are unreliable. That’s why I almost never cancel beforehand—instead, we go and see for ourselves before we make any decision.
If needed, I’ll adjust the tour to suit the conditions. And if the weather is unsafe or seriously unfun, we’ll cancel and refund for what was missed.

Itinerary

A Journey in Four Simple Steps

I don’t follow a strict checklist itinerary—every trip is unique, shaped by the season, the group, and the day itself. But every adventure follows the same essential rhythm:

Step 1: Get Ready

We begin with a friendly introduction under a shady tree in Lagos, setting the stage for the day ahead. Through maps, stories, and a little imagination, we get a sense of our team and where we’re going—physically and mentally.

Then, we hop into my classic VW van, turn the music up and windows down, and head West for about 35 minutes of countryside driving, leaving the busy Algarve for the remote & magical Costa Vicentina Nature Reserve on the Algarve's West coast.

<< 1 hr >>

Step 2: Adventure

This is where we move, explore, and experience the land with all our senses. We’ll hike through hidden trails, along towering sea cliffs, and down to dramatic, secluded beaches, pausing along the way to listen, feel, and take it all in.

Expect about 8-12km of hiking, with a few solid hills—but this isn’t a race. We go slow and steady, with plenty of time to rest, reflect, and recharge. And if the conditions allow? We take a dip in the Atlantic—always optional, always worth it.

<< 5 hr >>

Step 3: The Sunset Feast

Served tapas-style on the cliffs at the edge of Europe, our picnic is a celebration of Algarvian flavors—everything is homemade, hand-selected, and locally sourced. This isn’t something you’ll find in a restaurant; it’s fresh, fun, creative, nourishing, and full of surprises.

Paired with local wine and an epic sunset? The perfect reward for our big efforts.

<< 1.5 hr >>

Step 4: Return

As the last light fades, we'll squeeze every last drop out of the day before heading back under the rising stars. Expect to return tired, happy, full, and deeply satisfied—and ready for a good night's sleep, guaranteed :)

<< 45 min >>