ACTIVITIES IN THE ALGARVE

Fancy a surf? Maybe a sunrise kayak? Or perhaps a skydive from 15,000 feet?

Activities

The Algarve has fast become one of the most popular destinations for activity holidays. With fantastic weather, beautiful beaches, world-class surf sports and national parks such as the Costa Vicentina, it’s the perfect place to step out of your comfort zone and try something new. With so many activities to choose from you’ll be spoilt for choice!  If you’re coming in summer, we recommend pre-booking activities to avoid disappointment.  

Prices are correct at the time of writing though may be subject to change.

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An Algarve guest with instructor on a Tandem skydive near Portimao
An Algarve guest skydives as a tandem with an experienced instructor
Feel safe and secure with experienced skydiving instructors

SKY DIVING

An unforgettable experience. This has got to be the most amazing ‘selfie’ you will ever post, a thrill that defies belief and spectacular views of the Algarve coastline that only those brave enough to jump out of a plane at 15,000 ft could ever hope to experience. Book on Arrival.

• The Algarve #1 skydive experience!
• Tandem jumps include tuition and equipment
• Beginner and advanced lessons
• Jump from the highest altitude in Europe

Sky DivingHeightPrice
Tandem Jump10000 ft169
Tandem Jump15000 ft209

An Algarve guest with instructor on a Tandem skydive near Portimao
An Algarve guest skydives as a tandem with an experienced instructor
Feel safe and secure with experienced skydiving instructors
An Algarve guest leaping to clear Atlantic waters below
A guided coasteering tour along the coastline near Sagres
Take a guided coasteering tour along the cliffs

COASTEERING

Try coasteering, climb along the edge of the stunning Algarve coastline and jump and swim into the Atlantic Ocean. Our team can show you the best spots to jump in from, places to slide down or caves to swim through. The Algarve coast is your playground. Book on Arrival.

• Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels
• All equipment included
• Explore hidden beaches, cliffs and rock formations.

CoasteeringDurationPrice €
Cliff jumping
Rock climbing
Swimming through caves		Free transport3 hours55

An Algarve guest leaping to clear Atlantic waters below
A guided coasteering tour along the coastline near Sagres
Take a guided coasteering tour along the cliffs
The Algarve Wakeboard Parque provides flat, calm conditions

Wakeboard like a pro with lessons from a pro
A sporty adventurer having fun on a Wakeboarding lesson

WAKEBOARD CABLE PARQUE

The only cable wakeboard parque in the Algarve offers ideal calm flat conditions that will get you up on a board in no time. Discover the thrill of wakeboarding! Book on Arrival.

• Beginners course guarantees to get you up on a board
• Beginners to advanced lessons
• Ramps and jumps to test the more advanced
• Master cable wakeboarding and get ready for the sea.
• Westsuit and all equipment included. Cafe on site.

Wakeboard ParquePrice
Beginners Course60
Advanced 20 mins wakeboarding32

The Algarve Wakeboard Parque provides flat, calm conditions

Wakeboard like a pro with lessons from a pro
A sporty adventurer having fun on a Wakeboarding lesson
The Algarve has clear waters, blue skies and an ever-present breeze
The Algarve has an abundance of watersports and is great for sailing
The expert guides will offer you a safe and fun experience

SAILING

Praia da Luz catches the ‘Nortada’, an offshore wind coming from the north, providing excellent conditions for windsurfing. Winds are often at their best late afternoon. Book on Arrival.

• Includes all equipment and instruction
• Safety boat and safety briefing
• Beginner and advanced lessons

SailingHoursPrice
Hobie Cat Wave 13rental per hour30
Dart 26rental per hour35
Lessons1 hr 30 mins50

The Algarve has clear waters, blue skies and an ever-present breeze
The Algarve has an abundance of watersports and is great for sailing
The expert guides will offer you a safe and fun experience
A guest windsurfing stylishly on the Atlantic Ocean
Luz and Lagos offer windsurfing perfection for AltaVista guests

WINDSURFING

The large sweeping bay of Praia da Luz creates ideal conditions for windsurfing with long reaches.  Late afternoon brings the ‘Nortada’ winds so clip on your harness as you glide across the bay. Book on Arrival.

• All equipment and instruction
• Safety boat and safety briefing
• Beginner and advanced lessons

WindsurfingHoursPrice
Beginnersrental per hour25
Advancedrental per hour30
Lessons1 hr 30 mins50

A guest windsurfing stylishly on the Atlantic Ocean
Luz and Lagos offer windsurfing perfection for AltaVista guests
Beginners or advanced. AltaVista has wakeboard lessons for all skills
An Algarve guest improving her waterski skills between Luz and Lagos
Book a Wakeboarding package at AltaVista and we will have you smiling

WATERSKI / WAKEBOARDING

Experience the thrill of waterskiing or wakeboarding towed by one of our powerful speedboats.  Our experienced instructors will skilfully get the beginners up and gliding on the water and test the most advanced by creating a wake for jumps. Praia da Luz is just a few minutes walk from AltaVista. Book on Arrival.

• Powerful speedboat and experienced instructors
• Beginners to advanced
• Calmest waters are usually in the morning

Power BoatPrice
Waterskiing15 mins25
Wakeboarding15 mins25
Lessons15 mins50

Beginners or advanced. AltaVista has wakeboard lessons for all skills
An Algarve guest improving her waterski skills between Luz and Lagos
Book a Wakeboarding package at AltaVista and we will have you smiling
Hire a Jet Ski from the beach at Luz and feel the buzz
Two excited guests try a jet ski in Luz near Lagos
Go solo or team up with a friend in Luz on a jet ski. What a thrill.

JETSKI

The sweeping bay of Luz and calm waters provide ideal conditions for these powerful machines with a designated safe course out at sea where you can enjoy the thrills and excitement of fast turns and speed. Get wet and have a blast. Book on Arrival.

• No licence needed. No speed limits
• Lifejacket and fuel included
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JetskiingHoursPrice
Up to 2 persons20 mins50
Up to 2 persons30 mins70

Hire a Jet Ski from the beach at Luz and feel the buzz
Two excited guests try a jet ski in Luz near Lagos
Go solo or team up with a friend in Luz on a jet ski. What a thrill.