Albufeira: Algarve Safari — Full day · Land Rover (hard-top)
Highlights
- ✓Cork and the cork oaks, told by the people who live off them
- ✓Crystal-clear natural springs up in the hills
- ✓A local farm, with regional liqueurs and honey
- ✓The ruins of one of the last castles taken from the Moors, and villages of Arab influence
- ✓Free pick-up in Albufeira
About this activity
7 hours with Zebra · crystal-clear springs, cork, and the ruins of one of the last castles taken from the Moors. Lunch optional.
Seven hours through the Algarve's interior, by Land Rover and off the road, with free pick-up in Albufeira. The day takes you to crystal-clear springs in the middle of the hills — with a swim when the weather allows —, to everything there is to know about cork and cork oaks, and to the ruins of one of the last castles taken from the Moors.
You cross old villages where the Arab influence can still be seen, with a stop to taste the traditional liqueurs and the region's honey. The traditional lunch is optional, and you can also bring your own meal.
Itinerary
- 1Pick-up at your accommodation (Albufeira area)
- 2Hills and 4x4 tracks across the interior
- 3Swim in the crystal-clear springs (season and conditions permitting)
- 4Cork, the ruined castle and the villages of Arab influence
- 5Return to Albufeira in the late afternoon
What's included
- ✓4x4 all-terrain jeep trip (about 7 hours)
- ✓Experienced driver-guide
- ✓A stop at a local farm, with the regional liqueurs and honey
- ✓Free pick-up in Albufeira
- ✓Insurance for every passenger
Stops may be adjusted on the day, depending on weather or track conditions, and the produce of the land changes with the season.
Important information
What to bring
- Swimsuit and towel
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Comfortable footwear
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity.
This deadline is the operator’s and applies to bookings made online. If you book with us on request, our own booking conditions apply. Booking conditions for direct requests.
The departure depends on a minimum group. If it does not go ahead, you can choose a new date or get a full refund.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What languages is the activity in?
The crew or guide speak Portuguese and English.
Will we see wild animals?
This is not an African safari. You may see foxes, wild rabbits, boar and various birds, but the focus is exploring traditional villages, stunning landscapes, local products and the 4x4 jeep adventure.
Where do you pick us up? Is pick-up included?
In Albufeira it is: pick-up and drop-off are free anywhere within the town. Outside it we still come for you — Armação de Pêra, Vilamoura and Quarteira — with a supplement per pick-up that depends on the option you choose and is shown at booking. What we need from you is the place: the hotel, the apartment, the street where you would rather wait. Without that address we have no way of knowing where to collect you, and it is the detail most often missing from a booking. The exact time is confirmed with your booking.
Can I bring small children?
For safety and insurance reasons, children under 7 cannot take part. We can recommend partners with covered jeeps that accept younger children.
How many people fit in a jeep?
Each jeep carries 7 to 8 people.
Can pregnant people or those with back problems go?
Yes, but it is not advised. Participation is possible upon signing a liability waiver.
Can I bring my pet?
On a shared departure, no — the jeep is full and not everyone is comfortable with animals. If yours is a lap-sized pet, talk to us before booking: we ask the operator and the other passengers on that departure, and if everyone agrees it can come. On a private departure the conversation is just between you and the operator, and it is far simpler.
What is the food like on the full-day tour?
Traditional Portuguese food. Vegetarian and vegan options are available if you let us know in advance; any other dietary requirement should be mentioned when you book.
From €57