Wild Costa Vicentina
Surf, hiking trails and wild beaches on the Costa Vicentina. 3 days of adventure between Sagres and Aljezur.
The Costa Vicentina is Portugal’s wild side. Vertiginous cliffs, uncrowded beaches, coastal trails and perfect surf waves. Three days of pure adventure for those escaping mass tourism.
Day 1 — Sagres and the Edge
Morning: Surf lesson at Praia do Tonel. Consistent waves and schools for all levels.
Lunch: Gourmet burger at a surfer café in Sagres.
Afternoon: Cliff trail between Cape St. Vincent and Praia do Beliche. Dramatic landscapes.
🏖️ Praia do Beliche · 🏨 Hotels in Sagres
Day 2 — Carrapateira and Bordeira
Morning: Rota Vicentina trail (Carrapateira section). Breathtaking cliff-top views.
Lunch: Traditional tapas in Carrapateira.
Afternoon: Praia da Bordeira — a vast beach where you can walk for hours.
Day 3 — Aljezur and Odeceixe
Morning: Aljezur castle and Praia da Arrifana — epic waves and the coast’s most Instagrammable scenery.
Lunch: Grilled fish with Aljezur’s famous sweet potato.
Afternoon: Finish at Praia de Odeceixe, a river-and-sea beach surrounded by green hills.
🏖️ Praia de Odeceixe · 🏨 Hotels in Aljezur
Practical Tips
- Best time: May to October (surfing year-round)
- Getting there: 1h15 from Faro to Sagres
- What to bring: Swimsuit, hiking shoes, bodyboard