Horse Riding
There are many riding centres with Lusitano horses for adults and ponies for children. Those who have not been in a saddle for a while may want to take a few lessons before riding out over sand dunes or on trails though pine forests.
Watersports (in Luz)
On Meia Praia and Praia da Luz beaches there are watersports centres. Try out a Banana Boat trip, parasailing, pedal boats or other seasonal activities.
Krazyworld
This is a Theme park with tropical pools and live shows with crocodiles and snakes, crazy golf, fairground rides, and a petting farm. Suitable for younger children.
Scuba Diving
The Marina Dive Time is the newest PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) dive centre on the Algarve and the instructors can take you from Discover Scuba Diving to the PADI open water diving course. There are also daily boat dives, night dives and 1-to-1 executive courses available.
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Slide and Splash
For an active day out, this water park has various slides for all ages. Ideal for the whole family and only 20 minutes drive away. For the braver amongst you, try the Kamakazi or the Black Hole. For transport details and your 10% discount please ask at Reception!
Surfing (in the West Coast)
If you've never done this cool sport before, now is your chance! The western Algarve is full of fabulous surf beaches. "Extreme Algarve" offer a full days surf experience with qualified instructors. Lunch is provided so all you need is a towel, sun block and bags of enthusiasm!
Zoo (Lagos)
A popular day out especially with younger children. The ethos of the zoo is to promote education alongside conservation and often animals are bred in the zoo for return to the wild. There are many primates at the zoo and 3 interconnecting islands are inhabited by a large troop of monkeys. There are also children's play areas.
ZooMarine
This aquatic-focused zoo also has a fairground and a large swimming pool to make a perfect day out for the whole family. Throughout the day there are various shows featuring dolphins, seals or exotic birds, and a birds of prey exhibition. For those who love dolphins there is an interaction programme where you can swim with the dolphins; pre-booking is essential. FUN GUARANTEED!