Activities to try

Zoomarine is a large oceanographic theme park located on the EN125 between Alcantarilha and Guia.

Why not take your family there to enjoy a wonderful day watching dolphins, seals, sharks, turtles, exotic birds, seabirds, crocodiles and tropical fish.

Zoomarine’s characteristics, exhibitions and shows of an exceptionally high standard make it unique in Portugal.

In a tranquil setting offset by lakes and gardens Zoomarine has created the right environment to reveal “the secrets of the sea”.

The park has all the requisite amenities you need for a happy family outing: restaurants, shops, amusements and swimming pools.

Aqualand is an aquatic park with all sorts of attractions for elders and youngsters, located near Lagoa. It has a souvenir shop, kiosk, restaurant and several aquatic attractions. A non-stop fun day at the Aqualand park will cater to the delights of those who like action!

Located in the centre of the Algarve and within easy reach of all tourists- open from 29th April to 28th September.

 The Water Park provides 6 hectacres of family fun to occupy you for the whole day. Within the landscaped gardens is a choice of thrills that offer speed, excitement, or just easy going pleasure.

To find out more about them why not visit their website.

 www.pinetreesridingcentre.com

Pinetrees is a British run riding school in a 5 star holiday resort: a unique combination. It can be found 5km south of Almancil which is a 20 min's. drive from Faro airport, between Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo and about 2 km from Ancão beach.

Its location provides excellent terrain for horse riding with an abundance of sandy tracks and open land, wild flowers and herbs, and not far from the golden sandy beach and nature reserve.