Carvoeiro:
Is a delightful former fishing village, ideally situated for exploring the Algarve . The town accommodates most holiday needs with its tourist centre, bars, banks, pharmacy, moped, car and bicycle rental outlets and a variety of restaurants. The central square leads directly on to the beach backed by sandstone cliffs so typical of the Algarve. The coast road leads east and west from the square to a number of secluded coves.
What to do?:
Boat trips can be taken from the beaches at Carvoeiro and Benagil to less accessible beaches, coves and caves along the coast. Horse riding, Snorkelling, Tennis and water sports are all available nearby. There are also two water parks ('Slide and Splash' and 'Big One') and ‘Zoomarine’, a marine theme park, all within a short drive. The tranquillity of the mountains, the pine forests of Monchique and the ancient Moorish walled town of Silves, the latter only 15 kilometres away, make pleasant inland excursions. Alternative, but equally enjoyable, excursions can be made to the old port of Portimao and to Lagos
Golf Information:
The Algarve is a golfers paradise and Carvoeiro has more than its fair share of interesting courses. Vale de Milho, a picturesque but testing 9 hole par 3 course, is within short drive. Two 18 hole courses - Vale de Pinta and Gramacho - are close to Carvoeiro (5kms). Championship courses are available at Penina (25 minutes) and Quinta de Lago (30 minutes). Many other courses are within 30 to 40 minutes drive.