The choice is yours when it comes to the activites in Albufeira.  From the beaches to the Marine World to the all those restaurants and clubs Alberfira has it all. 

Fun Parks

Zoomarine is a fantastic ocean theme park, the best in southern Europe.  It offers great enterainment and education for children and adults alike, with super shows and exhibitions featuring dolphins, seals, sharks, parrots, crocodiles and other species. 

Slide & Splash

Slide & Splash boasts numerous fun water slides, ranging from very easy rides for very young children to the more challenging Kamikaze, Torrents and Black Hole for the big children of all ages.

Bellavista Leisure Park

Five minutes walk from the apartment is the fantastic Bellavista Leisure Park.  The activities available here include; Mini-golf, quad bikes, a football school, a tennis school and the fantastic fun factory.

Golf

"Algarve golf is amoung the top 10 destinations in the world"  IAGTO

The Algarve is considered to be one of the best golf destinations in the world.  The course layout, the beautiful landscape and the year round mild climate, are the reasons why golf players love playing here.  With over 30 courses close by it can be difficult to choose were to play.  See the golf section of this site for more details.

The apartment is less than 5 minutes from the new Albufeira Pitch & Putt 9 hole course which is due to open in the summer 2008.

Albufeira Pitch & Putt 9 Hole Course

Algarves Top Ten Attractions

0. The Algarve is renowned for its beaches, and some the best are minutes walk from the apartment.
0. Watersports, such as scuba diving, windsurfing and fishing, are all readily available.
0. The mountainous areas just inland from Albufeira is ideal for walking and biking. 
0. The fantastic water parks just where children can swim with dolphins and see other wild animals.
0. The night life in Albufeira is considered the best in Algarve.  Whether you would like to dance the night away in a night club, share a glass or two of wine over a fantastic meal or just sit on the apartments large balcony watching the sun go down, Albufeira has it all. The bars and cafes around the marine are not to be missed.                        
0. The fantastic cities of Lisbon & Seville are just over two hours away and may trips to these citys travel every day. (did you know that women over 60 and men over 65 get free travel in Portugal)
0. The unspoiled city of Tavira boasts many sights, including the intricately decorated 16th century Igreja da Misericordia, the fortifitied castke, the Roman bride, and the Convento da Nossa Senhora da Graca.
0. There are various jeep trips that take you into the mountains along the west coast and up into the hills behind Albufeira.
0. Golf is massive in the Algarve and the apartment is ideally positioned to visit the 30 courses in the area.
0. The are many hourse riding centres around Albufeira.  An early morning ride on the beach and then eating breakfast 'cowboy style' is an experience not to be missed.

Top Ten Trips

Note, In Albufeira you will be offered many trip.  From experience I have found Paradise Tours to be very good, however generaly trips are of a standard quality and price. The prices below are for information purposes only.

	1. Dolphin Interaction (Zoomarine) A unique opportunity to get to know and to interact with trained bottlenose dolphins, under the supervision of specialised professionals, participating simultaneously in sequences of aquatic behaviour. Age 8-years and upwards, there are additional rules.
	2. Zoomarine The number 1 Algarve destination for children and adults of all ages. Prices €FOC (Ages 0-4), €13 (Ages 5-10), €21,50 (Ages 11-64) €13 (Over 65 years)
	3. Slide & Splash The best water park in Europe, is situated is Lagoa.  Prices €17.50 (Adult), €14.50 (Children 5-10) €14,50 (Senior >65 years)
	4. Cruise the Algarve Experience the truly beautiful Algarvian coastline, caves, dolphins swimming in their natural habitat. The perfect way also to top-up that all important tan.
	5. Karting Almancil Why not have a day out at the inaugurated by Ayrton Senna, Godfather of the track. The track is a replica of the Brazil "Jacarepagua" track known in the Formula 1 world. In addition to the main track, there are two smaller tracks for children and toddlers. Also, trampolines and many other activites for the family
	6. Buggy Safari Fancy a day-out n the beautiful natural Algarve habitat, then this is the one for you. Collected by an air-conditioned minibus and driven into the Algarve countryside, then the Buggy Safari, followed by lunch and then a return Minibus to your resort. All drivers must have a driving licence and children can be a passenger over the age of 6-years.
	7. Lisbon Visit the capital of Portugal.  The entrance is via the famous 25th of April Bridge.  See the Belem Tower and the monument of the Martine Discoveries and visit the Jeronimo Monastery.
	8. Seville Marvel at the splendour of this beautifully historical town, the full day trip explores the melting pot of arts, sciences and commerce. Sightseeing tour to admire some monuments such as the Bullring, Tower of Gold and the Plaza d'Espana. Usually trips offer two options, either the Cultural Seville or the Shopping Seville.
	9. Silves Discover the ancient city of Silves with it's Moorish Castle and XIII century Cathedral. Also explore Foia (the highest point in the Algarve) and Monchique.  Prices €19.50
	10. Jeep Safari If it's fun, ecitement and adventure you're looking for then this is the trip for you. They take you on safari, off the beaten track, but straight into the heart of the Algarve. Medronho tasting at a local distillery and a delicious lunch.

The Algarve is renowned for its fresh fish, and menus will no doubt feature the local favourite dishes of pargo (bream), gambas (prawns), robalo (sea bass) and camaroes (swrimps)