Explore The Algarve Coast Cliffs And Caves
We explored the Algarve coast cliffs and caves on our visits to this southern part of Portugal. There were so many spots to enjoy the stunning shoreline views.
On our first visit to the Algarve, we loved our initial experiences on the amazing cliff sights. Day trips added the wilder Atlantic coastline sights.
On our second stay in the Algarve, we enjoyed the luxurious Pine Cliffs Resort with stunning cliff views all day and night. On day trips we got amazing cliff sights in Carvoeiro on the Algar Seco boardwalk and from the Ponta da Piedade in Lagos.
Staying On The Cliffs Above Praia Da Albandeira
On our first visit to the Algarve, we stayed in a resort on the cliffs above Praia da Albandeira. We followed the paths from the resort for our first view of the Algarve cliffs. Wandering, we caught different views of the rock arches and the coves below.
We walked a path that led us to a view of Praia da Albandeira (in Freguesia de Porches) below the cliffs. The sand beach was nestled in the cove. When we walked down to the beach at low tide, we got amazing views through the stone arches.
We certainly got an amazing first look at the Algarve coast cliffs and caves.
On The Atlantic Coast At Praia da Bordeira
On a day trip from our stay on the Algarve coast, we headed to the Atlantic shore and planned a stop at the Praia da Bordeira. As we neared the shore we saw a large, broad sandy beach. Following the road to the top, we parked and headed out on the boardwalk.
As we walked along the boardwalk we looked down and saw rocky coves where waves pounded in. The coastline views along the Atlantic coast were wild and untamed.
We settled in and watched the surfers as they rode the crashing waves in. The surfers provided our entertainment on this stop at the Praia da Bordeira.
A day trip to the Atlantic shore gave us a different view of the Algarve coast cliffs and caves.
Stop At The Farol do Cabo de Sao Vicente And Beliche
On our day trip to the Atlantic shore, we kept heading south along the coast until we hit the most southwest point and saw the Farol do Cabo de Sao Vicente. We saw the lighthouse on the point but the grounds were not open to visit.
We joined busloads of tourists and peered over the cliff at the sheer drops and the pounding waves. Another great spot to visit for views of the Algarve Cost cliffs and caves.
We continued along the shore and got a view of the Forte do Beliche. We wandered around the outside of this coastal fort but there was no way to get inside.
When we stopped down the road we got a view down to a rocky cove with a large sandy beach. The waves on this shore were calmer with gently swelling waves. So we were delighted when every now and then a surfer rode a wave in!
On a day trip to the Atlantic shore we found some great places to stop for Algarve coast cliffs and caves.
Algarve Coast Cliffs And Caves At Pine Cliff Resort On The Falesia Beach
On our return visit to the Algarve in Portugal, we stayed at the stunning Pine Cliffs Resort. The resort sat above the Falesia Beach and we had stunning cliff views all day and night. It sure enhanced our luxury stay at the Pine Cliffs Resort.
When we went down and enjoyed the beach, we got great views of the cliffs from the bottom. While we found calm waters on our visit, we could see the work that water and waves had done to erode the shoreline.
When we wandered in the neighbourhoods around the Pine Cliffs Resort we found another access point down to the Falasia Beach. It was another great place for views of the Algarve coast cliffs and caves.
Carvoeiro Beach And The Algar Seco Cliff Boardwalk
From our first visit to the Algarve region, we knew there were many stunning cliffs and caves along the Algarve Coast to explore. When we cruised from Barcelona to Lisbon we enjoyed one day in Portimao on the Algarve Coast. We passed on booking a day trip to the Benagil Caves and planned to visit them when we returned for a longer stay on the Algarve coast.
We planned a day trip to the Carvoeiro area for a boat tour into the Benagil Caves. But rough seas meant all boat tours to the Benagil Caves were cancelled that day. Even so, we sure enjoyed our visit to Carvoeiro. We started with a view from the water level in this charming beach town.
When we walked back to the top of the cliffs, we headed off along the boardwalk to Algar Seco. From the top we got great views of the shoreline cliffs.
At several points along the Algar Seco Cliff Boardwalk we found stairs that took us down the cliffs. The limestone rocks we found were fascinating and we saw how the caves were hollowed out of the cliffs by pounding waters.
We finished our walk by the large limestone pinnacle known as “A Boneca” or “the doll”. Walking down the stairs, we went through the cave passage into a small chamber. There we found two eroded arches with views out over the ocean. These looked like the eyes of “the doll” from the sea.
The views we found as we explored the Algar Seco Cliff Boardwalk made us want to explore more of the Algarve coast cliffs and caves.
Discovering The Ponta Da Piedade In Lagos
From our visit to Caraveiro we moved along the shore to Lagos. We wandered in the harbour town and then we headed for the stunning cliffs at Ponta da Piedade (Piety Point). We walked along the cliff edge and enjoyed the view of the limestone coastline. The rock faces were all chiselled from pounding waves.
We continued our walk and found stunning rock arches and hidden grottos. A stairway led to the lower levels. We wanted to get closer and explore the arches but we were out of time on this visit.
A visit to the Ponta da Piedade in Lagos gave us a stunning view of the Algarve coast cliffs and caves.
Great Spots To Enjoy The Algarve Coast Cliffs And Caves
When we visited the southern coast of Portugal, we always searched out different spots to enjoy the Algarve coast cliffs and caves.
We enjoyed hotel stays on the top of the cliffs that gave us stunning views all day and night. And a visit to the Atlantic shores added in wild waves and surfers.
Day trips to the Algar Seco boardwalk in Carvoeiro and to explore the Ponta da Piedade in Lagos showed us limestone cliffs with arches and caves carved by nature.
We never tired of the rugged coast of the Algarve in Portugal.
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It’s a beautiful area of Portugal to visit. I love the look of Falesia Beach, it looks pretty quiet and with beautiful sand and views. The cave formations on the Algar Seco Cliff boardwalk are so fascinating! You got some wonderful photos and the beach here would be a high contender on my list too.
We were drawn to the cliffs and caves on the Algarve Coast and never missed a chance to check out a new one.
I’ve yet to visit Portugal (we actually almost did earlier this year, but flight prices were cheaper flying into Amsterdam, so we went with that instead), but I’d really like to someday! The Algarve coast looks absolutely incredible, and you’ve captured some gorgeous photos of the caves, cliffs and coastline here. I will definitely be adding this area to my itinerary – and referring back to this post! – whenever we do get the chance to visit :). Xx Sara
Portugal is one of our favourite places and the Algarve is worth a visit on any trip. The cliffs and caves along the Algarve Coast can’t be missed. Hope you get this trip on your travel planning board.
Your photos have me so excited! I’m in Porto right now, on my first trip to Portugal, but next week I’ll be in the Algarve! I can’t wait to take in those landscapes while breathing in that fresh sea air!
It is always great when a post comes along just at the right time. I am sure you will be entranced with the cliffs and caves along the Algarve Coast. One of our favourite spots to visit.
Since right now, the weather is absolutely crazy in Europe, I’m so longing for a beach vacation. In the north, it’s rainy and disgusting, in the south it’s even worse as there are wild fires. Reading your post took me back to happy days in beautiful Portugal where I had such a great time. I definitely need to go back soon, especially as I haven’t visited the Algarve and all those mesmerizing places you are introducing.
The weather this year seems off everywhere. We too are thinking back to sunny days on the Algarve Coast in Portugal. Hope you do get to visit and explore some of the great cliffs and caves in the Algarve one day.
Looks like a great spot for a road trip or to relax and stroll on the beach. Would love to visit!
The Algarve Coast is definitely a great spot for road trips with so many great cliffs and caves to see along the way.
Awesome photos! The coast, cliffs and caves of Algarve have totally inspired me to visit this part of the world. These are the kind of places we love to visit. In addition to the rock formations, I like the idea of the convenient boardwalk and steps to reach the sea or the rocks further down. Pines cliff resort looks like the best place to stay with such amazing views! Adding this to my bucket list in Portugal.
We loved all the different views we got of the cliffs and caves along the Algarve Coast. And so many were accessible to explore. A great spot for your travel bucket list.
What a spectacular area…both Albufeira and Carboveira. The Algarve Coastal cliffs and caves abound here. I hope we can go but i think à longer stay will be better!
We loved finding all the cliffs and caves on the Algarve Coast. And many indeed needed more time to enjoy.
Beautiful spectacular pictures of the Algarve coast. The Farol do Cabo de Sao Vicente is one of my favorite places in Portugal. I visited it for the first time at the end of a long-distance hike along the Algarve. However I have never been in the area in summer like you guys.
We loved heading out and discovering yet another great view in the Algarve with cliffs and caves. So many great stops on road trips.
This destination is absolutely breathtaking! I will definitely be adding it to my list of places to visit.
The Algarve Coast is definitely a spot to visit when you get to Portugal.
Absolutely stunning. I should plan my trip to Algarve too and I’d love to stay at Pine Cliffs Resort for its views, esp. the view at night is just mindblowing. Sand beach nestled in the cove where you get such amazing views through the arches in low time is just exceptional. The Algar Seco Cliff Boardwalk is stunning. I’d love walking through those grooves & eroded limestone holes!
There are so many amazing cliff and cave views along the Algarve Coast. Each trip we discover more and add ones that deserve more time.
I’ve got Portugal on my list. And the Algarve Coast is stunning…so beautiful! Would love to explore here.
I would strongly recommend the Algarve Coast in Portugal. So many great spots to visit. But then Portugal is one of our favourite spots.
I love this area so much…I think I could live here. Can’t wait to get back.
We are so glad we got back to the Algarve on this visit. We could definitely live here!
the views around Pine Cliff Resort look amazing! Algarve is next on my list for Portugal so thank you for this article 🙂
You will love the Algarve Coast when you visit Portugal. So many spots for stunning cliff and cave views.
Those cliffs and views are amazing. A part of Portugal I regret missing.
We got a small taste of the Algarve on our first visit so we knew we had to return when we got back to Portugal. And I know it won’t be our last visit either!
I’m delighted you got to experience such natural splendor and connect with the world’s beauties. Your trip along the Algarve Coast had to be an amazing and soul-enriching experience. Continue to explore and appreciate the wonders that this world has to offer!
We sure dod love the amazing sights we found along the Algarve Coast.
The Algarve Coast is surely home of the best cliffs and caves! The view from the stone arch in Praia da Albandeira during low tide is very beautiful. Somehow it reminded me of Kelingking Beach in Nusa Penida, Bali. The water at Praia da Bordeira looks strong. I guess it’s only the experience surfers that could surfing there. But the views of Ponta da Piedade in Lagos is definitely my favorite. It looks so amazing!
It was hard for us to pick a favourite cliff or cave view along the Algarve Coast. A great reason to visit!
I can’t recall where I saw beautiful natural formations last. The natural arches against that blue sky and emerald waters are just amazing. Algarve Coast seems to be a long one. It’s good to know that board walks have been made in many places. This certainly makes it easy to walk around the rocky terrain. I hope I get a chance to see this part of Portugal some day.
We were happy we found boardwalks in some areas. And very surprised that in others you could walk right to the cliff edge for great views of the caves. Great discoveries all along the Algarve Coast.
Portugal is still on my bucket list and the Algarve is so picturesque. Those cliffs are so dramatic!
You will love it when you finally get to Portugal and I hope you plan some time in the Algarve Coast. Great natural beauty everywhere we looked.
I remember crying the first time I saw Praia da Bordeira! I wasn’t ready for this wild and stunning beach! The Algarve coast is so beautiful and I can’t wait to go back!
We are with you – we can’t wait to get back to the Algarve Coast.
Gosh! Your photographs are fantastic. I want to jump online and book a flight to the Algarve immediately.
When we look back at our pictures of the Algarve Coast, we too want to just hop on a plane and return.
When I went to the Algarve, I only went to Lagos but I loved it! Walked down to the cliffs at Ponte de Piedade. The town itself is so cute too! Would like to go back and explore more of the area.
We need to plan to return and spend more time in Lagos too. But were were glad we got to the Ponte de Piedade when we were there.
My boyfriend has been on a golf trip to Portugal and he has walked on the famous cliffs in the Algarve during his free time. He told me how amazing the cliffs are and always said we should go together sometimes, so maybe it’s time to plan a trip to there for a bit of winter sun soon. I think that you chose a perfect resort to stay at, right on the cliffs. This way you could see them both by day and by night. I am surprised that the path is illuminated at night, when you can go for a more quieter experience. The shape of the cliffs and the caves the erosion has created are stunning.
I hope you do get to visit Portugal and spend some time in the Algarve. We loved this resort in the quieter months. Lots to do on the resort and stunning views.
Algarve Coast is so high on my to-visit list – and your experiences that you captured expertly with the camera just reminded me why I should go there pronto. I love cliffs and the blue sea so exactly what I am looking for. The Algar Seco Cliff boardwalk in particular is pinned on my map now so as not to miss being able to explore the cliffs. Heck I got all the locations pinned now!
I am glad to add so many great spots for your visit to the Algarve Coast. So many great spots for cliffs and caves as you travel about.
I have been to Portugal few times, but not to Algarve area yet. I have say it looks stunning. So many cliffs and sea and ocean coast to explore. I would love to stay at the resort on the cliffs. Must be awesome experience. Thanks for sharing!
The resort on the cliffs was indeed an amazing spot to stay. Every day was a new discovery on the Algarve Coast. Definitely a spot for you to visit when you return to Portugal.
The Algave cliffs and caves are so scenic, they look like they are worth including on a Portugal visit.
The Algarve cliffs and caves definitely are worth a trip to Portugal.
Wow!! Algarve coast cliffs and caves look incredible! The caves are so gorgeous. I can’t wait to visit!
I hope you do get to visit the Algarve Coast and see the amazing cliffs and caves.
Thank you for sharing your amazing adventure along the Algarve coast! The cliffs and caves look absolutely breathtaking.
Love to share our great travels around the cliffs and caves of the Algarve Coast.
Wow! The coasts, caves and cliff of Algarve is definitely worth visiting. They are fascinating. The stunning cliff view during night time is so beautiful. It’s cool that they put up all those lights. It feels so magical to take a stroll there.
Day or night we sure did love exploring the cliffs and caves along the Algarve Coast.
I would just love to jump in today and swim in the cliff and caves of the Algarve.
The water views were definitely tempting along the Algarve Coast!