You can spend days exploring the beaches in the Albufeira, you are sure to be only a short walk away from your nearest beach. There are many beaches in the area to choose from, each with their own special feel and unique characteristics, and over 20 of them have achieved the coveted Blue Flag status. Praia dos Pescadores or the Fishermans Beach on the Atlantic south coast of the Algarve. In Downtown Albufeira, the escalator down from Pau da Bandeira bluff located south of Bairro dos Pescadores down to the beach and Albufeira old town. Get a bird’s view with a parasailing experience. Head over to Salgados to see birds in the wetland lagoon areas. Take a walk along the boardwalk here which leads you close enough to the lagoons to get a good look without disturbing the birds in their natural habitat – and watch out for the flamingos which can be spotted at specific times of the year. See Albufeira from a new perspective with a horse riding trek around the natural lagoons also in the Salgados. Catamaran Cruises, ancient Ruins, sports Camps & Clinics Water Tours or wine Tastings for anyone looking to try something new and exciting while in Albufeira.