Diving & Snorkelling

Clear water and rocky reefs make the Algarve a fine dive spot. Off Portimão lies Ocean Revival, an artificial reef of scuttled navy ships.

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Beginners should choose a guided snorkel trip at sheltered coves like São Rafael or Marinha.

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The best way to experience the Benagil cave: paddle inside yourself by kayak or stand-up board, rather than only viewing it from a boat.

Boat trips from the marinas of Albufeira, Vilamoura or Lagos search for wild dolphins in the Atlantic, often combined with a coastal cruise.

The Algarve is one of Europe s top golf destinations. The Salgados course runs right along the lagoon, with more top courses around Vilamoura.

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