Discover The Best Water Activities in the Algarve for Tourists

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Discover The Best Water Activities in the Algarve

Planning your next holiday and you are thinking of the Algarve as your next destination? Check out the best Water Activities in the Algarve 

With the Algarve as its highlight, Portugal has become one of the best value destinations in Europe. The Algarve is home to some of the best beaches you’ll ever see and colorful Portuguese towns. 

In addition to the unmatched beauty, there are plenty of fun opportunities you wouldn’t want to miss out on. 

You can easily spend an entire month here without ever feeling bored.

From surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding or even visiting the best water parks in the Algarve, nothing beats water activities in this town.

You are looking forward to having fun with some amazing water activities and enjoying the sun, but you are not sure where to go?

We have put together a list of must-visit water parks and other recreational activities for you to check out.

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Aqualand

One of the most popular water parks in the Algarve, Aqualand has been open for more than 20 years.

Located right in the center of the Algarve, the park is home to the highest water slide in the country. 

With a variety of slides and features, Aqualand will sure keep you busy for the entire day.

Not only you, but everyone in the entire family can find something to enjoy while in the park. 

Whether you are an adrenaline junky or you are just looking to cool down in the water on a sunny day.

This park has a lot to satisfy you, different shapes and size rides, speedy slides, gentle rides.

Also, there is a specially dedicated fun zone for the little ones who are not ready for the big rides. 

They can splash on the water all they want. When you hear your stomach growling or feel a little hungry, you and the family can grab some food and drinks right inside the park. 

A visit to Aqualand Algarve is sure to give you and the family an unforgettable day filled with fun memories. However, the park is only open during summer, something to keep in mind when planning your next visit.

Zoomarine

This park offers show presentations featuring animals living in the park. The best part about those presentations has to be the dolphin show which is similar to the ones in the famous Florida Seaworld park. 

You can see dolphins express their intelligence and show off some amazing acrobatic moves they can do.

Also, you can watch them perform or swim with them if you prefer. But you must book in advance if you want to take a dive with the dolphins.

This park is all about nature with a beautiful garden to explore, and the abundance of marine life and the ocean while promoting conservation, environmental education, and lots of fun. 

A true combination of important messaging through hands-on presentations and a massive water park. 

Zoomarine is home to a lot of wildlife animals, and some of the shows feature tropical birds like parrots, cockatoos, and more. Not to mention the many other birds on display.

On the other hand, the park is also home to many other rides, including a small roller-coaster, a big wheel, and a pirate ship complete with acrobatic pirates, if you are looking to feel an
adrenaline rush. 

With a few usual fast-food kiosks, a self-service restaurant, the park typically opens from March to October during the year.

As one of the biggest water attractions in the Algarve, Zoomarine has so much more for the entire family to create so many fun memories.

Slide & Splash

Splash a fun day away at Slide & Splash waterpark, one of the biggest and best water attractions in all of Europe. 

With a wide variety of thrilling rides, clean pools, and even animal shows, this park has a little of everything for the entire family to enjoy.

Right from the entrance you are welcomed with an impressive display of water-based attractions.

The young children can have a good time sliding down soft slopes and paddling around in shallow pools. 

Adults and older children can enjoy adrenaline-pumping rides like the Black Hole, Tornado, and Big Wave. For over 30 years of existence, this aquatic paradise’s main focus is cleanliness, safety, and most importantly fun.

Slide & Splash is more than pools and rides!

Slide & Splash has a lot more to offer than just pools and rides. You and the family can enjoy the opportunity to watch a variety of shows that feature interesting reptiles and majestic birds like falcons, parrots, and macaws. 

After hours of sliding and splashing, you can also find a variety of restaurants and cafes around the park. Making it easy to take a quick break to relax and recharge before getting back to the fun. 

This water park sure does guarantee a memorable, wet-and-wild time for everyone no matter your age.

More Water Activities in the Algarve 

If you prefer more off-land water activities, and you want to go explore the ocean, here is a list of a few places to check out for your adventures on the ocean. 

Whether you want to go whale watching, dolphin watching, on a sea boat ride, or jet skiing.

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WildWatch

Explore the ocean on a first-class guided tour with Wildwatch where pure, passionate marine
biologists will take you on an unforgettable adventure and connect you with nature. 

Launched in 2012, this company offers a day in the blue, coast sailing, Benagil cave trips, and sunset sailing for a romantic setting.

Cape Cruiser

If you are looking to have a different experience, you can join Cape Cruiser on an unforgettable
boat trip. 

You can have a unique moment with whales, seabirds, dolphins, and turtles. Established in 2003, Cape Cruiser is the only company based in Sagres that offers a wide variety of sea activities specially designed for tourism, education, and science.

SeaLife Water Activities in the Algarve

From the exhilarating rigid Inflatables to the spacious and speedy Catamaran, Sealife boats are fast, safe, and comfortable. Sealife is one of the greatest companies  with fun Water Activities in the Algarve

Ideal for families and thrill-seekers alike to enjoy a unique adventure on the ocean. Established over 14 years ago in the Algarve, Sealife is guaranteed to offer you and the family lasting memories and turn an unforgettable experience into a magical moment.

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