Wildlife haven: Campsites in Portugal

Prazer da Natureza Resort & Spa

• Peaceful family-friendly site in Vilar de Mouros
• 20 minutes' drive from popular surfing and windsurfing beaches
• Well-equipped spa with gym, pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and massages

Vale Dos Moinhos

• In Peneda-Gerês National Park, 1.5km from Vila do Gerês spa town
• Canoeing, waterskiing and windsurfing at Albufeira de Caniçada
• Bar and playground on site; surrounded by spectacular woodland

Camping Toca da Raposa

• Small shaded site on the edge of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park
• Tons of river beaches and good hiking and biking trails in the area
• Bar, restaurant, outdoor pool and access to lots of outdoor activities

O Homem Verde

• Small and tranquil eco-conscious glampsite that revels in nature
• Quality and comfy yurts with private facilities for an on-safari feel
• A great stop to sample the delights of the green centre of Portugal

Quinta das Laranjeiras

• Quinta da luz refúgio campestre
• Uma casa na natureza

Quinta das Colinas

• Off-grid site five minutes’ drive from Avô and its river beach
• Half an hour’s drive from the edge of the Serra da Estrela Nature Park
• Family-run site with eggs to collect and fresh veg to pick

Selina Geres

• Bell tent retreats in stylish surroundings by the Cávado river
• A 45-minute drive from Braga and an hour and 20 minutes from Porto
• On the edge of a national park, with a pool, restaurant and yoga deck

Parque De Campismo Municipal de Idanha-a-Nova

• Peaceful countryside site by the Marechal Carmona reservoir
• Within easy reach of Monsanto and Castelo Branc
• Swimming pool, bar-restaurant, playground and tennis courts

Parque de Campismo Quinta do Convento

• Mountainside site near the city of Fundão
• Spectacular views of Cova da Beira and the Serra da Estrela
• Pool, play area, communal barbecues and restaurant with balcony

Senses Camping

• Riverside glamping in the Serra da Estrela natural park
• A 25-minute drive to Guarda; horse riding and guided hikes available
• Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, yoga space and vegetable garden

Parque de Campismo Monte Carvalhal da Rocha

• In the South West Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park
• Two golden sandy beaches within 600 metres
• Bar, restaurant, shop, pool and hot tub

Camping Ria Formosa

• Coastal site in the quiet village of Cabanas de Tavira in the Algarve
• Close to golf courses and two kilometres from Cabanas beach
• 200 metres from a rail station for train rides along the coastline

Gaio Camping