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Add your business details- Eco-friendly camping near Praia da Salema surfing beach on the Algarve
- A 25-minute drive to Lagos; half an hour’s cycle to Figueira beach
- Restaurant, bar and eco-shop on site; surf boards and bike to hire
For a chance to up your green credentials while still enjoying a splendid seaside holiday, consider a stay at Salema Eco Camp, said to be the only carbon-neutral camping and glamping site on the Algarve. With a variety of well-kitted-out and boho accommodation, it’s near the fishing village of Salema in the Natural Park of Costa Vicentina, a five-minute drive from Praia da Salema beach.
The Costa Vicentina is known for its laidback vibe and reputation as a surfing haven. It's safe for kids to learn on gentle waves here and there's tuition available along the beach – plus you can hire surf boards at the campsite.
Amenities at the site include the Eco-Store, where you can source regional food and drinks for alfresco suppers as well as a few essentials. This is also a great place to pick up souvenirs, with a range of eco-sustainable and organic cosmetics, clothing, footwear and local crafts – some of which are displayed around the grounds.
For healthy breakfasts and outdoor dining with a refined touch, head for Nazari Restaurant (closed Tuesday) for top-flight local cuisine using seasonal Portuguese produce.
To explore the national park in an eco-friendly manner, hire a bike from the site. Staff members are also happy to organise yoga or tai chi classes, dolphin-spotting cruises and kayak tours among many other activities (for an extra cost).
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Languages spoken
English
French
German
Spanish
Portuguese
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Very large (over 200 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for caravans Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Salema Eco Camp
Quinta dos Carriços
Praia da Salema
Budens
Vila do Bispo
Portugal
8650-196
Directions Timezone
Europe/Lisbon +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
37.07506°N
-8.83107°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
For walkers, there are some spectacular coastal trails right from the campsite, including the Rota Vicentina and the Fisherman’s Trail, passing through Salema (five minutes’ drive) and giving access to secluded coves, remote clifftops and the bizarre limestone rock formations that Algarve beaches are famous for.
If you like to try a different beach every day, Costa Vicentina offers plenty of choice within a 30-minute bike ride, including expansive, sandy Figueira and quiet, untamed Boca do Rio (both 15 minutes’ cycle), Furnas (popular with naturists, 20 minutes) and Cabanas Velhas (half an hour), backed by striking red cliffs.
From this quiet corner of the Algarve, you can easily up the pace and head for one of the lively and pretty towns. Lagos (25 minutes’ drive) is known for its Moorish remains as well as its nightlife, while Portimão (40 minutes) has a bustling riverfront and marina to explore. If the kids need wearing out, take them to Slide and Splash Waterpark (35 minutes) or head inland to see monkeys and penguins at the Zoo de Lagos (15 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salema | 1.3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Boca Do Rio | 2.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Furnas | 3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Almádena-Cabanas Velhas | 3.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Zavial | 4.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Das Camp ist wunderschön und ruhig. Die Gemeinschaftsbereiche sind nett, hübsch und…
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Liked: Das Camp ist wunderschön und ruhig. Die Gemeinschaftsbereiche sind nett, hübsch und sauber. Das gefilterte Wasser schmeckt herrlich. Das frische Essen im Restaurant der Anlage schmeckt wirklich gut und ist sehr ausrechend. Die Atmosphäre hier haben ich und mein Freund sehr genossen, alles war gut organisiert.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Salema Eco Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Salema Eco Camp dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Salema Eco Camp? For walkers, there are some spectacular coastal trails right from the campsite, including the Rota Vicentina and the Fisherman’s Trail, passing through Salema (five minutes’ drive) and giving access to secluded coves, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Salema Eco Camp?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.