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Salema Eco Camp

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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).

Site type

200

100

Open all year

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

French

German

Spanish

Portuguese

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

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Gastronomic delight

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Very large (over 200 pitches)

Nearby 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 nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Salema Eco Camp

Quinta dos Carriços

Praia da Salema

Budens

Vila do Bispo

Portugal

8650-196

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Lisbon +0000 (GMT+00:00)

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

Reviews

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Das Camp ist wunderschön und ruhig. Die Gemeinschaftsbereiche sind nett, hübsch und…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Sept 2022

Woody safari tent

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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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?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more