Leixão da Gaivota Trail
























Come with us in this journey between two fishermen's villages - Ferragudo and Carvoeiro. We start our walk in the charming fishing harbour of Ferragudo and we progress along its alleys. We stop in the Church's viewpoint and in Forte São João do Arade. Then we continue along the cliffs, passing by beaches and other natural beauties such as sinkhloes and stacks. Leixão da Gaivota is located next to Ponta do Altar lightouse and it was classified as a IBA (Important Bird Area), due to its importance as nesting site of herons.
Interests: Nature, Fauna, Flora, Geology, History, Birdwatching.
Beggining: 10 a.m., Praça D. Leonor, Ferragudo
Duration: 03h30
Distance: 10 km
Type of path: linear
Difficulty: medium
Minimum number of participants: 2 pax
Maximum number of participants: 7 pax
Minimum age: 9
Price: 30€/pax
Included:
- Pick up and drop off in 9 seats van*
- Water
- Season fruit
- Insurance
- Guide
Activity calendar: From Monday to Friday.
Recommended time of year: From September to June
* Free service in the West Algarve Area