Praia Do Arrifao(Praia do Arrif√£o, Arrif√£o beach)

Located on the western coast of the Iberian Peninsula in the city of Albufeira, Praia do Arrifao is a small, rocky beach with very little beige sand.  This hidden beach has a beautiful backdrop of rugged cliffs, hidden coves, and coastal vegetation, which together provide incredible views.  It is important to note that the rugged cliffs at Praia do Risco Albufeira are subject to erosion, so we recommend being careful while below, as there is a possibility of falling rocks and stones.

Praia do Arrifao does not have lifeguards or any other amenities, so plan your trip accordingly.

Praia do Arrifao offers a few fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, and hiking.  If you are planning to go into the water, it is worth noting that the beach is known to have rocky bottoms, so we recommend being cautious.  There is a gigantic rock structure, popularly known as Leixao that is about 35 meters from the ocean and offers amazing opportunities for snorkelers and divers to explore the underwater world.  Visitors can explore a hidden cave situated in the cliffs at the eastern end of the beach.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  Praia do Arrifao is perfect for visitors looking for a quieter beach experience.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach, and the beach is open from sunrise until sunset.

Praia do Arrifao does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Praia do Arrifao is easy - the beach has a few parking spots located near Caminho Balieira-Sao Rafael 1, which is easily accessible via State Road M526.  After parking, visitors have to hike down a rugged path to access the beach via a wooden staircase with a rope.

The beach is a popular place to watch the sunset over the Iberian Peninsula.

There are many attractions near Praia do Arrifao.  Archaeological Museum of Albufeira has a gallery that displays interesting exhibits on the history and culture of the Algarve region through historic artifacts, photographs, pottery, coins, tools, and related memorabilia.  In addition, it showcases a wide collection of artifacts from the Roman, Moorish, and Medieval eras.  Albufeira Castle was built during the Moorish period, when the region was under Islamic rule.  It served as a defensive fortress, positioned on a hill overlooking the town and coastline, that offered protection from potential invaders.  Presently, Albufeira Castle often serves as a venue for cultural events, concerts, and exhibitions in the Old Town area.  Krazy World features a mini-zoo, a water park with slides and splash pools, and an 18-hole crazy golf course that offers fun and challenging obstacles, providing entertainment for families and groups.  In addition, visitors can enjoy pony rides, quad biking, and a miniature train ride.  Slide & Splash is a family-friendly seasonal water park with slides, splash pools, and rides.  In addition, visitors can enjoy live falconry, reptile, and tropical bird shows.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction,  Azimut Adventure Park is a family-friendly recreational area that offers many fun activities, including paintball, gel blasters, and camping.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants within a five-minute drive of Praia do Arrifao.  A Sardinha serves amazing seafood.  Indian Ocean Restaurant serves amazing curries, flatbreads, biryani, seafood, meat, poultry, and vegetarian dishes.  Restaurante Evaristo is an upscale restaurant that has outdoor seating areas and serves salads, wraps, burgers, pasta, seafood, clams, shrimp, squids, lobsters, pork, meat, and poultry dishes.  Restaurante Solgamba serves amazing salads, bruschetta, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, seafood, meat, pork, and poultry dishes.     If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby restaurant, El Barrio Tapas Restaurant serves salads, burgers, paellas, pizzas, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for a hotel near Praia do Arrifao, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star Sao Rafael Atlantico is four minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including three outdoor pools, a tennis court, a fitness center, a spa with a heated indoor pool, and several restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Nau Salgados Palm Village, which offers many amenities, including outdoor pools, a fitness center, gardens, a seasonal kid’s club, and a restaurant.   Another moderately priced option is the 4-Star Regency Salgados Hotel & Spa, which has many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a kid’s pool, a spa, a fitness center, and a restaurant.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star 3HB Golden Beach, which offers many amenities, including an outdoor pool, a sundeck, a fitness room, and an arcade.  If you are looking for another good and affordable nearby hotel, the 3-Star Hotel Baltum offers several amenities, including a hot tub and an Italian restaurant.