Birdwatching in the Algarve
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Saga Hosted Hotels
Birdwatching
Discover the birds of the Algarve on this holiday, which introduces you to some of the area's important birding sites. The Algarve has been described as one of Europe's 'best-kept secrets' in terms of the species that can be found here. We'll be accompanied by an expert host who'll guide us on five birdwatching visits. Watch out for the glossy ibis at the lagoon of dos Selgados, scan the sky for raptors in Sagres, and pass through grasslands and oak woods amidst the steppe of Alentejo as you keep your eye out for the elusive bustard.
Five included excursions and visits
- Lagoa dos Salgados (half day)
- Ria Formosa (full day)
- Sagres (full day)
- Eastern Algarve (full day)
- Baixo Alentejo (full day)
Hotel Vila Galé Atlantico
This classic resort-style hotel is set in an upscale, pine-fringed residential district close to one of the Algarve’s best beaches, Praia de Galé. The hotel offers stunning sea views and apartment-style rooms, each featuring a full kitchenette and plenty of space both inside and on the balcony. Unwind in the cosy spa or take a dip in the heated indoor pool when it's cooler. Food lovers will enjoy the two restaurants and the option of al fresco dining on the terrace, weather permitting. The outdoor pool, with its bar, sun loungers, and parasols, is perfect for soaking up the Algarve sun.
Included with every Hosted Holiday
- Dedicated welcoming host
- Resort airport transfers
- Travel insurance and meals
Including
Saga host
Expert host
Five included excursions
Welcome drink reception
Five included excursions and visits
Half board: All breakfasts and dinners
International flights. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways from London Gatwick. Supplements may apply from other airports
Return transfers direct to your hotel
Minimum 20kg checked luggage, per person
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Holiday details
Food and drink
Breakfast is buffet style while dinner is served á la carte.
Entertainment
Orientation tour of Albufeira by local bus • Weekly shuttle service to Silves or Faro
Accommodation
220 rooms • Garden view • Balcony • Kitchenette with fridge and microwave • Safe (extra charge) • Hair dryer • Kettle • TV • Upgrade to a sea view room
Amenities
- Two bars
- One restaurant
- Gardens and outdoor areas
- Outdoor pool
- Heated indoor pool
- Wellness centre (extra charge)
- Fitness centre
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry service (extra charge)
- 24-hour Reception
- Shop
Holiday location
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Local Area
Galé is a peaceful seaside village with a scattering of seasonal bars and restaurants and an Apollonia supermarket to the rear of the hotel (Portugal's answer to Waitrose). Albufeira's old town is just seven kilometres away, easily accessible by taxi or local bus, which runs frequently. In the opposite direction, around the same distance, you can explore the town of Armação de Pêra with its cliff-backed beaches dotted with colourful fishing boats. There are also some great walking opportunities from the hotel along a boardwalk starting around 1 km from the hotel, across protected dunes to the Lagoa dos Salgados nature reserve and beyond.
Included excursions
Baixo Alentejo
The steppe landscape of the lower part of Alentejo province includes the Special Protection Area of Castro Verde. with its grasslands and oak woods. Look out here for great and little bustards, the hen harrier and black-bellied sandgrouse. Raptors, including kites and even eagles, may be seen in this diverse and enigmatic area.
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