Lagos & Algarve Hen Do Packages
Enjoy a beachy girls weekend with sea, surf & sun on one of our Algarve hen weekend packages!
Why have a hen weekend in Algarve? There are so many good answers to this question! West Algarve is a slice of heaven in Portugal with the option of more laidback surfy vibes staying by the beach in the Arrifana & Aljezur area, or alternatively staying in Lagos, a coastal town with nice bars and nightlife. Whichever base you choose for your hen weekend, you will be treated to some of Europe’s best beaches, complete with fantastically fun hen activities such as surfing, paddleboarding, sunset hikes with wine, and so much more. Start planning the perfect hen do in the Algarve sun. But if you’re still in the research phase, please also check out the rest of our Portugal Hen Do Packages.
Big Blue offers group accommodation that is perfect for hen parties. We have partnered up with private villas and beachy hostels, and a range of outdoor activities like coasteering & sailing that are perfect for active hens! We’ll put a lovely hen weekend together, tailor-made to suit your group. When you’re ready just hit the Quote button, call or email us directly if you have any questions. We can’t wait to welcome you and your group on one of our unforgettable Algarve Hen Weekends!
Surfing
Beginner Friendly
Beautiful Beaches
Private Lessons
What better place to learn to surf than Portugal? The country is known for its amazing surf-spots, great waves and good weather. Some of our favourite surf spots include Arrifana & Odeceixe, both in the Aljezur area, and also Porto Mós & Meia Praia on the Lagos coastline. All of our surf lessons will be private to your hen group and each spot on offer is great for both beginners as well as more experienced surfers. This is a really great activity for all confidence levels and to get everyone joining in.
Breakdown:
- Private group surf-lessons
- Beaches in the Aljezur area: Praia da Arrifana, Praia de Odeceixe, Monte Clerigo
- Beaches in the Lagos area: Porto Mós, Praia da Luz and Meia Praia
- Experienced English speaking instructors & all needed equipment (wetsuits & softboarfs)
- Our surf-lessons are usually between 2-3 hours
- Add local transfers
- Stop at one of the local cafes afterwards to finish off your day with some delicious food!
Beach Yoga
Beginner & Yogi Sessions Available
Enjoy Being In Nature
Variety Of Locations
Enjoy a relaxed moment on the beach with your girls, learning the basics of yoga or if you are an experienced yogi, we can adjust the session to suit your hen do. Beach Yoga is a great way to take in Algarve nature, get rid of that hangover and feel energised for another day of fun in the sun!
Breakdown:
- Private Beach Yoga lessons
- Beaches in the Aljezur area: Praia da Arrifana, Praia de Odeceixe, Monte Clerigo
- Beaches in the Lagos area: Porto Mós, Praia da Luz and Meia Praia
- Experienced English speaking yoga teacher
- Our yoga sessions are typically between 45 min – 1 hour
- Add local transfers
- Why not start your day with beach yoga followed by a surf or SUP lesson?
Mountain-Biking & Cycling
Mountain-Biking Or E-Biking
Coast or Forest
Variety Of Routes
Cycle the Algarve coastline or explore its forests on a guided mountain-bike ride. Choose for E-biking if you want to take it a little more easy going. Our guided cycling activities take place around the Sagres coast and the Costa Vicentina. Enjoy spectacular views along the way.
Breakdown:
- Lots of scenic trails & routes available
- English speaking guides
- Half-day or Full-day trips available
- Beginner to technical rides
Coasteering
Stunning Coastline
Cool Jumps
Explore Caves
Coasteering on the Sagres coastline is a popular outdoor activity and a great hen choice if you love pushing some boundaries and are looking for a thrill. Exploring cave-systems, scramble across the coastline, jump into the Big Blue and swim in clear blue waters in Raposeira – Sagres!
Breakdown:
- Experienced English speaking instructors & all needed equipment (wetsuits, helmets, buoyancy aids)
- Our coasteering activities usually last between 3-4 hours incl. kitting up
- A local transfer is included
- Explore Sagres and enjoy a coastal lunch after your HenVenture
Boat Trips
Catamaran Sailing
Add Food & Drinks
Speedboat & Jet Boat Tours
Our catamaran sailing tours are perfect if you fancy a chilled out day on the water, visiting the famous Grottos, enjoy a swim in clear blue waters and even try your hand at paddleboarding or the inflatable obstacle. If you have a smaller hen group then consider a private speedboat tour or how about a Jet Boat for an adrenaline hit?!
Breakdown:
- Shared or Private boat trips available
- Choose a 3 or 4 hour catamaran tour
- 45 Min Jet Boat thrill sessions
- Experienced captain & crew
- Add meals & drinks on board of the catamaran
Paintballing
Min. 6 People
400 Paintballs
Forestry Game-zones
Who doesn’t love a classic game of paintballing? An awesome group activity that will show your friends’ competitive side! Enjoy a variety of game-zones in a forestry area near Lagos and take down your fellow hen group members or stand together against another team of players.
Breakdown:
- All needed equipment, overalls and 400 paintballs included
- A variety of games zones
- Stop off in Lagos and explore its historic centre and quality restaurants
Paddleboarding
Learn To Paddleboard
River Or Coastal SUP
Accessible Watersport
Paddleboarding is a very popular hen activity and that’s not surprising. It’s one of the most accessible watersports on offer, but also a really enjoyable way to explore the beautiful Algarve coastline of Sagres or Amoreira. Learn all the basics of SUP and have fun with your friends on a relaxed activity in the sun.
Breakdown:
- Paddleboarding (SUP) is available in the Sagres area and on the Amoreira river
- Experienced English speaking instructors & all needed equipment
- Our SUP activities usually last between 2-3 hours incl. kitting up
- Explore Sagres , Arrifana or Aljezur with a local lunch option
- Transfers to the activity are included
Hiking
Tailor-Made Hikes
Coastal Hiking Trails
Wine Tasting
Why not explore more of West Algarve by hiking the coastline of the Costa Vicentina with an experienced guide. Discover remote beaches, dramatic viewpoints, local vegetation and even the ‘End Of The World’ at Cape Saint Vicente. Add a home-made picnic or wine tasting to make your hen experience even more special.
Breakdown:
- Half-day or full-day tours
- Local transfer included
- Experienced English speaking guides
- Self-guided Rota Vicentina Hike also an option
- Add a picnic & wine
- Sunset hikes available
- If you don’t fancy a long hike we can just take you exploring after one of your other hen activities!
Hostels
Private rooms
On-Site Pools & Rooftop Terraces
All Group Sizes
If you love the social vibe of a hostel and a friendly surfy atmosphere then you’ll like our hostels in Arrifana and Lagos! Our hen-friendly hostels come with some great features such as a roof-top terrace overlooking the coast or the city, outdoor pools and on-site bars. With hen weekends we’ll always make sure the bedrooms are private to your group, so other than bathroom facilities you won’t need to share with other travellers! Whether you fancy a more rural escape by the beautiful surf beach of Arrifana or a more central location in Lagos near bars & restaurants, West Algarve offers hostel stays to suit all hen do’s.
Features:
- Bars on-site selling a range of drinks and cocktails
- Outdoor pools and patio areas at most of our hostel locations
- Rural beach or coastal town location
- Continental Breakfast included
- Private rooms with a mix of bunk-beds as well as twins and triples available
- Great for all size hen do’s
- Catered for BBQ nights with drinks available
- Free wi-fi
Villas
Exclusive Hire
Medium – Large Groups
Quality Properties
Want your own private villa not far from the beach or near to Lagos for your hen weekend in Algarve? Big Blue offers a great selection of private houses and villas with outdoor pools, comfy lounge areas with self-catering kitchen and a variety of bedrooms including bunk-beds, singles & doubles. If you opt for a rural stay then there are some nice walking routes right on your doorstep, taking you to the nearest beaches and some good local restaurants are found nearby too, the perfect place to relax! Alternatively you can stay in a villa not far from Lagos, just hop in a taxi or we can arrange a transfer for you and you’re in the buzzing coastal town with scenic sea views and a wide selection of bars!
Features:
- Self-catering villas & private houses (ask us about a breakfast or BBQ add-on)
- Choose a nature or town location
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Variety of group sizes and different types of bedrooms
- Free wi-fi
- Most villas come with an outdoor pool
- Add a transfer to Lagos for a night out or ask us about other evening options!
Hotels
3* – 5* Hotels
All Group Sizes
Rural Or Town Centre Location
If you’re a hen do after a more luxury base for your weekend adventuring in the Algarve sun, then a 3* – 5* hotel could be perfect for you. Most of our hotels are located in the heart of Lagos, walking distance to bars & restaurants and the local beach. If you’d rather stay somewhere a bit more rural then we have some great options on the south-west coast too! Most of our Algarve hotel options come with an outdoor pool, on-site bar and restaurant and modern bedrooms. The Algarve hotels we’ve partnered up with are hen-friendly and a good choice for hens with a higher end budget.
Features:
- Continental Breakfast included
- Choose between double, twin or triple rooms
- Central Lagos location or stay somewhere surrounded by nature
- Most hotels come with an outdoor pool
- Some hotels come with massage and wellness facilities
- Free wi-fi
- Hen-friendly 3* – 5* hotels depending on your budget
Hosted Hen Adventures
With any of our Big Blue adventures we always aim for a personal customer service (Travel & Hospitality Award winners for ‘excellence in customer service’) and have a friendly face there to welcome you to your hen weekend in Algarve. We are on hand to host the key parts so you can sit back and relax, we’ll do the organising for you and bring some good vibes too!
Transfers
If you need airport transfers or transport from your accommodation to our activities then we can arrange that for you, in fact it is usually expected on a group trip like a hen weekend. We have mini-busses available for groups of all sizes. A popular option is a morning activity followed by lunch and some drinks at a local beach restaurant before heading back to the group accommodation!
Pictures & Highlights Video
On a hosted hen adventure we take our GoPro cameras and shoot some cool pictures & videos. We’ll send these to you afterwards and even edit a personal highlights video for your group, the best way to remember your hen trip!
Meals & Drinks
You can choose between Bed & Breakfast, half board or all-inclusive on your hen weekend. We can also add extras like a drinks package, packed-lunch and BBQ’s. Just add it to your ‘get quote’ options and we will get that included in your hen package!
Hen Do Extras
There are lots of extras we can add to your hen weekend in Portugal, including help with reservations in restaurants and wine tastings. If you have any ideas, or would like more info on the extras we can provide, feel free to ask us on the quote page.
Why Adventure With Us…
Our Big Blue destinations offer great group accommodation options, good travel links, quality facilities and world-class adventures. We spend a lot of time at our locations and know what works well for hen groups.
Hosted group adventure travel, with numbers between 10-200+ people. BBA offers an award winning service; we’ll always go the extra mile to ensure our packages are perfect for your hen party.
The best way to remember your hen weekend? A highlights video that captures all the best moments of your adventure. Video & pictures are included in all of our full packages.
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