Farol Discover

02/06/2025

From local knowledge to careful planning, each curve and stop is there for a reason - safety, beauty, authenticity.
Here at Farol, we don’t just walk trails. We shape experiences that help you feel connected, comfortable and at home, even in the wild.
Have you ever hiked with us?

23/05/2025

Travelling is also about tasting, right? Fresh bread, sea salt, figs picked along the trail. A glass of wine after a long walk. Slow travel is beautiful, but so is slow food.

What’s a flavour that takes you back to a specific moment in time?

09/05/2025

Slowing down to reconnect. Walking isn’t just about moving from A to B, it’s about giving your mind space to breathe.
At Farol, we believe that walking can be a form of self-care: a rhythm that grounds you, a silence that heals you, and a landscape that reminds you to look up.
When was the last time you walked just for the joy of it?

14/04/2025

We love what we do. But it’s not just about the trail, it’s about who we meet along the way. And this moment marks a new chapter for Farol Discover.

We’re stepping into a new phase, one where we’ll be more present and intentional on social media — sharing stories, slow rhythms, breathtaking landscapes, and the people that make this journey so special.

This is our way of staying connected with you — the ones who walk with us, read us, support us.

✨ And we have a new travel companion: Rafaela has joined our small but mighty team to help shape the voice of the Farol. With her creative energy and deep love for storytelling, she’ll help us share more of what we believe in: nature, presence, community, and the powerful simplicity of walking.

Stay close. We’ve got a lot to share — and we’d love to have you with us.

17/12/2024

🌿 𝗘𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗸𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗹! 🌞

While much of Europe is blanketed in snow, Portugal’s mild winters offer the perfect escape for outdoor enthusiasts. From the 𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗳𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗼𝘁𝗮 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮 to the serene 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮, our trails promise breathtaking views, fewer crowds, and authentic cultural experiences.

🏞️ 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀:
✅ Mild weather: 10°C to 18°C (50°F to 64°F) – ideal for long treks.
✅ Unique trails: Coastal cliffs, historic villages, and lush landscapes.
✅ Cultural immersion: Local festivals, delicious cuisine, and rich history.

🚶‍♂️ Ready to embrace the magic of winter trekking? 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿 or explore at your own pace with our self-guided programs. Your perfect adventure starts here!

📅 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗸 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆: https://www.faroldiscover.pt/en/tours-and-programs

📰 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴: https://www.faroldiscover.pt/en/blog/winter-wanderlust-why-trekking-in-portugal-is-a-perfect-winter-adventure

16/10/2024

🗺️ 𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗸𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗹! Thinking about trekking through Portugal’s beautiful landscapes? From the stunning Algarve coast to the rolling hills of the Rota Vicentina, here are some tips to ensure your first hike is a success:

- 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗶𝗸𝗲: Spring and Autumn for cooler weather 🌸🍂
- 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: Rota Vicentina’s Historical Way and Via Algarviana’s Short Distance Paths 🌊
- 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘂𝗽! Comfortable hiking boots and sun protection are must-haves 🥾☀️

Want more details? Check out our full guide to prepping for your adventure! 🌍
🔗 https://www.faroldiscover.pt/en/blog/essential-tips-to-prepare-for-your-first-trekking-adventure-in-portugal

Get ready for your first trek in Portugal with these expert tips on choosing trails, the best time to hike, essential gear, and how to stay safe.

10/10/2024

𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮! 🌿🐴

Are you ready to experience the Algarve like never before? 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 invites you to explore one of Portugal’s most stunning and culturally rich trekking routes—𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮. Whether you’re interested in witnessing the medronho harvest in Monchique 🍇 or meeting the local artisans in the charming village of Alte 🧺, this trail has so much more to offer than just beautiful landscapes.

And if you love surprises, you’ll be thrilled to know that some of the best moments on the trail are completely unexpected—like meeting friendly donkeys 🐴 during a peaceful walk through Vila do Bispo! These unique encounters with nature and local culture make every hike truly unforgettable.

With 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 and 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 trekking options available, Farol Discover ensures a personalized experience tailored to your pace and interests. Let us handle the logistics while you focus on soaking in the incredible views and experiences!

➡️ Curious to learn more or book your next hiking adventure? Visit our website for details and get ready for an unforgettable journey through Portugal’s hidden gems!

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝘆? Share your stories in the comments below!

07/10/2024

🍂 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐚 𝐀𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐧! 🍁

Looking for a peaceful yet breathtaking hike this fall? The 𝐕𝐢𝐚 𝐀𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 is the perfect destination for adventurers who want to explore Portugal's natural beauty away from the crowds. Stretching over 300 km, this trail offers everything from rolling hills to charming villages, with cooler autumn weather making it ideal for long-distance trekking.

At 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫, we offer both 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 to make your experience stress-free. You’ll receive expert tips on where to eat, the best places to rest, and local traditions to discover along the way.

Whether you're an experienced hiker or looking to try something new, the Via Algarviana offers a unique blend of nature and culture that will leave you refreshed and inspired. 🌿

Want to learn more? Check out our latest blog post to see why the Via Algarviana is the perfect fall adventure. Whether you're looking for 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 or 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬, we've got everything you need to plan a stress-free hike! ➡️ Read the full blog post here: https://www.faroldiscover.pt/en/blog/autumn-hiking-in-portugal-why-the-via-algarviana-is-perfect-for-fall

What’s your favorite fall hiking memory? Let us know in the comments!

Experience the best of autumn hiking in Portugal on the Via Algarviana. Discover why fall is the ideal time to explore this stunning Algarve trail, with mild weather, fewer crowds, and breathtaking autumn scenery.

28/09/2024

🍂 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗺𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗹𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮! 🍂

Looking for the ideal hiking destination this fall? The Via Algarviana offers the perfect mix of cooler temperatures, breath-taking autumnal landscapes, and peaceful trails far from the crowds. 🍁

Discover why autumn is the best time to explore this hidden gem of Portugal in our latest blog post! Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a first-timer, the Via Algarviana provides stunning views and a unique adventure. 🌄

👟 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁?
🌤 Mild, comfortable weather for long hikes
🍂 Vibrant colors and lush scenery
💆 Fewer crowds and a peaceful environment

Read more and start planning your autumn adventure with us! 👉 https://www.faroldiscover.pt/en/blog/autumn-hiking-in-portugal-why-the-via-algarviana-is-perfect-for-fall

Experience the best of autumn hiking in Portugal on the Via Algarviana. Discover why fall is the ideal time to explore this stunning Algarve trail, with mild weather, fewer crowds, and breathtaking autumn scenery.

22/09/2024

🌊 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗹’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝘆! 🐬

Hike the Fisherman’s Trail and explore stunning cliffs and peaceful beaches from Zambujeira do Mar to Odeceixe. What’s your best coastal hiking memory? Share it with us below!

📸 Photo courtesy of Uli, a Farol Discover adventurer, in our of our Self-Guided Hikes, along Rota Vicentina’s Fisherman’s Trail, in September 2024.

𝗤: 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘯’𝘴 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘦?
𝗔: 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘻𝘦 𝘪𝘵! 𝘚𝘬𝘪𝘱 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘷𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘴—𝘸𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘶𝘪𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘦.

At Farol Discover, we provide expertly crafted hiking tours across Portugal. For over 6 years, we've been guiding adventurers along routes like the Rota Vicentina and Via Algarviana, with full logistics support.

18/09/2024

🌟 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿? 🌟

Did you know that "Farol" means 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 in Portuguese? It’s the perfect symbol for what we aim to be: a guiding light for your adventures in Portugal and beyond. 🌅

For our founder Paulo, 𝗜𝗹𝗵𝗮 𝗱𝗼 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹 is not just a summer escape. It’s a year-round natural paradise. Whether it’s the impressive strength of winter’s storms, the colorful bloom of spring, or the warm hues of autumn, the island’s beauty is always captivating. 🌿❄️🍂

Even more special, the island is home to the world’s largest colony of 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗶𝗻'𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝗹𝗹, a rare bird that nests primarily in this area. 🐦

At Farol Discover, we aim to guide you to the authentic beauty of Portugal through unforgettable hiking experiences. 🌍✨

We even offer tours to Ilha do Farol, where you can explore its breathtaking beaches and get a taste of this special place. 🥾🌊

Find out more about our story and how we bring unique adventures to life here: https://www.faroldiscover.pt/en/blog/discover-authentic-adventures-in-portugal-with-farol-discover

29/08/2024

🌟 Hello, fellow explorers! We’re thrilled to introduce you to Farol Discover - a travel agency with a passion for uncovering the lesser-known paths of Mainland Portugal, Azores, Madeira and Cape Verde. 🌍

Founded by Paulo Palhota, a true expert with over 17 years of experience working in the tourism industry, our mission is simple: to offer you authentic, enriching experiences that go beyond the ordinary. Whether you’re looking for a guided adventure with new friends or a self-guided trek at your own pace, we’ve got something special just for you. 🌿

Curious to see what we’ve got in store? Head over to our website: https://www.faroldiscover.pt/ to explore our tours and start planning your next adventure!

Tours available in Portuguese, English, and German. 🇵🇹🇩🇪🇬🇧

Looking forward to seeing you on the trails! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️