More and more groups contact us to help plan their perfect Bachelor, bachelorette, hen or stag party, day or week(end) in Portugal. Specialized in group travel we provide many solutions for groups of all types and styles and bachelor parties have many possibilities in the cities and countryside of Portugal mainland and the islands.
In this article we try to provide you with some ideas for yours.
Portugal with its great climate and tourism offer is a wonderful country for these events and is growing in popularity for events of all types and sizes.
Tips on places to visit for your Bachelor, bachelorette, hen or stag party in Portugal
Portugal mainland has 3 main airports, Porto, Lisbon and Faro and the islands Madeira, Funchal and in the Azores, Ponta Delgada or Angra the Heroisme. All airport have regular airlines and budget flights from various budget flight companies.
Where you choose to go may depend very much on your interest.
Porto is the second largest city in Portugal and has become very popular for trendy travel, located close to the sea and mountains, the old center is a trendy world heritage site visited by many. The sea slightly wild gives a lot of possibility for surfing and sailing and other active water related adventures. The river Douro has many other boating possibilities. The region is also famous for its wines and particular cooking styles.
Lisbon, the capital and the most popular destination for group travel is slightly more expensive than Porto but has specifically in the winter a slightly drier climate, is more accustomed to tourism and has a larger offer. Close to the mountains of Arrabida, the beaches and local vineyards, it is a much loved destination for group travel.
The Algarve sleepy in the winter and explosive in the summer is the most visited as a district, mainly thanks to its amazing offer off long beaches and slightly warmer water. Parts of it are very full especially in the summer months but there are still many undiscovered places for those who like a little less mass tourism.
The Azores are possibly the most beautiful, natural location in Portugal, slightly remote there are plenty of adventures to be found here. Especially adventures that involve its landscapes, from hiking to fishing to coasteering this nature waits for those who wish to conquer it.
Madeira is the largest of the Portuguese islands.
When to visit Portugal for your event
Portugal is great to visit all year round. Portugal has fresh green landscapes during the winter months and hot beach days during the summer months. The sea is generally quite during the winter and early spring making water activities more difficult.
However rafting and some types of canoing and kayaking are best in the winter.
Some activities are more comfortable to do when the temperatures are not climbing above 30C/86F.
The summer months provide the best climate for beach days, outdoor eating and mountain activities.
Some of our more popular activities for bachelor parties
We provide all sorts of activities for your Bachelor or hen party in Portugal depending on your budget and preferences. Below are some of the most popular.
Read on below or check some activities by location
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Flyboard
Flyboard is a fresh and new activity on the Portuguese water. This sport can be practiced in almost any weather situation.
For groups it is available in Porto, Nazare and the Algarve. Its one of the most popular activities for bachelor parties at the moment.
Wine tasting and wine events
Portugal is a country of wines. Its wines are famous for its unique production processes and the grapes used and its many wine producing farms provide activities in which groups can take part.
Workshops can be based on vineyard walks and visits. For more active participation, We have possibility for groups to join in the wine making processes. Accompanied by a good glass of wine, these activities are very popular for all types of gatherings or a wine tasting challenge!
Find wine tasting possibilities, challenges and tours >>
Boat charters
Boat charters are a great way to celebrate with a group of friends away from the masses and accompanied by a professional skipper. In some places you will be able to swim. Catering is available but most boats will allow you to take your own food and drinks on board.
Check here some of our boating offer >>
Jeep safaris and challenges
Jeeps give access to places otherwise inaccessible. Jeeps can be a great way to get together and discover the landscapes, accompanied by a picnic, swim in natural spring waters or a challenge in which teams compete.
Surf and SUP lessons
Portugal is the most famous location in Europe for surf. Learning surf can be a lot of fun especially in a group.
Spas and beauty treatments
Portugal has many natural springs and spa’s. From history it was already a favorite destination for spa holidays, skin rejuvenation and health. It has a large range of spa facilities, both salt water and fresh water, natural springs and modern spa establishments. Especially popular for hen parties, these places can provide the perfect setting for spoiling the bride to be.
Back to nature experiences
Pack your survival kit and head out to a remote location in Portugal. Become a sheepherder, practice some bushcraft, learn about farming techniques that go back centuries! At night sit by the fire, drink beer and remember how you all became friends!
Active sport adventures
Portugal is the best country for getting out there and doing stuff. Coasteering, Canyoning, Rafting, Climbing, Diving and much more. If you bride or groom is the active type, there is plenty to choose from!
These are just some of the things we can offer. Note when organizing your Bachelor, bachelorette, hen or stag party in Portugal understand the bride or groom to be, know what the group will like and calculate your budget so we can help you come up with the best activities, accommodation and any other thing you may need to make your party time a complete success!
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