Praia do Submarino

The best place that won my heart! The view from above is absolutely stunning, and the beach itself is the most breathtaking I’ve ever seen. It’s accessible on foot, and walking around the beaches connected by caves during low tide was such a beautiful experience. Just be careful not to get stuck when the tide comes in!

Totally worth it if you are looking for a peaceful and quiet place. Clothing optional which is great. I had a great time until three young guys got there being too loud and playing music at high volume so I left as well as other people.

Naked Naturist beach frequented by gay men. Left side has a big beach which is straight/mixed and the area accessible via a small cave is gay.

This is the most dangerous hike I’ve been on. You have to scale a cliff holding onto rocks. It’s scary but worth it. Don’t bring anything besides a backpack as you need both hands for climbing the cliff trail. You need traction so don’t wear flip flops. I hyperventilated my first time but returned and did it. Scared every single time but still go.

very nice place, but you have to be careful. can be approached by boat or board. can be seen from above. impressions are amazing!

Directions to Submarine Beach, one of the best clothing optional beaches in the Algarve
Honestly I was scared going as the directions were very vague and I was not sure how I was going to find it. When I did find it I was soooo happy that I made the attempt as it was one of the most unspoiled beaches I have ever been on.
Step 1: Look up tide times as you can only access this beach in low tide and if you stay too long you will be trapped here so go when the tide is going out and stay only when it is half way in. you can do this by googling Tide times Portimao
Step 2: you will need to Drive and Park in the field outlined in the map attached
Step 3: walk to the end of the road towards Casa da Guarda; make a right and walk around the two Gruta's (holes in the rocks looking down onto the beaches); keep following the path to the right and the path will lead you down onto the beach. It seems confusing so I have done a map using google satellite and put arrows. There are some pictures attached as well.

The beach and surrounding landscape is spectacular and I would say that if you visit here you may even skip out on the Benagil caves as these are just as good. You can wear water shoes and do the walk to the end of the line to see other small amazing beaches which are awesome. This is a clothing optional beach but there were a couple of people with clothes on so never fear.
Pack a picnic and enjoy your time as it is amazing!