Praia do Camilo
Praia do Camilo
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yllop1101
Bristol, UK95 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
Gorgeous beach, down 200 steps.
We arrived at about 9.30am and got a good spot near the lifeguard hut at the back. The sun soon was on us, and we avoided being surrounded by people.
The coves and beach through the tunnel are beautiful to explore at low tide.
We arrived at about 9.30am and got a good spot near the lifeguard hut at the back. The sun soon was on us, and we avoided being surrounded by people.
The coves and beach through the tunnel are beautiful to explore at low tide.
Written 13 September 2020
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Reb
Ipswich, UK27 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
This beach is gorgeous, we’ve visited many times before. We arrived early and the beach was reasonably empty. As the day progressed more & more people arrived. People walking over your blanket, other peoples feet on your face, unable to walk to the sea for fear of standing on someone. No social distancing at all. We had to leave just after lunch as yet another family descended into our space. I think for small beaches like these there needs to be a limit on how many people are on it.
Written 26 August 2020
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,677 contributions
Apr 2021
One of the most beautiful beaches I visited in the Algarve, definetly a must! However in the summer I heard it gets extremely crowded so that it is not possible to find any space to put the towel (the beach is not very long). I went in April after Portugal opened up from lockdown so it was not so full, on the contrary. It has a good location between Dona Ana and Ponta da Piedade, two oter amazing spots. The stairs are very long but it is worth it and it was not so tiring to go back up.
Written 1 May 2021
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Rob D2
33 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Lots of steps down to an absolutely packed beach, where people had made little spaces between tons of stinky seaweed.
Not really worth the bother - there are tons of better beaches within 10 miles.
Save yourself the bother and go at sunset and look down on the rock formations here, don’t bother going down to the beach
Not really worth the bother - there are tons of better beaches within 10 miles.
Save yourself the bother and go at sunset and look down on the rock formations here, don’t bother going down to the beach
Written 22 August 2023
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CultureTrip
Berlin, Germany3 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
We arrived in Lagos knowing little about it, and were utterly blown away.
It’s hard to believe that all this beauty was so close to the town.
This was the favourite of our beaches. Tranquil, and spectacular.
We also recommend the kayaking tours that you can organise in town.
It’s hard to believe that all this beauty was so close to the town.
This was the favourite of our beaches. Tranquil, and spectacular.
We also recommend the kayaking tours that you can organise in town.
Written 10 December 2022
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gowrie12
Cardiff, UK22 contributions
July 2022
Quite a small beach, which is reached by a lot of steps, so not suitable for people with mobility problems. Also it is advisable to check the tide times as the water comes in and covers most of the beach at high tide, so there is very little space left to sit on the sand. There is a small beach bar which stocks limited drinks which are quite expensive. However it is a lovely place to swim with clear water. Depending on wind conditions you may get a lot of seaweed drifting in.
Written 14 July 2022
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TravelBug
London, UK47 contributions
July 2024 • Family
This would have been an absolutely stunning beach if it wasn’t for the crowds. It’s a real shame. The car park is extremely overcrowded and had to wait for a long while before getting a space, only to walk down with a 10 month baby and all our things to find it absolutely packed. It spoils the natural beauty. It’s the height of European summer so nothing more can be expected. Sadly it was an unpleasant experience unless you love overcrowded places and nowhere to sit.
Written 9 July 2024
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Erika
Caracas, Venezuela9,864 contributions
June 2021
This is one of the most famous beaches in Algarve, that's why it is extremely massive and crowded. Also, the sand and the water is full of algae most of the times.
There are way better beaches in Algarve where you get to be alone and enjoy.
There are way better beaches in Algarve where you get to be alone and enjoy.
Written 14 July 2021
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LoobyLouWho
Derbyshire, UK62 contributions
June 2022 • Solo
An absolutely stunning bay. The scenery is amazing, it was very busy when I went so would recommend trying to get there early. A small shack on the beach for drinks. There are a large number of steps to get down to the beach but handily some benches on the way if you need a breather heading back up.
Written 27 June 2022
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historyfanatic99
New York City, NY209 contributions
July 2023
We had high expectations for this beach - as all the reviews said it was amazing. We got there and it was so crowded that it was impossible to even find a place to sit. But worse was the seeweed - there were tons and tons We couldn't get into the water without being swamped with seeweed. I could see that under different circumstances it could be quite a nice beach. My suggestion - check the seeweed situation first and go early to avoid the crowds. It is a bit out of the way to be disappointed.
Written 8 July 2023
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Can you hire kayaks (not as part of a tour) from Camilo beach or nearby?
Written 5 July 2024
I am looking for an early morning kayak tour around the grottoes/coves, etc..Can you recommend an early morning one?
Thanks
Written 26 May 2018
Many places to book, starting from Marina right along the way as far as the old town and even in the old town. Usually also 5-6 small boats waiting for customers located just across/ above the taxi rank in town.
Written 8 June 2018
Ciao! sapete se è raggiungibile in un bus da Lagos ? grazie mille
Written 25 March 2017
Mi spiace ma non sono in grado di rispondere.
Da Lagos però partono battelli e piccole imbarcazioni che effettuano un giro spettacolare lungo tutta la costa.
Consiglio piccole imbarcazioni perché riescono ad avvicinarsi agli anfratti più nascosti.
Written 26 March 2017
Bonjour,
J'aimerai savoir si il y a des hôtels prêts de ces plages et lesquels conseillerez vous avec demi pension si possible ? Merci
Written 19 August 2016
Bonjour, si vous le souhaitez, nous avons une guesthouse avec appartement indépendant, vous pouvez voir notre site en écrivant" vila Dona Margaretha à LAGOS"
Au plaisir de vous recevoir
Frank
Written 16 September 2018
is there a bus from Lagos that takes you to Camilo Beach .... we will not have a vehicle. Tks
Written 2 December 2015
Yes, you can take the Number 2 bus from downtown Lagos. Just ask the driver to tell you where to get off.
Written 8 March 2018
Please could you recommend a charming B&B or boutique hotel for a group of 10 ladies in the Lagos, Algarve area close to a beautiful beach and village vibe. 3 or 4 star
Written 15 October 2015
Hi there!
Does anyone know if you can rent a parasol on the beach? is the bar/restaurant far away?
Thank you
Ale
Written 13 July 2015
There is a bar and restaurant at the top of the stairs
Written 25 June 2016
Is it easy to get to via public transport?
Written 2 April 2015
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