Salema Eco Camp (Salema, Portugal) ★★★
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Summary
Salema Eco Camp is the place of choice of those who love nature and surf.
We are located at Salema, part of Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Cost Natural Park, in a fishing village in the civil parish of Budens, municipality of Vila do Bispo, Algarve, that has a beach with the same name, Praia da Salema.
Recognised by The Guardian and The Telegraph as “One of the world’s 50 best beaches” and one of the best in the “family category” and by the Travel & Leisure magazine as “one of the world’s most beautiful secret beaches”, this place will receive all those who come here with its arms wide open.
We care about your wellness and we want to give you the best experience possible during your stay. If you came to us is because you are special!
We foster unique moments that you will always keep in your memory. We want you to get all the good energy this place has to offer!
This way, we are oriented towards people who are sensitive to subjects like: ecology, slow living, recycling, planet preservation and environmental awareness.
At Salema Eco Camp you will find an Eco Store where you can not only buy selected eco-sustainable and organic cosmetics, food and cleaning products, but you can also find basic accessories for campers and surfers, buy some vegetables, fresh fruit, local crafts and inspiring books.
Our restaurant is new and follows the same concept as the eco camp. You will find every day fresh and heathy food betting on local products and is open all day for breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner.
We only have WiFi in the common areas.
We are waiting for you. Visit us!
Packages & prices
32 packages
Campsite pitch for a tent, motorhome or caravan up to 5 metres in length, or a tent up to 5 m², priced per night. Self-catering, no meals included.
Campsite pitch for larger vehicles (motorhome/caravan) between 5 and 7.5 metres in length, or a tent over 5 m², priced per night. Self-catering, no meals included.
Pitch on the camping area of Salema Eco Camp for tents, motorhomes, caravans, roof tents or tent trailers. The stated price per night covers two adults with one tent; a waste-disposal fee per person and night applies on top, and children or extra tents are charged separately. Four sanitary blocks with hot water, filtered drinking-water points, a laundry area using biological detergent, a chemical-toilet disposal station and a weather-dependent BBQ area are available. Wi-Fi works in the central zone of the camp as well as at reception, the restaurant and the coworking space. A free shuttle takes guests to a pool at a partner resort. Pets are allowed on a leash for a fee. Pitches are not pre-booked, allocation happens on arrival, and there is no minimum stay.
Pitch on the camping area of Salema Eco Camp for tents, motorhomes, caravans, roof tents or tent trailers. The stated price per night covers two adults with one tent; a waste-disposal fee per person and night applies on top, and children or extra tents are charged separately. Four sanitary blocks with hot water, filtered drinking-water points, a laundry area using biological detergent, a chemical-toilet disposal station and a weather-dependent BBQ area are available. Wi-Fi works in the central zone of the camp as well as at reception, the restaurant and the coworking space. A free shuttle takes guests to a pool at a partner resort. Pets are allowed on a leash for a fee. Pitches are not pre-booked, allocation happens on arrival, and there is no minimum stay.
Canvas-and-wood Woody cabin with its own deck for up to two people with a double bed (140x200 cm), about 10 sqm (9 Woodys on the property). Included are bedding and towels (changed from the eighth night onward), a mini-fridge, a kettle, electric blankets for cooler nights and a cleaning kit. Bathroom and kitchen are shared: sanitary facilities are located in common areas, and a shared outdoor kitchen with electric stove and sink is available; extra kitchenware can be rented for a fee. The unit includes a private deck with outdoor furniture and one parking space. Wi-Fi works in the common areas. Pets are allowed for a fee.
Canvas-and-wood Woody cabin with its own deck for up to two people with two single beds (90x200 cm), about 10 sqm (9 Woodys on the property). Included are bedding and towels (changed from the eighth night onward), a mini-fridge, a kettle, electric blankets for cooler nights and a cleaning kit. Bathroom and kitchen are shared: sanitary facilities are located in common areas, and a shared outdoor kitchen with electric stove and sink is available; extra kitchenware can be rented for a fee. The unit includes a private deck with outdoor furniture and one parking space. Wi-Fi works in the common areas. Pets are allowed for a fee.
Standalone tipi tent for up to two people with a double bed (140x200 cm) in the camp's tipi zone (14 tipis in total). Equipment includes bedding and towels (changed from the eighth night onward), a small fridge with freezer, a kettle, hair dryer, drying rack and a cleaning kit; the beds have electric blankets and mosquito netting provides ventilation. Sanitary facilities and a shared kitchen with electric hob and dishwashing area are located nearby and shared with other tipi guests, extra kitchenware can be rented. The unit includes a private deck with outdoor furniture and a hammock, plus one parking space. Wi-Fi is available in the common areas. This accommodation type can only be booked from April to October.
Standalone tipi tent for up to four people with two bunk beds (90x200 cm each) in the camp's tipi zone (14 tipis in total). Equipment includes bedding and towels (changed from the eighth night onward), a small fridge with freezer, a kettle, hair dryer, drying rack and a cleaning kit; the beds have electric blankets and mosquito netting provides ventilation. Sanitary facilities and a shared kitchen with electric hob and dishwashing area are located nearby and shared with other tipi guests, extra kitchenware can be rented. The unit includes a private deck with outdoor furniture and a hammock, plus one parking space. Wi-Fi is available in the common areas. This accommodation type can only be booked from April to October.
Open-plan willow dome for up to three people (two adults and one child) with a double bed (140x200 cm), about 25 sqm of living space. Included are bedding and towels (changed from the eighth night onward), a small fridge with freezer, a kettle, a hair dryer and a cleaning kit; an electric blanket provides warmth and mosquito netting provides ventilation. Bathroom and kitchen are shared facilities: sanitary facilities are in the common areas, and a shared kitchen with an electric hotplate and sink is available. The unit includes an outdoor deck with furniture and one parking space. Wi-Fi works in the common areas. Minimum stay one night year-round; pets are not allowed here.
Open-plan studio of about 40 sqm for up to three people with single beds (90x200 cm) and a sofa bed, also selectable as a double-bed configuration; one of five studios on the property. It has its own bathroom with hair dryer and bath/shower products, plus a fully equipped kitchen with small fridge with freezer, electric hotplate, kettle, Italian coffee maker and cooking utensils and cutlery. A fan and a pellet-fed wood stove provide climate control, with window screens. The unit includes a private terrace with table and chairs, plus one parking space. Wi-Fi works in the common areas; no sea view, pets are not allowed here.
'Inland' glamping unit for up to four people with two single beds (90/80x200 cm) and a sofa bed; an extra bed or crib is available on request. Equipment includes a private outdoor kitchen with utensils and an electric hotplate, a mini-fridge, a kettle and an Italian coffee maker, plus hair dryer, shower gel/shampoo, bedding and towels (changed from the eighth night onward) and a cleaning kit. Sanitary facilities are shared, with hot water available around the clock. A fan provides cooling, heating is available on request. The unit includes an outdoor deck with furniture. This accommodation can only be booked from November to March, minimum stay one night.
Mobile home type T2 for up to four people, 32 sqm, one of three mobile homes on the property, with one double bedroom and a second room with single beds. It has its own bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen with electric cooktop, large fridge with freezer, kettle and Italian coffee maker. Air conditioning (heating and cooling) provides comfort, plus hair dryer and bath/shower products. The unit includes a private wooden deck with furniture and umbrella, a picnic table and one parking space. Bedding and towels are included (changed from the eighth night onward). Wi-Fi works in the common areas (reception, restaurant, coworking); there are no mosquito nets and pets are not allowed here.
Travel-themed apartment with one bedroom for up to three people (two single beds and a sofa bed). It has a kitchenette with a fridge and coffee maker, and a bathroom with shower. The unit includes a private terrace overlooking the natural park (no sea view), window screens and one parking space. Bedding is included, a crib is available on request. Wi-Fi works in the common areas, pets are not allowed here.
Two-room wooden lodge (T2) for up to five people with a double bed, a bunk bed and an extra single bed (90x200 cm), one of ten lodges on the property. The private bathroom comes with hair dryer, shower gel and shampoo. The fully equipped kitchen includes an electric hotplate, kitchen utensils, kettle and filter coffee maker plus a fridge with freezer; there is no oven. In winter an electric heater is provided, in summer window screens and a fan. The unit includes a private terrace with outdoor furniture overlooking vegetation (no sea view), a clothesline and one parking space. Bedding and towels are included (changed from the eighth night onward). Wi-Fi works in the common areas, pets are allowed for a fee.
Mobile home type T3 for up to six people, 32 sqm, one of three mobile homes on the property, with one double bedroom and two further rooms with single beds. It has its own bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen with electric cooktop, large fridge with freezer, kettle and Italian coffee maker. Air conditioning (heating and cooling) provides comfort, plus hair dryer and bath/shower products. The unit includes a private wooden deck with furniture and umbrella, a picnic table and one parking space. Bedding and towels are included (changed from the eighth night onward). Wi-Fi works in the common areas (reception, restaurant, coworking); there are no mosquito nets and pets are not allowed here.
90 sqm nature-themed apartment with two separate rooms for up to five people (four single beds plus a sofa bed). It has its own bathroom with shower and separate toilet, plus a fully equipped kitchen with electric hotplate, large fridge with freezer, kettle, Italian coffee maker and toaster. Climate control is provided by a ceiling fan and a wood stove, with window screens. The unit includes a private terrace with outdoor furniture and a private outdoor shower for rinsing off, plus one parking space. Bedding and towels are included (changed from the eighth night onward), and weekly cleaning is provided for long stays. A free shuttle to the beach and to a pool at a nearby partner resort (about 2.5 km away) is offered. Wi-Fi works in the common areas; no sea view, no safe, pets are not allowed here.
Open-plan yurt of about 20 sqm for up to four people with two single beds (90x200 cm) and a sofa bed. The unit has its own bathroom with hair dryer and toiletries, plus a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with electric hotplate, kitchen utensils, kettle, Italian coffee maker and toaster; a small fridge with freezer is also provided. Bedding and towels are included (changed from the eighth night onward), and a fan provides cooling. The unit includes a private terrace with outdoor furniture, a clothesline and one parking space. Wi-Fi works in the common areas. Weekly cleaning is provided for long stays; pets are not allowed here.
90 sqm apartment with surf-themed decor and two separate rooms for up to seven people (double bed, bunk beds and sofa bed). It has its own bathroom, a kitchen with mini-fridge with freezer, electric hotplate, kettle and Italian coffee maker. Climate control is provided by a ceiling fan and a pellet stove, with window screens. The unit includes a private terrace with outdoor furniture, a drying rack, hair dryer and bath/shower products, plus one parking space. Bedding and towels are included. Wi-Fi works in the common areas; no sea view, pets are not allowed here.
120 sqm family-oriented apartment with two separate bedrooms for up to seven people (double bed, bunk bed with three mattresses, sofa bed for two). The apartment is in the central zone of the park, with no sea view. It has its own bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with mini-fridge, electric stove, kettle, Italian coffee maker, toaster and dishwasher, plus clothesline and cleaning supplies. Climate control is provided by a fan and a fireplace. The unit includes a private terrace with a large wooden table, outdoor furniture and pergola shade, plus one parking space. Bedding and towels are included (changed from the eighth night onward), and a free shuttle to the beach is offered. Wi-Fi works in the common areas; a crib and extra bed are available on request, pets are not allowed here.
120 sqm family-oriented apartment with two separate bedrooms for up to seven people (double bed, bunk bed with three mattresses, sofa bed for two). The apartment is in the central zone of the park, with no sea view. It has its own bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with mini-fridge, electric stove, kettle, Italian coffee maker, toaster and dishwasher, plus clothesline and cleaning supplies. Climate control is provided by a fan and a fireplace. The unit includes a private terrace with a large wooden table, outdoor furniture and pergola shade, plus one parking space. Bedding and towels are included (changed from the eighth night onward), and a free shuttle to the beach is offered. Wi-Fi works in the common areas; a crib and extra bed are available on request, pets are not allowed here.
ABOUT THE SURF CAMP
LOCATION AND SURF CONDITIONS
The conditions for surfing here are always good, always. We are on the south coast 14 km from the sw coast. If the sea is good on the sw coast it is smooth on the south coast, if it is good on the south coast it is smooth on the sw coast.
CAMP CHARACTER
ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING
ACCOMMODATION TYPES
We also have our glamping tents: tipi tents and woody tents are the most purist. They have double or bunk beds (up to 4 people in Tipi tents), outdoor furniture, electricity and mini fridge. They do not have a bathroom, so guests will have to use the Toillet Blocks.
The Lodge tents are spacious, with all the amenities (kitchenette, bathroom, maximum capacity 5 people), with a huge high terrace, full of charm and with a unique view.
Our Mobile Homes are authentic bungalows with 2 or 3 bedroom with everything you need for days full of comfort. Bathroom, kitchen, living room, balcony and the most important, unique surroundings!
CATERING
We ahave vegan and vegetarian dishes too.
SURF COURSE AND ACTIVITIES
SURF MATERIALS
use of materials outside course hours- rental and fee
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Paddle Surf
Dolphin Watching
Cave tours
Massage
Surf lessons
Horse Rides
Kayak
Skydiving
Donkey tours
Pottery workshops
Walk to the vineyard
MORE INFO, HOW TO GET THERE & FAQ
SURF CONDITIONS
Breaks directly at the main spot and at nearby spots
Features
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- Deluxe Surfhouse (Luz-Lagos, Portugal)6.3 km
- Fun Ride Surfcamp (Algarve, Portugal)7.2 km
- AltaVista Surf And Adventure Lodge (Praia da Luz, Portugal)8.6 km