7 Things You Need to Know When Visiting Tavira Island | Portugal
Tavira Island is an eleven kilometers long island that lies South of the Tavira town, off the coast in Portugal. Tavira island translates to llha de Tavira in Portuguese. The island width varies between 100 m to 1 km. Algarve is known for the best beaches found on the 11 km of the island. It’s preferred by tourists who like to watch birds and swim. Naturism which is part of the Rio Formosa natural reserve is legally practiced in these beaches. The island is accessed by a small floating bridge or ferry in the Pedras d’EI Rei or Santa Luzia area.
Tavira – Ponte romana, Portugal by Rui Ornelas
The Best Time to Visit Tavira
Summer season, when temperatures are highest, is the best time to visit the Island. The best months are therefore July and August. During this season, the daytime sky is always clear blue due to high temperatures and more hours of sunshine. The Tavira weather is generally good throughout the year.
Weather in Tavira
Temperatures are lowest in January and highest in July. Summer temperatures may go as high as 30˚C with sunshine throughout the 12 hours of the day. In winter, spring and autumn seasons, temperatures are always above 15˚C and sunshine hours are reduced to six. Generally, Tavira weather is a typical one from January to December.
Ria de Tavira, Tavira, Portugal by F Mira
Taxi Fares
Traveling may involve hiring a car or taxi for people staying away from the city centre. If you are interested in seeing Tavira’s tourist spots and multiple beaches, hiring a car is your best option. The taxi may cost as high as $45 from the outskirts of the city to the Island. It costs around $20 for adults and $5 for children. There is also an ample packing in the Praia Verde and Manta Rota, a few kilometers away from the Island.
Best Places to Stay
Most of the best hotels are far from the city and people have to know in advance the best locations to stay and those which suit their needs. Some hotels are situated in places with easy beach access perfect for beach holidays and are also near the city centre. These include the Pousada Convento da Graca, Vila Gale Tavira and Hotel Porta Nova in the Tavira city. Other top hotel choices but may take a while reaching the city are Vila Gale Albacora, Pedras D’EI Rei in Santa Luzia and Pedras da Rainha in Cabanas de Tavira. For economy travelers, there are also lots of guest houses, private apartments and camping facilities in the Island.
Hotel Rates
Hotel prices range between $160 and $260 for hotels such as Pedras Raihha Holiday village, Vila Gale Tavira, Vila Gale Albacora and Golden Clude Cabanas. These prices do not include $12 for fees and taxes, and are available for one room and double occupancy partners.
Tavira Beaches
Tavira has some of the most pristine, secluded yet very inviting beaches in the world. Listed below are four of the top tourist choices for beach holidays.
Praia da Terra Estreita (the Narrow Land Beach)
This beach is 50 m in width and found to the East of Praia do Barril, on narrow part of the Tavira Island. It’s also called Praia de Santa Luzia, a village where boats are set off towards the island. Tourists enjoy a warm seawater swim and admire sea daffodils flowers.
Praia da Terra Estreita, Tavira, Portugal by Rafael Tovar
Praia de Cabanas
Found on a strip of land that is narrow and long to the East of the island and river estuary, Praia de Cabanas is located in the Cabanas village, a fishing village. The beach is identified by numerous fishing boats anchored around the Rio Formosa area.
Praia do Lacem
A small lagoon forms this beach and it’s surrounded by vineyards, farmland and orchards. It’s accessed by a footpath with thick vegetation growing on its sides.
Praia do Barril
It’s found in the South coast of Algarve and one of calm beaches as high floods of season don’t affect it. During spring and winter seasons, the water is warm and calm making it a great place for swimming. Tourists visit the beach to jog and watch birds.
Travel Necessities
Some important documents like a valid passport and hotel tickets and confirmations are necessary when traveling to Portugal. Some extra cash and debit and credit cards are important in case of emergencies. Someone needs to have a travel medical insurance plan in case of health problems requiring medication.
Praia do Barril, Tavira, Portugal by Alexmol
Footwear such as flip-flop, pairs of padded socks and sneakers are important for walking on beaches. Jacket is also necessary in case of rain and cold weather. Other clothing basics should be at least four tops and three bottoms, dressy shirts and T-shirts. Personal hygiene items such as soap, sunscreens and hair products are also travel necessities. A map or any guide material for people who may not be able to speak Portuguese is necessary.
About the Author:
Lori Harp is travel blogger and writer for Tavira House Hotel – one of the best hotels in Algarve set within the castle walls of the stunning Algarvian town. For more information visit their website or check out their Google+ Page.
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