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Tipi Algarve - Monte Joao Afonso

Selfcatering, Activity Holidays, Volunteers, Retreat, Eco Yurt, Tipis
Monchique (Monchique, Algarve). Sleeps up to: 2, 4, 6, 8, 9+

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Come and join us in the peace and tranquility of our eco-retreat at Monte Joao Afonso in the Algarve, the sunshine coast of Southern Portugal, and experience a truly unique holiday amidst beautiful natural surroundings with its secluded countryside location in an area of Portugal's protected forestry. Tipi Algarve is perfectly situated to escape the maddening crowds of summer yet is just a few minutes away from the bustling port town of Portimão and a great choice of superb local beaches.Children under 12yrs go free

Tipi Algarve is the perfect setting for a very special and memorable holiday and staying in a canvas tipi will provide you with a unique 'at-one-with-nature' experience... a comfortable, low-impact, ecological and ethical holiday where you can venture out to discover the delights and treasures of this charming region of Portugal.

Tipi Algarve offers something for everyone - families on an adventure holiday or a half term break, couples sharing the seclusion of romantic getaway, friends enjoying memorable moments together basking in the sea, people seeking a healing retreat who may wish to take advantage of the complimentary therapies available.

Whether you're a surfer, walker, birdwatcher, painter, extreme sports fanatic or just want to chill out... you can do it all here in the Algarve.

Nestled in the foothills of Monchique, Tipi Algarve is only 10 mins drive from the lively town of Portimão, 12km from the historical town of Silves and just 15 mins to some of the best beaches in the Algarve. The international airport at Faro is about 45 mins drive away by new motorway so you can be off the plane and settling in before you know it!

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Meals (If Available):
Lunches and dinners availble on request Tuesdays is BBQ night Vegetarian option Friday nights is Pizza night in our outside pizza oven. We make the dough and you roll and top your pizza with our fresh home grown organic produce

Extras (if any):
Holistic therapy: massage,chakra balancing using crystals and colour therapy, spiritual healing, creative visualisations, guided meditations, spiritual counselling.

Number of bedrooms: 5+

Prices in euros:
4 X North American Indian Tipi and 1 X Mongolian Yurt
These magnificent structures provide surprisingly spacious accommodation, reaching up to more than 6m high, adding to your generous living area.
We currently have two 5m and two 7.5m North American Tipis made of cotton canvas on a framework of locally sourced Eucalyptus wooden poles and a beautiful new addition for 2009 is a handcrafted 5.5m Mongolian Yurt .
All have double bed, complete with luxurious bedding, cushions, towels, lamps and storage for clothes. Extra beds and bedding can be provided for more guests on request of booking a 7.5m Tipi.

Outside you have shaded cooking and dining area with Gas x2 ring stove, BBQ, fridge and personal cooler box, cold water tap from our borehole. We also provide you with all your kitchen essentials from teapots to teaspoons. On site there are hot and cold showers, flush toilets, hand washing facilities and power supply for mobile phones and hair dryers.

HIGH Season (April to November):
Minimum booking of 3 nights
5m Tipi
Minimum of 3 nights booking from 1st April - 31st July and 1st September - 1st November

Minimum of 7 nights booking from 1st - 31st August



These prices below are based on two people sharing, children under 12yrs stay for free - over 12yrs and extra adults are charged at €5 per night per person.


Dragonfly or Buddha 5m Tipi (Double)

3 nights €200
4 nights €250
5 nights €300
6 nights €350
7 nights €400
€50 per night for every night thereafter


Kingfisher or Hummingbird 7.5m Tipi (Family/Double)

3 nights €300

4 nights €385

5 nights €470

6 nights €555

7 nights €640

€85 per night for every night thereafter


Mongolian Yurt (Family/Double)
3 nights €300
4 nights €385
5 nights €470
6 nights €555
7 nights €640
€85 per night for every night thereafter

We ask all our guests to please bring their own beach towels and environmentally friendly products wherever possible!


2011 - Book now for next year at this year's prices!
We are now taking bookings for the 2011 season (1st April till 30th November 2011).
Please use the contact form for bookings in 2011 and we will email you within 48hrs.

Availability & Booking:
Please visit our calendars, to check available dates.
You can book your required dates from these calendars.
Contact the owner of Tipi Algarve - Monte Joao Afonso direct.

Pure Portugal advertises on behalf of hosts / owners, who supply their details, and are responsible for accuracy and booking arrangements.
Pure Portugal Ltd is a workers co-operative company, registered in England no: 5123198
Registered Office: 93 North Street, Burwell, Cambridge, CB5 0BB, United Kingdom.