Wild nature,
unique stays &
living traditions
From safari glamping in the northern mountains to secret coastal trails, quintas and authentic Portuguese festas.
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Safari Glamping Portugal
Vieira do Minho · Northern Portugal
A little piece of Africa in Portugal. Fully equipped safari tents with private terraces, kitchens and bathrooms, between the Serra da Cabreira and Peneda-Gerês — created by a family, inspired by Africa, with roots in Portugal.
Photos courtesy of safari-glamping.com
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Festas & events
Portuguese celebrations in Portugal and across South Africa.
Religious & Traditional FestasSat, 31 Oct 2026 · 14:00
Chestnut Festival — Curral das Freiras 2026
Curral das Freiras · Portugal
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Religious & Traditional FestasThu, 31 Dec 2026 · 23:00
Madeira New Year's Eve Fireworks 2026
Funchal · Portugal
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OutdoorFri, 12 Feb 2027 · 06:00
Amigos da Rota — Mpumalanga Getaway 2027
South Africa
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Escapes across Portugal
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Reserva Alecrim Glamping & Eco Suites
Santiago do Cacém · Alentejo
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Quinta Camarena
Cercal do Alentejo · Alentejo
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Quinta Kabaceira
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Peneda-Gerês
Waterfalls & mountain trails
Portugal's only national park — granite peaks, river pools and old stone villages.
Douro Valley
River & vineyard escapes
Kayak or cruise between terraced vineyards, then taste port where it's made.
Rota Vicentina
Wild Atlantic coast walks
Cliff-top fishermen's trails along the untouched Alentejo coastline.
Portuguese life in South Africa 🇿🇦
Portuguese-owned stays
We're adding Portuguese-owned guesthouses and lodges in South Africa. Run one?
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Portuguese artists in South Africa
Singers, musicians, folk groups and hosts keeping Madeiran and Portuguese culture alive — book them for your festa.
Ana de Abreu
Vocalist
Dani T
Singer & Songwriter
Dr Sandra Da Mata
MC, Speaker & Radio Personality
Fatima Nery
Singer
Mr Buccs & Little Buccs
Content Creators
Portuguese Dance Society of Johannesburg
Portuguese Folk Dancing Group of Cape Town
Rancho Folclórico da Casa Social da Madeira de Pretória
Ricardo da Conceição
Piano Accordion
Profiles and photos: Madeira Diaspora South Africa
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