2hr Walk in a Cork Forest

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

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Travel to the Alentejo and into the deepest part of a cork forest on this 2-hour guided tour from Redondo. Take a walk to explore the cork forest and learn about the harvesting of the cork at a farmhouse estate run by the same family for six generations. Enjoy personalized attention on this small group tour as well as a traditional cork-strippers' lunch, if chosen.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Local guide

Lunch if the option is selected

Shuttle service available under consulting - not included in the price

What To Expect

Corktrekking

Be our trekking companion on a journey along the farm roads with the Serra D’Ossa in sight. Uncover a new part of the farm production past the corner: cork, wine, pork, honey. Feel part of the Alentejo landscape step after step and get back to nature for a while

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

2Hr Walk in the Cork Forest

Duration: 2 hours

Reviews

4.66

41 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Tour in the Rain!
Joan,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour was booked well in advance as a walking tour. But thanks to uncooperative weather walking was not possible. We met at Corktrekking as per plan, but heavy rain and winds made it clear that we weren’t walking anywhere. Our guide (sorry we don’t recall your name) saved the situation. He was full of information which he readily shared. It was fascinating to learn about agriculture and the pressures they face. Obrigada!
Very Enjoyable!
Marianne F,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a walk to one very old Cork Tree thru areas of Holm trees mixed with Cork trees. We enjoyed our Guides very much.
Informative visit
O6993PGheathers,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Certo, our guide was excellent. Great information on cork and its harvesting. Thoroughly enjoyable. Thanks, Certo!!
Cork Farm Tour
Companion29318322765,
Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We thoroughly enjoyed our Cork Tour with Celino. We not only learned about cork farming but also about the vineyards and local agriculture. The tour was a lot of fun and we would recommend it to our friends. Thanks so much!
Personable, fascinating experience
53evanl,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Daniel was a great guide - He was really knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about cork, Portugal, the surrounding region, and more. He was also very attentive and made sure we left with great local recommendations. The walk through the cork forest itself was lovely, with some nice views of the countryside and a nice companion dog to boot. If you’re truly interested in a tranquil, thoughtful walk packed with information — both scientific and otherwise — then this is a great local option.
Truth uncorked
Stay28270151145,
May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
What a total rip off. Whilst it is easy to criticise, this so-called tour is a total joke. My advice is to stop alongside cork trees and watch a video showing how cork is extracted. Hang you heads in shame
Cork trees up close and personal
heathersI8111HN,
Oct 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was an amazing way to see the oak cork trees up close and learn about the cork industry and harvest. Chantel was very knowledgeable and informative. We had a great time!
Cork and Wine tour
susansJ3236IM,
Sep 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great Day and great information from Chantel. We loved the wines so much that we bought 4 bottles. The cork trees are so amazing and resilient. And we are now experts on cork trees!!!
AVOID!!!
alexandreofigueiredo,
Jun 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Disappointing. The woman who served us was stupid and uneducated. He gave us the information that it was necessary to make an appointment and sent us on our way. Terrible treatment of the public. It's difficult to understand how a place, with a person serving you in this way, is a travelers choice. Unthinkable DON'T GO THERE!
Delightful and absolutely unique experience
lauriep848,
May 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
One of our favorite parts of our 2 week visit to Portugal! Our personable guide explained the history of the 5 generation Herdade da Maroteira estate and how cork is grown and harvested. We walked through the cork forest, saw the vineyards and enjoyed explanations of the eco friendly approach that the estate uses to grow cork, olives, cattle and wine. The property was filled with stunning spring flowers as well as the other crops. Afterward we enjoyed appetizers and the local wine at the winerey and then were taken to a very authentic Portugu ese restaurant Absolutely recommend!