Scott Dunn Explorers at Pine Cliffs

Prepare to be wowed at our Pine Cliffs Explorers Club. We have created a purpose-built space tailored to all ages, and with the resort’s amazing facilities at our disposal, including a magnificent sandy beach, golf, swimming, high ropes, surfing, padel, and a fun games room, there’s something for every young explorer to enjoy.

It’s not just a holiday.

It's a morning of bug hunts and dinosaur discovery, followed by golf and padel racquets and climbing harnesses at the ready.

Our Favourite Things About the Club:

A perfect fit for families looking for an action-packed week.
Purpose built club with state-of-the-art facilities.
Two separate areas - split out into an Under 5’s area and an over 5's area.
Specially designed sleep area for the little ones to snuggle up and take a nap.
Air conditioning throughout the club.
Located in the middle of the resort for ease of drop off and collection.
Shaded outdoor play area & high-quality toys and crafts.
Managed and operated by Scott Dunn.
Stargazers available (7pm-10pm) Mon and Thurs.
Crew Programme available.

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Exclusive activities available at our Pine Cliffs Explorers Kids Club

Pine Cliffs is known for its amazing choice of sports facilities, and your children will get to use them through our Explorers programme. The tennis, padel, golf, football and surf sessions are all run by pros in their field, so depending on the child’s age and experience they can learn new skills from a high level of training.

Highlight Activities:

High Ropes through the pine forest
Padel with an expert coach at The Annabel Croft Academy
Surfing lessons with a pro
X-Cube interactive experience room
Golf lessons with a pro
Body boarding at Praia de Falesia

Globetrotters

4 months - 2 years

As well as enhancing creativity, fun games, sensory and messy play, at Pine Cliffs our lucky Globetrotters get to use the resorts super Porta Pirata children’s village and playground and splash time in the heated kids splash pool.

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Adventurers

3 - 4 years

Additional to the other activities on offer our budding Adventurers will get to enjoy the resorts Reptile and Birds show, Porta Pirata children’s village and playground and journey down to the Pine Cliffs famous beach for sandy fun and games!

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Voyagers

5 - 7 years

Voyagers are the perfect age to start exploring and trying a whole host of exciting activities. As well as many arts and crafts, cooking, and games, at Pine Cliffs our adventurous Voyagers can try out Mini Golf, Tennis lessons with a tennis professional, body boarding at the beach, and golf sessions with a pro.

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Pioneers

8 - 11 years

For the Pioneers, it’s all about providing the right balance of independence and fun. At Pine Cliffs they will enjoy Golf sessions with a pro, Lazer tag, Tennis lessons, Surf lessons and Local Portuguese cooking classes.

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What Our Guests Have Said

"The club and team are exceptional and is the main reason we return each year. The head office team as always are brilliant, I can always rely on them to reach out to me to starting thinking ahead and planning our trip!"

AG - August 2025

Travelled to Portugal
"This is the standout feature of the holiday. There is no doubt that the children are kept safe and well looked after. The staff genuinely love them and provide such a caring, happy and fun environment. The range of activities is brilliant and well thought out."

LD - July 2025

Travelled to Portugal
"Another really fantastic trip - thank you! Our daughters had a fabulous time at Explorers and ran in every time without even saying goodbye - to Stargazers as well! We were able to relax knowing they were having a great time."

SR - June 2025

Travelled to Portugal
"Our only negative is that it was so good that going without Scott Dunn for a holiday would now be quite a step down! We maybe had a few little niggles with the resort but thought the Scott Dunn aspect was brilliant."

SH - July 2024

Travelled to Portugal
"The kids club was the highlight! They were warm, friendly and welcoming which meant we as parents could relax. Bee was excellent with her communication and was so accommodating! "

KB - October 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"Couldn’t ask for better care, the members of staff are the reason for us coming back to Pine Cliffs. Our daughter has Down’s Syndrome, they clearly understood her needs and my husband and I felt she was safe and cared for in the best possible way. "

AM - August 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"Great service from all in the Scott Dunn team before, during and after the holiday. My son loved the kids club activities, especially the stargazers club."

JH - August 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"The staff at the club are exceptionally good they listen to the parents and children’s requirements and the activities provided are excellent! We especially would like to mention how good Kayleigh, Bee and Andrea were with the children!"

KM - August 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"The Pine Cliffs Explorers team were amazing as always, particularly the staff who have been there for a number of years."

GP - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"I really liked how every hour of the day there was something different planned. The high roped for the pioneers was a particular highlight. Enike from kids club was excellent for my eldest daughter - really fun."

SC - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"As always it was fantastic. My girls loved the staff in there and they were warm and welcoming."

KP - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"Passionate staff, varied activities and the kids loved it. We were so impressed, especially with the level of communication pre and during the sessions."

NF - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"The team were fantastic. Bee and Kayleigh were both superb, they are a credit to your company and an absolute delight. Also, a shout out to Kate and Adrianna who were also lovely with our little one. If you have an internal recognition scheme they should be recognised as being outstanding!"

TB - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"The kid’s clubs for both Bertie (six) and Cordelia (three) were excellent. The staff were friendly, welcoming and highly competent. The range of activities was outstanding, and we felt confident dropping the children off each day. "

TG - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"The club is great. The team are lovely and bonded well to our girls. Bee runs it so well and all team members are excellent. Special mention to Bronagh and Kate also."

JC - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal
"The team were amazing again this year! Ethan loved going and that is largely down to the people! Huge shout out to them all!"

PC - July 2023

Travelled to Portugal

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Why Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Clubs?

Unique to You

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We’re not your average kids club. We know that every child is different, we listen to you and take time to settle your child ensuring we are consistent with their routine.
We will pair your family with the right resort for you, depending on your unique wants and needs.

Seamless Service

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Feel at ease knowing your children will be happy and looked after by our highly trained childcare team offering a seamless experience from start to finish.
As with any Scott Dunn trip, our Travel Specialists are just a phone call away 24/7, while our dedicated in-resort childcare team are personally on hand to help.

Carefully Curated Collection

With over 25 years of experience, we have curated an outstanding collection of Explorers Kids Clubs around the globe, perfecting a seamless formula for flawless family holidays.
We only have clubs located in exceptional hotels with a five-star offering; ensuring your entire holiday experience will be brilliant.

Luxury in Every Sense

Our Explorers holidays offer families luxury in every sense. From the indulgence of guilt-free adult time, to happy and fulfilled children, to delicious meals and excellent facilities.
We have personally experienced each resort, ensuring the level of service and luxury you expect for your family holiday.

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