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Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
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Sail through the Ria Formosa Natural Park and visit islands. Join us in a sightseeing cruise from Faro, up to 12 people. Journey through the Ria Formosa channels on a comfortable catamaran and make stops at the islands of Farol and Deserta. The tour is operated by a multilingual guide.
From April to October, the morning tour lasts for 4 hours and includes break for lunch on a restaurant on Farol island. The price of the lunch is not included. The afternoon tour is 3,5 hours. There are breaks for swimming.
From November to March, the tour lasts for 3 hours.
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$36.18
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$36.18

4 Stops 4 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro
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Explore the Algarve's Ria Formosa Natural Park during your time in Faro on this half-day excursion. Join a small group and visit four of the islands in the park—Deserta, Farol, Culatra, and Hangares—via a catamaran. Spend your day swimming in the warm waters, observing local marine life with your snorkel, and learning about local village life.
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Ilha Deserta and Farol Island: a small group boat trip in Ria Formosa from Faro
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Cruise the glittering waters of Ria Formosa Natural Park on a 3-hour sailing trip from Faro. After you climb aboard a luxurious catamaran, sail to natural landmarks like Deserta Island and Farol Island and scour the scenery for sightings of exotic birds. Observe the lives of locals as you listen to history and culture-rich commentary from your guide. Receive personalized attention on this small-group tour, limited to 10 passengers.
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$31.01
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$31.01

Small Group - Dolphin and Wildlife Watching in Faro
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Discover the local marine life around Faro, Portugal during this exciting cruise. Join a small group and set sail on the Atlantic Ocean in search of several aquatic species. Observe bottlenose and common dolphins, marine birds, bluefin tuna, and perhaps even orcas and sharks. An onboard marine biologist provides information on what you see and collects research data.
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$56.86
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$56.86

Short boat trip of the Algarve's Ria Formosa lagoon from Faro: 1 hour
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This is boat trip to discover the lagoon of Ria Formosa
This 1-hour boat trip is ideal for those who are passing by Faro and do not have much time, but still would like to know the Ria Formosa, one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal.
We leave the marina of Faro on board a confortable catamaran.
When exploring the lagoon area one can see numerous waders that feed on small organisms that live in the marshes. This boat trip goes through the numerous channels of this protected area and it ends with the beautiful view of the Walls of the Old Town of Faro.
This small-group tour is limited to 11 people, offering a more intimate experience.
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$18.61
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$18.61

Benagil Cave tour from Faro
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Combine a trip to the Benagil Cave with a visit to the Marinha Beach, and check off two of the Algarve's highlights in just one trip. After traveling by road from Faro, you'll bodyboard into the famous cave alongside an instructor and the rest of your group. Afterward, you'll travel onwards to Marinha Beach for ample time to snorkel, swim, and laze on the beach.
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$56.86
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$56.86

Ria Formosa Natural Park Two Islands Boat Trip in Faro
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Sail through the Ria Formosa Natural Park on this 4 hour sightseeing cruise from Faro. Journey through the Ria Formosa channels on a 12 person boat and make stops at the islands of Farol and Deserta. The tour is operated by a multilingual guide.
From April to October, the morning tour lasts for 4 hours and includes break for lunch on a restaurant on Farol island. The price of the lunch is not included. The afternoon tour is 3,5 hours. There are breaks for swimming.
From November to March, the tour lasts for 3 hours.
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$36.18
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$36.18

Ria Formosa Small-Group Catamaran Sunset Tour from Faro
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Escape to the calm waters of the Ria Formosa Natural Park on this 1,5 hours sunset cruise. Enjoy the calm of a late afternoon sail, with stops at Deserta and Farol islands on an experience limited to 12 passengers. Appreciate watching as the sun sets into the water.
The schedule varies due to different sunset times around the year.
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$25.85
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$25.85

Tour to the Benagil Cave from Faro or Tavira
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Venture west from Faro or Tavira and explore the famous Benagil Cave on this full-day excursion. Join a private guide for the journey to the Benagil area for a day of caving, swimming, hiking, and soaking up the sun. See the famous skylight in the cave, take a hike in the Seven Suspended Valleys, and sunbathe on Marinha Beach all in one day.
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$51.69
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$51.69

Islands Tour: Half Day Cruise in Ria Formosa National Park
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Make the most of your time exploring Ria Formosa Natural Park by traveling with a guide on this half-day excursion. While you move through the canals of Olhao, the Barrier Islands, and the bay of Armona, learn about the area’s ecosystem and history through guided commentary. Make a stop for lunch (own expense) in the tiny fishing village of Cultura, where you can get a restaurant recommendation or picnic on the beach.
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$20.68
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2 Stop | 2 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro
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Enjoy this relaxing tour in the Ria formosa Natural Parque whit a confortable Catamaran and discover the 2 beautiful and principal Islands with 2 Stop : Deserta Island and Farol Island. You can snorkeling , walking near the oceano , observe Cape os Santa Mariade and enjoy the local wildlife.
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$31.01
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3-Hour Boat Tour in Ria Formosa on Olhão Algarve
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Portugal is home to many awe-inspiring natural landscapes but deciding where to visit can be overwhelming and trying to see everything can be just as stressful. While traveling through Olhao, take this Ria Formosa on Olhao Algarve Boat Tour, and combine a day on the water with swimming and sunbathing, too.
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2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve
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If you’re a nature lover in The Algarve, Ria Formosa National Park should be at the top of your itinerary. During this 2-hour tour from Faro, you’ll explore the natural landscape on a ‘saveiro’ (a traditional painted boat) while learning about the myriad of bird species that inhabit the area. With luck, you’ll spot birds such as white storks, little egrets, spoonbills, and grey plover. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people to guarantee an intimate atmosphere.
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$31.01
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$31.01

Your first experience Sailing - Private Trip in Ria Formosa
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Join a sailing boat trip in the Ria Formosa with a skipper for 4 hours. Enjoy the trip or be an active part of it, as the skipper will teach and help you perform some of the sailing tasks.
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$89.47
Price varies by group size
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$89.47
Price varies by group size

Eco Tour Ria Formosa - Guided Nature Tour from Faro to Ilha Deserta
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Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Ria Formosa Natural Park on a 90-minute catamaran cruise to Deserta Island from Faro. While you listen to informative commentary from your guide, you’ll see fascinating flora and fauna and disembark at Deserta Island to stroll along the beautiful beach. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your own departure time and opt to explore hiking trails and nature walks before you return to Faro by catamaran.
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$32.36
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$32.36

Ria Formosa Eco Boat Trip from Faro
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The Ria Formosa flows through Portugal’s Algarve region, offering a haven for native wildlife—but exploring the lagoons without disturbing the birds isn’t easy. On this tour, cruise along the Ria Formosa peacefully by eco-friendly solar-powered boat and enjoy uninterrupted views over the wetland scenery. With minimal engine noise from your solar-powered boat, spot native wildlife in its natural habitat and see the best of the Ria Formosa.
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$18.61
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$18.61

Romantic Sunset Tour in the Ria Formosa: From Faro
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End your day enjoying the nature and watch the change of colours in the sky and in the water with your soul mate by your side.
- Cruise the natural reserve of Ria Formosa aboard a small catamaran
- Have a private romantic tour
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$258.45
per group
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$258.45
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Faro - Ria Formosa tour with visit to 2 islands (Deserta, Farol) 3.5 hours
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Your trip will start through the channels of the Ria Formosa Natural Park where you can observe species of sea birds and fishing activities.
Arriving at Deserta island, you can walk and enjoy the Dunar flora or dive in transparent waters, then we go out to the open sea to see the Cape of Stª Maria and head to the island of Farol. , enjoy the original architecture of the island, the return to Faro will be made enjoying the surroundings of the Ria Formosa. When you reach the end of the tour, you will notice that time has passed too quickly, and that your wish would be to stay on the islands for much longer.
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$31.81
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$31.81

Ria Formosa Half Day Sailing Tour
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Sail through the calm waters of the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve during your time in the Algarve on this sailing excursion. Join a small group and board your vessel to explore the four islands of the park. Stop at a couple of islands, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife like dolphins, and enjoy dips in the warm waters of the lagoon.
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$51.69
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$51.69

Private Ria Formosa Natural Park Boat Cruise from Faro
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Sail privately through the Ria Formosa Natural Park on this sightseeing cruise from Faro. Journey through the Ria Formosa channels on a modern and comfortable catamaran and make stops at the islands Culatra, Farol and Deserta (full day tour). Come and celebrate with us a special occasion! The tour is operated by a multilingual guide.
If you prefer shorter tour, you can customize!
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$155.07
per group
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$155.07
per group

Sunset Tour | Ria Formosa - From Faro
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In a Confortable Catamaran relax and enjoy enjoy the beauty of the sunset and its magnificent colors reflected in the waters of the Ria Formosa.
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$25.85
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Hop On Hop Off Islands
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Feel free to explore the Ria Formosa’s barrier islands at your own pace. Departing from Faro, you can take the boat circuit to the islands of the Natural Park, and you have freedom to travel between them, on the available schedules. The ticket is valid for 24 hours on all trips until you return to Faro.
How does the Hop On Hop Off Islands work?
We have multiple scheduled pickup times in the three islands (hourly), giving you the flexibility to visit them all, choosing the time you want to spend on each one. Our boat skippers will be there to guide you and provide all the information you need during your journey.
You can depart from Faro, spend the day exploring and traveling between the islands, and choose your return time.
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$31.81
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$31.81

Private Boat Tour through the Faro Islands
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Accompany us during your holidays, aboard a very special catamaran, a Nautitech 47. During the day, we can glimpse all the grandeur of our coast, with everything it has to offer, sailing, going with the help of the wind .
At dusk, the Ria comes to life, with all its animal species and flora, which makes your entire experience unique. An incredible choice for those who appreciate nature.
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$723.66
per group
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$723.66
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Private Sightseeing Boat Tour in Ria Formosa at Olhão
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Explore Ria Formosa National Park at your own pace on a private sightseeing boat tour that takes you to islands and fishing communities that are inaccessible by any other mode of transport. You’ll explore the islets of Deserta, Farol, Culatra, and Armona, and enjoy time to sunbathe and swim in the crystal clear waters of Armona Beach.
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$227.44
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