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See more of the Algarve in less time on this fast-paced speedboat tour through the Ria Formosa Natural Park, one of Portugal's most important coastal lagoons. Pass barrier islands and the historic Faro Old Town waterfront in a fraction of the time of a standard boat tour, with a skipper on hand to point out the highlights as you go. Join a small group of up to seven, or upgrade for a totally private experience.
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1 or 2 Hour Speed Boat Tour - Ria Formosa
1 to 2 hours
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Explore the rugged ‘Deserted Island’ located just off the Algarve coast. Take the ferry to the island and observe the various bird species that inhabit the area such as herons, plovers, and black-winged stilts. Soak up the sun on the white sandy beaches or go for a walk and admire the beautiful scenery before taking the ferry back to Faro.
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Boat trip from Faro to Ilha Deserta by Ferry
1 to 8 hours
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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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4 Stops | 3 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro
4 to 5 hours
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Spot local wildlife on this eco-cruise off the coast of the Faro for a unique perspective of the Algarve. Climb aboard your RIB boat with a small group and cruise along the rugged coastline and through the Ria Formosa Natural Park, listening to commentary from your nature guide. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, fish, and birds.
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Algarve Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour
2 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
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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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Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
2 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
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Discover the nature and wildlife of the Ria Formosa Natural Park on this tour from Faro. Avoid the crowds aboard an intimate catamaran, perfect for your small group. Stop first at Barreta Island, on the southernmost point in Portugal, to see its sand dunes. Then explore the Ria Formosa Natural Park with opportunities to spot various wildlife in its channels. Finish at Farol island, where you find long, sandy beaches and your choice of beach bars.
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Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
4 hours
Free Cancellation
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Experience the best of Ria Formosa Natural Park—renowned for its white sands and wildlife—on a boat tour that stops at two of the archipelago’s best islands, Deserta and Farol Island. You’ll have free time to snorkel, swim, or simply soak up the sunshine on the beachfront.
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2 Stop | 2 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro
3 hours
Free Cancellation
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This boat tour will show you the magnificent natural park of Ria Formosa. Travel safely in a small group, with experienced crew members to steer the boat and keep you entertained with commentary along the way. During the tour, learn about local landscapes and wildlife, discover picturesque islands such as Armona and Culatra.
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Ria Formosa - Boat trip to the 3 Islands: Armona | Culatra Island | Lighthouse
5 hours
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Take a relaxing half-day cruise through the Ria Formosa Natural Park on this private tour from Faro. See how the park changes with the rising and lowering of the tides as your private boat travels the park’s channels. Stop at the uninhabited island of Barreta for its long sandy beach and at Farol Island to see its small village and lighthouse.
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Private Half-Day Boat Tour in Ria Formosa from Faro
4 hours
Free Cancellation
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US$475
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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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3-Hour Boat Tour in Ria Formosa on Olhão Algarve
3 hours
Free Cancellation
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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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Ilha Deserta and Farol Island: a small group boat trip in Ria Formosa from Faro
3 hours
Free Cancellation
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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 inaccessible by other transport. Visit 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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Private Sightseeing Boat Tour in Ria Formosa at Olhão
2 hours
Free Cancellation
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Feel free to explore the Ria Formosa’s barrier islands at your own pace. Departing from Faro, you start with a guided tour of 90 minutes with a marine biologist guide. Once arrival to the first stop - Ilha Deserta - 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. 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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Guided Nature Tour & Hop On Hop Off 3 Islands
7 hours
Free Cancellation
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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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2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve
2 hours
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Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Ria Formosa Natural Park on a 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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From Faro: Ria Formosa Eco Tour guided by Marine Biologist
1 hour 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
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Explore the islands of the Ria Formosa Natural Park at your leisure with this hop on, hop off island tour, which lasts for 24 hours. The islands of Ilha da Culatra, Ilha do Farol, and Animaris Ilha Deserta are the ones you can hop between. Each has its own feel and flavor, so explore as you like. The ferries have scheduled pick up times, so you can plan your stays accordingly.
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Hop On Hop Off 3 Islands: Deserta, Farol and Culatra
2 hours to 1 day
Free Cancellation
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The Ria Formosa is a natural system on the Algarve coast, and has one of the richest and most interesting geologies, floras and faunas in Europe. It has about 18,400 hectares and 60km of extension and contains beaches, five barrier islands (Deserta or Barreta, Culatra, Armona, Tavira and Cabanas), two peninsulas (Ancão and Cacela), islets, and largely swampy and lagoon areas, covered by a dense network of water channels with an average depth of 2m. The Natural Park of Ria Formosa provides the most enjoyable boat experience with the most beautiful views of the Algarve and the best and largest water plan sheltered to rest and forget your daily routine. The sandy beaches of the desert provide silence and privacy to your stay.
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Private Speed Boat Tour - 1 Hour - Ria Formosa
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Discover the natural reserve of Ria Formosa and its islands on a private 4-hour boat tour from Olhao. Avoid the crowds and sail through the lagoon, learning about the local environment from your captain. See the fishing village of Culatra and stop at Farol Island, the southernmost point in Portugal, to see its lighthouse.
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4-Hour Private Boat Tour in Ria Formosa
4 hours
Free Cancellation
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