Boat Tour of 2 Ria Formosa Islands: Culatra and Armona

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Faro, Portugal

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Ria Formosa is a lagoon known for its stunning islands and deserted beaches, and this boat tour from Olhão will help you see its natural wonders up close. Travel with a small group to the island of Culatra, known for its traditional houses and fishing community. Then visit the beautiful Praia Deserta. The tour takes you to places inaccessible without a boat, and also allows you time to enjoy snorkeling and beach activities.

See the beauty of the Ria Formosa Natural Park up close
Binoculars are provided to observe local wildlife
Commander enhances the tour with commentary on local flora and fauna
Enjoy free time to relax, visit a restaurant, or snorkel

What's Included

Shaded boat ;
Local guide with experience and knowledge of the locality;
Informative map and guides;

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

ODYSSEY Boat Tours - Passeios de barco na Ria Formosa
Cais T, Av. 5 de Outubro s/n, 8700-302 Olhão, Portugal
We're near the Ferry Tickets. Just look for the stand that says Odyssey Boat Tours. You can search on google maps also for Odyssey Boat Tours and you will find photos and location.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Diane_N

It was pleasant, fun, informative, a good value for your money. Our tour guide was kind and helpful.

Reviews

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based on 448 reviews

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It was pleasant, fun,...

Diane_N, Oct 2025

It was pleasant, fun, informative, a good value for your money. Our tour guide was kind and helpful.

What a memorable experience!

Judy_L, Feb 2025

An absolute amazing company. I was running a few minutes late and they told me not to worry that they would wait and they did. Also was nervous about being on the water and the crew were absolutely outstanding. The company is great especially Susanna and our sailor was amazing as well! Definitely will be back next time for the five hour tour no hesitation!

3 hour Olhao Island Tour

Jon_R, Oct 2024

Captain Ivan was excellent. Loads of knowledge and made it a really good few hours. Would definitely use again. 👍

Bien

Christophe_L, Sep 2023

Beaux paysages. Belle promenade. Changement d heure au dernier moment mais prévenu par téléphone. Merci

Tarde fenomenal

Miguel_R, Aug 2023

Nos gustó mucho la isla de culatra. Muy peculiar y bonita su vida. Pudimos bañarnos en sus aguas limpias y frescas.

Très déçue

Julie_L, Apr 2023

Le guide est très sympathique mais on a été très déçus de la visite. On ne fait que très peu de bateau. On nous a juste posé sur les deux îles accessibles en ferry et on ne découvre même pas de coins inaccessibles et plus sauvages. Passer 3h30 sur les îles qui sont malheureusement maintenant des villes fantômes à cause du tourisme c'est pas très intéressant... Sur l'annonce ils disent prêter des jumelles pour observer les oiseaux et découvrir le parc naturel on s'attendait à découvrir quelques endroits encore préservés... L'annonce porte à confusion. Pour conclure, la sortie nous semble extrêmement cher pour seulement visiter à pied et en autonomie les deux îles.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Hello , this clients never had a experience with us . We checked all our bookings and never found them , Its for sure another company. You can see our reviews and we have always captains to explain.

No lo dudes!

Carlos_D, Aug 2022

Sorprendido, lo cierto que es lo que más recuerdo.. Lo recomendaría sin duda. Quizás dejaría más tiempo en la Praia Da Ilha Deserta... 100% recomendable con peques. PD: no merece la pena ir a la playa de Culatra con 1 hora en la isla

Response from Host, Feb 2023

¡Hola! ¡Muchas gracias por elegirnos para su paseo en barco por la Ría Formosa! Los comentarios de nuestros pasajeros son muy importantes para nosotros y nos complace enormemente leer que le brindamos un buen servicio y un recorrido cómodo para todos ustedes a bordo. Una vez más, gracias por tomarse su tiempo para escribir una reseña sobre nosotros y esperamos verlo nuevamente en el futuro. Atentamente , O D Y S S E Y