Faro Small-Group Ria Formosa and Island Tour
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.
Highlights
- ✓Learn about oyster cultivation in the region
- ✓Upgrade to include a typical Algarve lunch in Culatra
- ✓Observe wildlife like herons, storks, and spoonbills
- ✓A small group means more attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓Navigate in the Ria Formosa Natural Park in a Confortable Catamaran and discover its magnificent landscapes, observe the Nature, some resident and migratory birds. (Storks / Spoonbills / Herons / Seagulls / Cormorants / Fishing Eagle )
- ✓1 Stop : Deserta Island ( You can swim or snorkeling - Free Masks)
- ✓2 Stop : Farol Island ( You can walk by the Lighthouse and see the union of the waters of the Ria Formosa and the ocean " Cabo de Santa Maria " )
- ✓3 Stop : Culatra Island (a) On the Morning Tour we Stop 2h to be able to have lunch at the typical island restaurant or you can take your pick nick. ( Lunch not inclued) (b) On the Afternoon Tour we stop 45 m to visit the Fisherman's Village.
- ✓4 Stop : Oyster Culture observation (15 minutes | We stayed on the boat)
- ✓Finally, we return to the starting point with a completely different scenario, as the beauty of the Ria Formosa changes according to the tides!
What's included
- ✓Life Jackets
- ✓Professional SKIPPER / Local Guide
- ✓Masks to snorkeling
- ✓14h00 - Afternoon Tour : 4 hours ( Time to snacks )
- ✓10h00 - Morning Tour : 5 hours ( Time to lunch )
What's not included
- ✓Lunch ( Morning Tour)
- ✓Food & Drinks & Snacks
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tours can be changed depending on sea conditions.
A maximum of 11 people per booking.
A minimum of 2 people is required per booking.
Not recommended for people with motor difficulties.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Faro Small-Group Ria Formosa and Island Tour
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.
Highlights
- ✓Learn about oyster cultivation in the region
- ✓Upgrade to include a typical Algarve lunch in Culatra
- ✓Observe wildlife like herons, storks, and spoonbills
- ✓A small group means more attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓Navigate in the Ria Formosa Natural Park in a Confortable Catamaran and discover its magnificent landscapes, observe the Nature, some resident and migratory birds. (Storks / Spoonbills / Herons / Seagulls / Cormorants / Fishing Eagle )
- ✓1 Stop : Deserta Island ( You can swim or snorkeling - Free Masks)
- ✓2 Stop : Farol Island ( You can walk by the Lighthouse and see the union of the waters of the Ria Formosa and the ocean " Cabo de Santa Maria " )
- ✓3 Stop : Culatra Island (a) On the Morning Tour we Stop 2h to be able to have lunch at the typical island restaurant or you can take your pick nick. ( Lunch not inclued) (b) On the Afternoon Tour we stop 45 m to visit the Fisherman's Village.
- ✓4 Stop : Oyster Culture observation (15 minutes | We stayed on the boat)
- ✓Finally, we return to the starting point with a completely different scenario, as the beauty of the Ria Formosa changes according to the tides!
What's included
- ✓Life Jackets
- ✓Professional SKIPPER / Local Guide
- ✓Masks to snorkeling
- ✓14h00 - Afternoon Tour : 4 hours ( Time to snacks )
- ✓10h00 - Morning Tour : 5 hours ( Time to lunch )
What's not included
- ✓Lunch ( Morning Tour)
- ✓Food & Drinks & Snacks
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tours can be changed depending on sea conditions.
A maximum of 11 people per booking.
A minimum of 2 people is required per booking.
Not recommended for people with motor difficulties.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.