3 Hours 30 Minutes
Daily Tour
18 people
English, Français, Portuguese, Spanish
Ages: 5+ | Duration: 3h30
Explore the beauty of Ria Formosa Natural Park on a scenic boat tour departing from Olhão Marina, combining island hopping, wildlife spotting and peaceful lagoon cruising. The Ria Formosa is one of Portugal’s 7 natural wonders and home to a huge variety of species. Throughout the year, it has over 200 species of birds migrating in this area. See the diverse fauna and flora, and observe the birds, amongst other wildlife. Sail through calm turquoise waters aboard a comfortable boat with a rooftop deck and WC, offering panoramic views of one of the Algarve’s most biodiverse regions. This experience blends relaxation and exploration, with stops at some of the most beautiful barrier islands.
Special tip ❤️: Bring a swimsuit even if unsure. The island stops are perfect for a quick refreshing dip.
Check in is 30 minutes before departure
Boat capacity: 18 passengers
The route and stops depend on weather and tide conditions
Not suitable for electric wheelchairs
Suitable for families, couples and small groups
Keep your camera ready! You may spot flamingos, herons and other wildlife
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Family & Group discounts available + Multi-activity packages!
We recommend always speaking to us before booking the tour, so we can organize the best possible route and see what you would really like to do.
Our tours are subject to weather and sea conditions. In the event of unfavorable weather conditions, we will contact you to reschedule or provide a refund.
Additionally, the company reserves the right to cancel a trip if it does not reach the minimum number of passengers. Customers will receive a full refund in such cases.
We do not refund customer cancellations less than 24 hours prior to departure. For cancellations of customers with more than 24 hours before departure, we refund the amount in full.
This activity can be conditioned by the weather and conditions of the sea. We can, in case of bad weather or uncomfortable sea conditions, cancel the trip by fully refunding the amount paid or rebooking the trip to another time.
We recommend bringing a swimsuit, towel, hat/cap, sunglasses and sunscreen. Also dress comfortably, and wear comfortable shoes so that you can explore the islands.