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An aerial view of a coastal town with clear blue waters, boats, and a pier. 2
An aerial view of a boat with a motor, seating, and a person standing at the helm. 3
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Olhão: Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise

By Odyssey Traditional Boat Tours
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 162 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the rich biodiversity of the Ria Formosa Natural Park
  • Learn about the history of the park and its islands from the experienced captain
  • Enjoy some time on one of the most beautiful beaches of the Algarve
  • Choose between a shared group or private cruise

Activity location

    • Faro
    • Faro, Faro, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Cais T, Av. 5 de Outubro s/n, 8700-302 Olhão, Portugal | Please meet at the ODYSSEY Boat Tours stand. Look for the company name on the top of the stands/kiosk . We recommend arriving to the village 30/40 minutes before the start of the activity. Options for parking are available here: - Bela Olhão - Pingo Doce - Olhão, Marina - Avenida 5 de Outubro - Parking If you are already in the city, please come to the stand 15-20 minutes before the start time. Please try to arrive on time, as the group cannot wait more than 5 minutes.
    • Olhão, Faro, Portugal

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Group Cruise

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Starting time: 18:00
Price details
RM 162.13 x 1 AdultRM 162.13
Total
Price is RM 162.13

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Experienced captain
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Comfortable life jacket
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free time in Culatra and Armona or Deserta
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local orientation map
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bird Species Chart
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Boat with shade

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

In this wonderful boat trip you will get a vast knowledge of the Ria Formosa and the Islands. Learn about the history and rich biodiversity of the region from the captain as you sail through its natural waterways.

Leaving Olhão, sail through the channels to observe the nature of the Ria Formosa and stop at the Armona Island or the Desert beach in the summer for 1 hour . Next, visit Culatra Island and take 1 hour to explore the fisherman's island, home to only 1,000 people all year. Sample delicious local cuisine in one of the cafés or restaurants, your captain will be happy to recommend the best spots.

Then, sail through another channel towards the city of Olhão and observe more of the Ria Formosa natural park.

Location

Activity location

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    • Faro
    • Faro, Faro, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Cais T, Av. 5 de Outubro s/n, 8700-302 Olhão, Portugal | Please meet at the ODYSSEY Boat Tours stand. Look for the company name on the top of the stands/kiosk . We recommend arriving to the village 30/40 minutes before the start of the activity. Options for parking are available here: - Bela Olhão - Pingo Doce - Olhão, Marina - Avenida 5 de Outubro - Parking If you are already in the city, please come to the stand 15-20 minutes before the start time. Please try to arrive on time, as the group cannot wait more than 5 minutes.
    • Olhão, Faro, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Cais T, Av. 5 de Outubro s/n, 8700-302 Olhão, Portugal | Please meet at the ODYSSEY Boat Tours stand. Look for the company name on the top of the stands/kiosk . We recommend arriving to the village 30/40 minutes before the start of the activity. Options for parking are available here: - Bela Olhão - Pingo Doce - Olhão, Marina - Avenida 5 de Outubro - Parking If you are already in the city, please come to the stand 15-20 minutes before the start time. Please try to arrive on time, as the group cannot wait more than 5 minutes.
    • Olhão, Faro, Portugal