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Olhão: 3H PRIVATE Guided Boat Tour, Nature/Islands of Ria Formosa

517 activities · Portugal

Faro, Portugal, has 517 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Cathedral of Faro, Estádio de São Luís, Capela dos Ossos, Arco da Vila. Also worth exploring nearby: Vilamoura, Albufeira, Lagoa, Portimao.

01Things to do

Must-see places

9 places
Cathedral of Faro | voooya

Cathedral of Faro

Cathedral

Estádio de São Luís | voooya

Estádio de São Luís

Stadium

Capela dos Ossos | voooya

Capela dos Ossos

Chapel

Arco da Vila | voooya

Arco da Vila

City gate

Igreja do Carmo | voooya

Igreja do Carmo

Church building

Convento de Santo António dos Capuchos | voooya

Convento de Santo António dos Capuchos

Church building

02Activities to book

The best experiences in Faro

517 in the catalogue
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour] | voooyaTop pick
From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour]
from €55★ 4.9
Faro City Portuguese Tapas | voooyaFree cancellation
Faro City Portuguese Tapas
from €80★ 4.8
Ria Formosa - Boat trip to the 3 Islands: Armona | Culatra Island | Lighthouse | voooyaTop pick
Ria Formosa - Boat trip to the 3 Islands: Armona | Culatra Island | Lighthouse
from €45★ 4.9
From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha | voooyaFree cancellation
From Faro: Boat trip to Benagil Cave & Arches of Praia da Marinha
from €75★ 4.8
Algarve Mountains & Villages - Half Day Jeep Safari Trip | voooyaSelling fast
Algarve Mountains & Villages - Half Day Jeep Safari Trip
from €28★ 4.7
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro | voooyaTop pick
Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
from €42.26★ 4.9
4 Stops | 3 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro | voooyaTop pick
4 Stops | 3 Islands & Ria Formosa Natural Park - From Faro
from €45★ 4.9
Birdwatching in Ria Formosa - Eco Boat Tour from Faro | voooyaFree cancellation
Birdwatching in Ria Formosa - Eco Boat Tour from Faro
from €40★ 4.8
Buggy Safari Tour (3H) | voooyaTop pick
Buggy Safari Tour (3H)
from €200★ 4.9
Algarve Jeep Safari 4x4 in Tavira, Mountain, Flamingos and Waterfalls | voooyaFree cancellation
Algarve Jeep Safari 4x4 in Tavira, Mountain, Flamingos and Waterfalls
from €55★ 5.0
Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop | voooyaFree cancellation
Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop
from €17.50★ 4.5
From Faro: Benagil, Marinha Beach, 7 Hanging Valleys, Algar Seco | voooyaFree cancellation
From Faro: Benagil, Marinha Beach, 7 Hanging Valleys, Algar Seco
from €50★ 5.0

03Explore nearby

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From Faro : Benagil, Algar Seco, 7 Hanging Valleys & Navy | voooyaFree cancellation
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from €60★ 4.9
2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve | voooyaFree cancellation
2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve
from €42.40★ 4.7
Short boat trip of the Algarve's Ria Formosa lagoon from Faro: 1 hour | voooyaFree cancellation
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Frequently asked questions about Faro

What is there to do in Faro?

Faro has 517 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « From Faro: Benagil Cave, Marinha & Carvoeiro [Full-Day Tour] », « Faro City Portuguese Tapas », « Ria Formosa - Boat trip to the 3 Islands: Armona | Culatra Island | Lighthouse ».

What are the top-rated activities in Faro?

According to traveller reviews: « Observing Dolphins in Faro » (5.0/5, 28 reviews) ; « Algarve Jeep Safari 4x4 in Tavira, Mountain, Flamingos and Waterfalls » (5.0/5, 151 reviews) ; « Sunset Tour | Ria Formosa - From Faro » (5.0/5, 843 reviews).

What are the must-see places in Faro?

Not to be missed in Faro: Cathedral of Faro, Estádio de São Luís, Capela dos Ossos, Arco da Vila, Igreja do Carmo, Convento de Santo António dos Capuchos.

Can you cancel an activity in Faro for free?

Usually, yes: 24 of the 24 most popular activities in Faro offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.

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Close to Faro: Vilamoura, Albufeira, Lagoa, Portimao, Lagos.

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Olhão: 3H PRIVATE Guided Boat Tour, Nature/Islands of Ria Formosa

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5.0(23)· Faro· By Slow Life Tours - Ria Formosa by Boat

Duration

3 h 30 min

Language

German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

Guidance

Written information, Guide

Group

Up to 15 pers.

Booking

Instant confirmation

Lead time

Book up to 1 day before departure

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Tickets

One per booking

Cancellation

Free cancellation available

From €345 per boat

1 to 15 travelers per booking.

1 × Traveller × €570€570
Total€570

Overview

Join us in a small cruise in Ria Formosa natural park, all our Tours are interactive, our guides are very knowledgeable and great entertainers. Not only a tour of sightseeing, but a real experience of interaction between you, the crew and the all that is and represents this amazing natural park. Through our words and your senses learn and live for a few hours the reality of this little paradise. We will address all matters according to your needs be it in English, French, Spanish or Portuguese, but always in a personalized manner. There will be time for a free visit to one of the Villages in the islands, time more than enough to enjoy the desert beaches and crystal waters, time to observe the wilderness and nature, time for yourself and your enjoyment, be it alone, with family or friends, time for fun and relaxation. Slow life style that is our philosophy, we don't rush, we enjoy it as much as you. Our boat is safe, comfortable, silent, stable, a classic with it's own charm and time.

What's included

  • ✓2x 33 cl bottles of fresh water by passenger.
  • ✓Binoculars and birdwatching guidebooks.

Available options

Choose your option when you book.

Private 3.5h Boat Tour.

from €345

Guided Boat tour from Olhão: A special Boat tour departing from Olhão, Guided, with good vibes, great views, but most of all in good company. Relax & enjoy Ria Formosa.: A relaxing and calm trip with all comfort and amenities onboard "Venture". WC, Drinks, and more. Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: There will be time to enjoy the islands, for a swim in a desert island, enjoy and observe the nature and relax. Courtesy Drinks : We offer 2 fresh waters (33 Cl) per passenger and a soft drink per adult passenger, cocktail fresh or a quality cava/wine. "Venture": The safest and most unique Boat in the Algarve, quiet, Spacious, comfortable and full of amenities and pleasant surprises.

Spanish, English, French, German, Portuguese

Lines and stops

Olhão: Private Boat Tour, Guided Nature Cruise of 3 hours on a Classic boat in Ria Formosa natural park, Olhão , Algarve. With 2 stops. Birdwatching and sightseeing opportunity. Explanations in English or French or Portuguese. Binoculars and other material provided. Offered drinks onboard.

3 h 30 min

This is our All year available Tour, departing at 10:05 from Olhão main harbor/pier T (cais T in Portuguese). Binoculars as well as guidebooks will be provided. We depart with the wind and tides, gently navigating the channels of Ria Formosa, witnessing local Life happening and nature unfolding, people go by their daily affairs, clam farming, fishing. Birds and other animals feed and interact. Life happens naturally while our experienced and knowledgeable guides explain you all these wonders. As the day progresses we will also pay a visit to a village where you will have free time to explore, taste and get involved in the culture and traditions of this very special and unique place, there are several little bistros with all the delicacies from our Ria for you to try. Back on our Venture we set course to the deserted part of the island where you will feel the immediate connection with mother nature, the paradisiacal sights will flood your senses with enjoyment and peace, this is where the island ends and the ocean meets the lagoon, and we stop here for a short walk or even for a reinvigorating swim. After which we depart quietly back to Olhão, not without passing first by the island of Armona that we may see up close. The end of our journey is expected around 13:30 back at the starting point. Drinks (cold/hot) as well as blankets, binoculars and guidebooks will be provided onboard as needed and requested/programmed. Obs. The direction and route may vary slightly from described due to weather and tide factors.

  1. 1.Cruise starting and ending, embarking/disembarking point, when facing South await near the most eastern (to your left) stairs in the pier.
  2. 2.Desert beach/bar between Armona island and Culatra island, there is a stop here for a swim or just nature sightseeing.
  3. 3.Stop at Culatra fisherman's village, free time for a visit, a snack and sightseeing, typical fisherman's day by day life, cultural importance.

What to know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • There is a complete WC (toilet) onboard
  • Dressing room
  • Big sunshade on the back of the boat (stern)
  • Big solarium at the front of the boat (bow)
  • Easy access to piers, pontoons, beaches, and to the water, for all ages.
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Surround sound system with Bluetooth connection
  • Fast charging slots all throughout the boat (USB) to charge your devices
  • Hydration
  • Refrigerator and large capacity cooler (140L)
  • Fast auxiliary vessel.
  • All safety, communication and emergency devices according to international regulations, pharmacy aboard, VHF, lifejackets, buoys.
  • Small blankets will be provided in case of need.
  • Wind protection.
  • You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Pricing per boat (up to 15 people).

Traveller (0-120 years)

1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • From 1 days before : 100% refunded
  • From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

Reviews

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Product code: 342432P4

Activity offered by Slow Life Tours - Ria Formosa by Boat via Viator.