



by ODYSSEY Traditional Boat Tours - Ria Formosa, Olhão
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€210The tour begins with boarding a boat in Faro to explore the Ria Formosa Natural Park and its surrounding islands. This private boat tour lasts about four hours and offers flexibility to customize the itinerary to suit your group’s preferences. Travelers may visit deserted beaches and various islands, including Ilha da Culatra, Ilha do Farol, Ilha Deserta, and make stops in Olhao and Faro. The company provides boats that accommodate groups up to 17 people, with options for longer rentals from 2 to 8 hours available by arrangement. During the tour, snorkeling gear and a music speaker can be requested before departure. Alcoholic beverages are included in the price. Meals such as lunch and dinner are not included, and participants may bring their own picnic if preferred. The tour avoids crowded Algarve beaches, focusing on a relaxed experience in less busy areas of the Ria Formosa lagoon.
Possible stop
The tour may include a stop at an unspecified location along the route.
Possible stop
Another potential stop during the tour at a location decided by the group or guide.
Private Tour by Ria Formosa
Part of the private tour exploring the Ria Formosa area by boat.
Private Tour by Ria Formosa
Continued private boat tour through the Ria Formosa lagoon.
Private Tour by Ria Formosa
Further exploration of the Ria Formosa on the private boat.
Private Tour by Ria Formosa
Ongoing private boat tour around Ria Formosa’s islands and waters.
Private Tour by Ria Formosa
Additional segments of the private boat tour in the Ria Formosa area.
Ria Formosa Natural Park
Boat tour passes through the protected Ria Formosa Natural Park, including its waterways and natural scenery.
Olhao
The boat visits Olhao, a nearby coastal town known for its fishing port and markets.
Ilha da Culatra
Stop at Ilha da Culatra, one of the islands in the Ria Formosa, known for its beaches and fishing village.
Faro
Drive past or walk through Faro, the city including its marina area.
Ilha Do Farol
Stop at Ilha do Farol, an island in the Ria Formosa with beaches accessible by boat.
Animaris Ilha Deserta
Visit Ilha Deserta, a largely uninhabited island in the Ria Formosa, known for its quiet beaches.