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From Faro: Ria Formosa Lagoon Boat Tour with Local Guide

4.4  / 5171 reviews
Activity provider:Formosamar
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From Faro: Ria Formosa Lagoon Boat Tour with Local Guide
Activity provider:Formosamar
4.4  / 5171 reviews

Set sail on a comfortable pontoon boat as you explore the Ria Formosa and the walls of the Old Town of Faro. Keep an eye out for the rich biodiversity that lives in these protected waters.

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Duration 1 hour
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Live tour guide
English, Portuguese, Spanish, French
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights

  • Set sail on a comfortable pontoon boat
  • Discover the walls of the Old Town of Faro from a unique perspective
  • Experience the rich biodiversity of the Ria Formosa

Full description

You set sail on a pontoon boat, and the marina of Faro fades behind you. On this tour you'll feel like a native of the Algarve as we explore the lagoon and numerous birds and wildlife who live in this protected landscape. You will sail through marshes and channels, and enjoy a nice boat trip with beautiful views of the walls of the Old Town of Faro. For anyone passing by Faro without much time to explore, this is the perfect way to get an overview of this fascinating city. The Ria Formosa is one of Portugal's Seven Natural Wonders, and you'll soon discover why! Come out and spend a beautiful time on the water.

Includes

  • 1-hour boat trip
  • Life vests
  • Local guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Small group tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips (optional)
  • All other extras

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Meeting point

The meeting point for your tour or activity is at the office of the local partner at the shop Pure Nature Store - ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please check-in for your tour or activity with team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • We recommend:
  • (1) Comfortable clothing and footwear
  • (2) Hat, sunscreen during spring and summer
  • (3) Waterproof clothing for tours during autumn and winter
  • (4) Water
  • Note: the schedules of departures and arrivals, the duration and itineraries of the activities are subject to change without previous notice due to security determined by the weather conditions, tides and/or other circumstances beyond our control
  • Food and drinks will not be provided
  • Tips(optional) and other expenses are not included in the price

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 171 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Service
    4.4/5
  • Organization
    4.1/5

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Adeline – FranceMay 29, 2023  – Verified booking
L'heure de balade passe très vite, mais les informations principales sont là. Ideal si vous ne souhaitez pas faire une grande balade et si vous n'avez pas trop le temps. En revanche, nous avions réservé pour une prestation en français et nous avons eu un guide qui parlait anglais et espagnol.
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Miguel Ángel October 1, 2018  – Verified booking
Muy buena actividad. En un principio nuestra excursión sufrió un pequeño retraso. Pero nos compensaron muy bien ya que nos ofrecieron una excursión en barco tipo catamarán. Nuestro patrón de barco y guía fue muy simpático y agradable. Especialmente cercano y muy buen comunicador, adaptando el idioma a nosotros. Carlos de Oporto, nos enseñó un un rincón paradisiaco. Espectacular puesta de sol.
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Ursula May 5, 2014  – Verified booking
Die Fahrt mit dem Fischerboot war sehr schön, mit David unserem netten Guide. An Bord waren 2 Brasilianerinnen, ein Deutsch-Spanisches Ehepaar aus Galizien mit Tochter und meine Schwester und ich. Es war ein lustiges Sprachengewirr und David hat in Spanisch, Portugisisch und ein wenig Englisch pausenlos erklärt. Vögel waren leider nicht so viele zu beobachten, trotzdem war es sehr interessant und bei tollem Wetter sehr angenehm.
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