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Olhão: Ria Formosa National Park Daytime Boat Cruise

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Olhão: Ria Formosa National Park Daytime Boat Cruise
4.6  / 5203 reviews

Discover the Ria Formosa Natural Park, one of the natural wonders of Portugal on a boat cruise. Stop at two different islands, and take some time to explore the local villages.

About this activity

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Duration 3 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
Spanish, English, French, Portuguese

Experience

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    ODYSSEY Traditional Boat Tours | Ria Formosa

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    Ria Formosa

    Guided tour (20 minutes)

  • River boat

    (20 minutes)

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    Culatra Island

    Photo stop, Visit, Beer, Coffee, Wine, Free time, Walk, Swimming, Local snacks, Regional food (45 minutes)

  • River boat

    (20 minutes)

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    Armona Island

    Break time, Visit, Beer, Cocktail, Coffee, Wine, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Local snacks, Regional food (45 minutes)

  • River boat

    (20 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    ODYSSEY Traditional Boat Tours | Ria Formosa

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Admire the spectacular natural beauty of the Ria Formosa Natural Park
  • Learn more about the culture and curiosities from your expert captain
  • Enjoy some time for swimming at Praia Deserta
  • Choose between a shared group or private boat cruise

Full description

Set sail from the port of Olhão and travel through the Ria Formosa National Park. Discover beautiful scenery and rich biodiversity with your expert crew. Learn more about the national park and local culture with your expert captain. Cruise by marshes, barrier islands, islets, dunes, and sand bars which are home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Spot local birds, marine life, and beds of clams and oysters during low tide. Stop at Culatra Island where 1000 people live and no cars are allowed; experience this European sustainability project that will be completed by 2030. Then, visit Armona Island and enjoy the serenity of a tranquil location accessible only by boat. While there, enjoy some time to explore the island or for a swim and take amazing photos

Includes

  • First aid kit
  • Bottled water
  • Blankets
  • Life jacket
  • Local orientation map
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Meeting point

At the ODYSSEY stand.

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 203 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Mary – New ZealandJune 27, 2024  – Verified booking
The weather was too windy, but they tried to help by making the tour an hour earlier
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Christine – United KingdomJune 21, 2024  – Verified booking
Fantastic afternoon. Super helpful guide! Lovely villages! Great speed boat. A lovely time was had by all.
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Anne – NorwayFebruary 24, 2024  – Verified booking
The islands we visited were beautifu, and we learned a lot about the history and culture of Armona and Culatra from our excellent guide, William.
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Product ID: 397373

Activity provider:Odyssey Traditional Boat Tours

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