Deserta and Farol islands boat trip from Faro
Excursions & day trips

Deserta and Farol islands boat trip from Faro

4.1/5
Excellent
Based on 3 reviews
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£30.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover the Natural Park of Ria Formosa with a local guide
  • Sail and observe the fauna of the natural park
  • Explore Deserta and Farol islands
What to expect

Get ready to discover the Natural Park of Ria Formosa with a local guide. On this boat tour, you'll admire the natural landscape of the reserve and stop to visit the islands of Deserta and Farol.

Departing from Faro, you'll sail through the channels of Ria Formosa to fully enjoy the landscape of this natural park. On your way, you'll see different birds such as Grey Herons, White Storks, and many other species that use this area as a feeding habitat. Arriving in the islands, marvel at the views of the beach and admire the lighthouse of Culatra. Don't miss the chance to observe the locals in the oysters and clams farms as well as the fishing market of Olhão. Looking towards the ocean, you'll be able to see one of the most important sea entrances of Ria Formosa.

Stop at the lighthouse of Farol and enjoy a walk around the picturesque streets of the island and admire the huge white-sandy beach of Santa Maria Cape, the southernmost point in Portugal. Leaving Farol, you'll stop in Deserta Island. Get off and relish some free time to explore on your own the natural landscape, enjoy an easy walk, or just relax and take and bathe in the crystal-clear waters of the beach.

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What's included
  • check Boat trip
  • check Free time in Deserta and Farol islands
  • check Guided tour
  • check Cruise
  • check Skip-the-line tickets
  • check Lifejacket
  • check Local guide
  • check Multilingual guide
  • check Tour guide
  • check River cruise
  • check Small group experience
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Where

Faro Marina, Praça Dom Francisco Gomes, Faro, Portugal

Meeting point:
Boat Tours Store, located on the ground floor of the Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • A minimum of 2 adults in order for the tour to take place is required
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multilingual guide
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • This is an activity subject to weather conditions. The decision to leave or return earlier than expected, due to unexpected weather conditions, is solely to the skipper

Accessibility:

  • Wheelchair accessible
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Provider
Formosamar
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.1/5

Based on 3 reviews from verified customers

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Staff

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Value for money

4.6/5

  • Heathjay

    From United Kingdom - May 2023

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Longer time on second island to have lunch.

  • Anonymous

    From Italy - August 2022

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Heiner

    From Germany - May 2022

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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