About this experience
Visit The Ria Formosa Natural Parque in a confortable catamaran and discover the 3 beautiful islands with 4 Stops : Deserta Island, Farol Island, Culatra Island an Hangares You can snorkeling, walking near the ocean , enjoy a typical lunch on Culatra Island and observe the culture of oysters.
( Free Masks ) ( lunch not Included - you can bring your Pick Nick)
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr–5 hr
What is included
- Life Jackets
- Professional SKIPPER / Local Guide
- Masks to snorkeling
- 14h00 - Afternoon Tour : 4 hours ( Time to snacks )
- 10h00 - Morning Tour : 5 hours ( Time to lunch )
Not included
- Lunch ( Morning Tour)
- Food & Drinks & Snacks
Itinerary and highlights
Navigate in the Ria Formosa Natural Park in a Confortable Catamaran and discover its magnificent landscapes, observe the Nature, some resident and migratory birds. (Storks / Spoonbills / Herons / Seagulls / Cormorants / Fishing Eagle )
1 Stop : Deserta Island ( You can swim or snorkeling - Free Masks)
2 Stop : Farol Island ( You can walk by the Lighthouse and see the union of the waters of the Ria Formosa and the ocean " Cabo de Santa Maria " )
3 Stop : Culatra Island
(a) On the Morning Tour we Stop 2h to be able to have lunch at the typical island restaurant or you can take your pick nick. ( Lunch not inclued)
(b) On the Afternoon Tour we stop 45 m to visit the
Fisherman's Village.
4 Stop : Oyster Culture observation (15 minutes | We stayed on the boat)
Finally, we return to the starting point with a completely different scenario, as the beauty of the Ria Formosa changes according to the tides!
Meeting and pickup information
- The Boarding Place is located at Rua da Porta Nova, 8000-250 Faro The company's representative will be dressed in a Green T-Shirt. Stand Name : Estrela da Ria Formosa
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Estrela da Ria Formosa de Cristela Martins
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Tours can be changed depending on sea conditions.
- A maximum of 11 people per booking.
- A minimum of 2 people is required per booking.
- Not recommended for people with motor difficulties.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Swin and Snorkling: ( Free snorkeling masks ) Duration: 5 hours Not inclued 3 islands of Ria Formosa Catanaran Time to Lunch in Culatra (2h): You can have lunch in a typical restaurant on Culatra island or you can take your Pick-Nik.
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