About this experience
Feel free to explore the Ria Formosa’s barrier islands at your own pace. Departing from Faro, you start with a guided tour of 90 minutes with a marine biologist guide. Once arrival to the first stop - Ilha Deserta - you can take the boat circuit to the islands of the Natural Park, and you have freedom to travel between them, on the available schedules. The ticket is valid for 24 hours on all trips until you return to Faro.
We have multiple scheduled pickup times in the three islands (hourly), giving you the flexibility to visit them all, choosing the time you want to spend on each one. Our boat skippers will be there to guide you and provide all the information you need during your journey.
You can depart from Faro, spend the day exploring and traveling between the islands, and choose your return time.
At a glance
- Duration: 7 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Use of binoculars
Itinerary and highlights
Ilha Deserta is a 7km barrier island between Atlantic ocean and Ria Formosa Natural Park and one of the most pristine ecosystems of the region. It is well known for the restaurant Estaminé open all year round and its natural conditions.
Ilha da Culatra is a fisherman village located in the Ria Formosa Natural Park.
Farol island has one the biggest lighthouse of the region and its known for the local architecture and traditional houses.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meeting Point in our Stand. All our is staff dressed in yellow shirts.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Animaris Ilha Deserta
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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