Ilha Deserta and Farol Island: a small group boat trip in Ria Formosa from Faro

Discover Portugal’s exotic natural wonders during this 3-hour catamaran trip to Ria Formosa from Faro. Board a comfortable catamaran with a small-group and discover the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Visit the Deserta Island and the Farol Island, looking out for birdlife and observing the daily lives of citizens in a local fishing village.

This small-group tour is limited to 11 people, offering a more intimate experience.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Formosamar - Boat Tours Passeios na Ria Formosa, Boat Tours - Formosamar Edifício Ginásio Clube Naval Doca de Recreio de Faro, 8000-541 Faro, Portugal

The meeting point for your tour is at our offices at the ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please be so kind and check in for your tour or activity with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time.

Pass By: Ginásio Clube Naval, Estr. do Passeio Ribeirinho 58, 8001-901 Faro, Portugal

The meeting point for your tour is at our offices at the ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please be so kind and check in for your tour or activity with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time.

Pass By: Ria Formosa Boat Tours - Animaris Desert Island, R. Cmte. Francisco Manuel 41, 8000-138 Faro, Portugal

Experience Ria Formosa - one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal on this boat trip.

Cruise gently on a comfortable catamaran as we depart from Faro sailing slowly through the channels of the Ria Formosa to fully enjoy the beautiful landscape.

Along the tour we will see birds like the Grey Heron, the White Stork and many other birds that use this area as a feeding habitat. At low tide, looking around one can observe the hard work of the people in the oysters and clams farms. Looking towards the ocean you will see one of the most important sea entrances of the Ria Formosa.

This boat trip takes a total of 3 hours and makes 2 stops on 2 different islands (includes a 1 hour stop on Farol Island and 20-30 minutes on Deserta Island).

Stops are planned according to tides and day conditions.

Stop At: Barreta Island, 8000 Faro, Portugal

Ilha Deserta is also known as Barreta Island. In this stop you can choose to explore the fauna and flora of the island along an easy walk or simply enjoy the sunshine and bath in the clear waters of the beach.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: R. das Flores 119, 8000 Faro, Portugal

Here you can enjoy a walk around the streets of this small but friendly community. When passing by the lighthouse, go on until the very end to admire an extensive beach of fine white sand washed by calm warm waters, here lies the most southern point of Portugal - the Santa Maria Cape.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Ria Formosa Natural Park, Olhao Portugal

After the 2 stops, on the trip back to Faro be enchanted by one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal – the Ria Formosa.

Pass By: Muralhas de Faro, Largo de Sao Francisco Freguesia da Sé, Faro 8000-142 Portugal

The tours ends with stunning views of the old town of Faro along the way.

Pass By: Portas do Mar, Rua Comandante Francisco Manuel 41 Centro Histórico, Faro 8000-250 Portugal

You can choose to disembark here, if you wish please be so kind to ask your skipper in advance.

Pass By: Marina de Faro, Praca Dom Francisco Gomes 15, Faro 8000-168 Portugal

Ending point of your boat trip.

Pass By: Marina de Faro, Praca Dom Francisco Gomes 15, Faro 8000-168 Portugal

Ending point of your boat trip.



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required"
"A maximum of 11 people per booking"
"Stroller accessible"
"Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"Near public transportation"
"May be operated by a multi-lingual guide"
"Infant seats available"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 3 Hours
Start location: Formosamar - Boat Tours Passeios na Ria Formosa, Boat Tours - Formosamar Edifício Ginásio Clube Naval Doca de Recreio de Faro, 8000-541 Faro, Portugal

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• 3-hour catamaran boat trip (includes a stop of 1 hour in Farol and 20 up to 30 minutes in Deserta)
• Life vests
• Local guide
• Live commentary on board
• Entry/Admission - R. das Flores 119

Not Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transportation to/from attractions
• Food and drinks
• Tips (Optional)

Facilities