Private Tours

3-Hour Guided Boat Tour in Ria Formosa

Discover the nature of Ria Formosa on a guided-boat tour. Explore its stunning islands and indulge in a complementary oyster-tasting session.

Highlights

Cruise through the islands of Ria Formosa on a 3-hour guided tour accompanied by a multilingual guide.
Take in the natural park’s picturesque views and indulge in a special oyster tasting session paired with orange juice or green wine.
Explore the pristine beaches and cultural heritage of the Desert island, Lighthouse Island and Cultara.
Discover traditional fish markets, and bustling streets boasting Moorish-style architecture in the city of Olhão.
Fun Fact: Culatra hosts traditional festivals like the Festival of the Sea and Feast of Our Lady of the Navigators, to celebrate its fishing heritage and cultural richness.

Inclusions

3-hour private Ria Formosa tour
Multilingual guide
Island tour
Olhão city tour
Oyster tasting
Snacks
Beverages (bottled water, orange juice and green wine)
Group tour

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your Experience

Explore Ria Formosa Islands on a Private Guided Tour

The traditional fishing islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park on the Portugal coast attracts several visitors every year. The coast, which is home to picturesque islands, scenic beaches, is just the right place to explore the beauty of the Algarve lagoon area.

The 3-hour private guided tour in a group of 18 includes visits to three popular islands with a multilingual guide (English, Spanish, French and Portuguese). The Desert Island with its pristine sand beaches and crystal clear waters is perfect for beach lovers. Lighthouse Island is known for its historic lighthouse, offers stunning views and if you’ve got ample time, then go for a quick hike. Next up is the Cultara Island, a car-free zone, this island is one of the most tranquil spots on the natural park. After you explore the islands, make a quick stopover at the charming city of Olhão. With its beautiful all-white houses to bustling streets and Instagrammable corners, the city is a delight to visit.

The tour also offers a complementary oyster-tasting session, where you can indulge in local delicacies and also sample refreshing orange juice or local Portuguese wine.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

It's recommended to wear clothing and shoes suitable for the season.
Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle, change of clothes, towel, swim suit.

Restrictions

This tour can accommodate a maximum of 18 people in 1 group.
The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Cais das Portas do Mar.
Address: R. da Porta Nova, 8000-250 Faro, Portugal.
Landmark: Near Algarve Life Science Centre and next to the old city wall.

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Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Faro (Largo S. Francisco). It is a quick 5-minute walk to the meeting point.
Board buses 4, 10, 15, 18, and more to get you there.

By Ferry