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

4.5(239 reviews)
3hFree cancellation

Description

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.

Highlights

  • Top Product
  • Day Cruises
  • Small Group
  • Shore Excursions
  • Excellent Quality
  • Curated Catalog
  • Catamaran Cruises
  • Short term availability
  • Sightseeing Cruises
  • Ports of Call Tours

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Portoghese, Inglese, Francese, Spagnolo

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • Life vests
  • Live commentary on board
  • 3-hour catamaran boat trip (includes a stop of 1 hour in Farol and 20 up to 30 minutes in Deserta)

Not included

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

Itinerary

  1. 1

    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.

    Admission included
  2. 2

    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.

    Admission included
  3. 3

    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.

    Admission included
  4. 4

    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.

    Admission included
  5. 5

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

    Admission included
  6. 6

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

    Admission included
  7. 7

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

    Admission included
  8. 8

    Ending point of your boat trip.

    Admission included
  9. 9

    Ending point of your boat trip.

    Admission included

Meeting point

The meeting point for your tour or activity is at the office of the local partner at the shop "Boat Tours Store" - ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro) Please be at the meeting point to check-in 10-minutes before the departure time of the tour.

Useful information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
  • A maximum of 11 people per booking
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-5 anni
    32
  • Bambino6-8 anni
    32
  • Adulto9-99 anni
    42

Review distribution

  • 5
    58
  • 5
    160
  • 4
    11
  • 4
    23
  • 3
    9
  • 3
    8
  • 2
    2
  • 2
    10
  • 1
    0
  • 1
    5

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  • Ria Formosa Catamaran Trip from Faro

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