From Faro, 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour, Algarve, Portugal

From Faro, 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour

Discover the 3 islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park on a catamaran tour. Visit Ilha Deserta, Ilha do Farol, and Ilha da Culatra and make stops to swim, try seafood, and watch Portuguese oyster farming.

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From Faro, 4 Stops, 3 Islands in Ria Formosa Catamaran Tour - Housity

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Enjoy a catamaran tour in the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Discover its 3 islands with 4 stops included. Swim and snorkel in crystal clear waters, explore a traditional fishing village and see how oysters are farmed.
Start your tour by crossing the channels of the Ria Formosa to observe the seabirds feeding on the edges of the marshes. Enjoy your first stop for 45 minutes at Ilha Deserta and swim and snorkel in the crystalline waters.
Then, head to the next stop, Ilha do Farol for another 45 minutes to discover the lighthouse and take pictures of the typical Algarve houses around it. Sail towards Ilha da Culatra for the third stop, a fishing community, for 2 hours of free time.
Enjoy the option to have lunch at a traditional restaurant on the island where the main course varies between fresh fish and seafood. Finally, make your last stop where you can observe oyster farming in the Hangars. Admire the tide changes at the Ria Formosa.

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Duration 4 hours

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Itinerary	Starting location: Cais das Portas do Mar Parque Natural da Ria Formosa Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (30 minutes) Praia da Ilha Deserta Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Walk, Swimming (45 minutes) Cape of St. Mary, Faro Pass by Ilha do Farol Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Walk, Swimming, Local snacks (45 minutes) Parque Natural da Ria Formosa Sightseeing, Wildlife viewing Hangares Photo stop, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes) Parque Natural da Ria Formosa Sightseeing, Wildlife viewing Culatra Island Photo stop, Visit, Picnic, Free time, Walk, Local snacks, Regional food (2 hours) Parque Natural da Ria Formosa Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing Arrive back at: Cais das Portas do Mar Main sites passed Other sites passed For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights	Explore the Ria Formosa Natural Park and its islands Swim in the waters of Ilha Deserta, the southernmost point of mainland Portugal Enjoy lunch at a traditional fresh fish restaurant Try local Ria Formosa oysters Discover the difference in the cultures of the 3 islands
Includes	Professional skipper Snorkeling masks Life jackets Lunch Other food, drinks, and snacks
Not suitable for	People with mobility impairments