2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve

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2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve

2 Adults x $41.99

$83.98

Approx Total

$83.98

2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve

2 Adults x $41.99

$83.98

Approx Total

$83.98

2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve

2 Adults x $41.99

$83.98

Approx Total

$83.98

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Local guide
Life vests
Use of binoculars and bird identification guide
Live commentary on board
2-hour guided boat trip with a stop on a deserted beach (15 up to 20 minutes)

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink
Tips (Optional)
All other extras

Overview

Start from Faro in the company of a nature tour guide. This boat trip will help you discover why Ria Formosa was elected one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. Since birds are one of the highlights of this park they are given special attention and this 2-hour cruise will get you up close to view them in their natural habitat. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people, offering a more intimate experience.

Meeting points

The meeting point for your tour is at our offices at the shop Pure Nature Store - 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.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

N/A (Pass By)

The meeting point for your tour or activity is at our offices at the shop Pure Nature Store - 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
N/A (Pass By)

You'll find us our offices in the shop Pure Nature Store - ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please check in for your boat trip with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time of your boat trip.
Ria Formosa Natural Park (Pass By)

Embark on board a confortable pontoon boat. In the company of a nature tour guide, on this boat trip you will discover why Ria Formosa was elected one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. And because the birds are one of the highlights of this Park they deserve special attention. Considered one of the most important wetlands for aquatic birds in Portugal, during the tour we observe birds like the White Stork, Little Egret and the Spoonbill. Waders are most abundant especially during winter, although birds like the Whimbrel, the Turnstone and the Grey Plover are a constant presence. Here you will have the opportunity to see one of the most important economical activities in the Algarve and also very interesting species such as the Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa), the Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) and many others.
N/A (Pass By)

The trip continues towards the islands of the Natural Park through oyster and clams farms.
N/A (Pass By)

Here you will have the opportunity to see one of the most important economical activities in the Algarve like clam farms and oyster beds.
N/A

Towards the point where the lagoon meets the sea, we make a stop so you may enjoy this small paradise. This is an important reproduction area for the Little Tern and the Kentish Plover. During wintertime we often observe the Sandwich Tern and the Greater Flamingo. The bird species listed may vary according to the time of the year. Because they are in their natural habitat, Formosamar can not fully guarantee the observation of all birdlife mentioned.

20 minutes
Muralhas de Faro (Pass By)

The tour ends with stunning views of the old town of Faro.
Portas do Mar (Pass By)

You can choose to disembark here, if you wish please be so kind to ask your skipper in advance.
Marina de Faro (Pass By)

Ending point of your boat trip.
Marina de Faro (Pass By)

Ending point of your boat trip.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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 people 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

Free Cancellation

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Showing 1-5 of 49 reviews with 5 stars

Fun and Educational

Published on Dec, 2024

We really enjoyed our trip with Formosamar around the Ilha Deserta in Ria Formosa. While a little pricey at €40, the guided tour was very interesting and we saw lots of birds! The guide Miguel was very friendly, entertaining and knowledgeable, he speaks many languages and is enthusiastic about the wildlife and sights in the area.

What a great experience and guide!

Published on Oct, 2024

We enjoyed (8 yr old son, husband and I) the bird watching guided tour of the Rio Formosa lagoon. We were lucky that the tide was higher that day which allowed us to approach the salt pans where the flamingos were located. We saw spoonbills, plovers, terns, cormorants and osprey as well. Our guide, Pedro , was patient, friendly and informative.

Wonderful!

Published on Aug, 2024

Excellent time with Paulo!! Learned a lot about the transition from Reserve to National Park! Shade made for a comfortable ride.

Thank you for an amazing trip Paulo

Published on Jun, 2024

Firstly, Paulo, our tour guide was absolutely fantastic and really made the experience special. He was very polite and extremely knowledgeable. The boat was nice, new and comfortable. The supplied binoculars were a good brand and worked very well. We were actually out for closer to 1hr20mins. Would recommend and we would do it again when visiting Portugal again

Great trip

Published on Jun, 2024

We saw wagtails!!! It was a very challenging day to be out on the water and our guide handeled it like a champ! We saw a lot of birds.

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