Boat trip from Faro to Ilha Deserta by Ferry
Overview
The Ferry boat departs from Faro in direction to Ilha Deserta, taking 45 minutes through Ria Formosa Natural Park. Admire panoramic views over the beautiful natural scenery, flora and fauna.
Explore Ilha Deserta, a unique deserted island, where you can stay all day long if you want. Enjoy free time to relax, sunbathe at your leisure, or taste the algarvian cuisine at Estaminé restaurant. We can adjust the time of your return ferry (depending on availability).
You can enjoy this service every day, all year round. Get your ticket online to avoid queues.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
Meeting Location
Rua da Porta Nova
8000-250 Faro, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual service
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 97 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Boat trip from Faro to Ilha Deserta by Ferry?
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Activity code: C-26612P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges.
- Food and drinks.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Boat trip from Faro to Ilha Deserta by Ferry is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boat trip from Faro to Ilha Deserta by Ferry will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual service
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 97 travelers
