Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro
Overview
Enjoy the nature of the Algarve's beautiful Ria Formosa on an eco-friendly boat trip. Explore the sheltered waters of this protected lagoon in the Algarve on a 1-hour boat tour around Faro.
Discover Ria Formosa onboard our solar-powered electric boat; this really is the most relaxing way to discover this protected area.
This boat tour is the perfect family outing in the Algarve. Explore and enjoy the sounds of nature with your local guide. This eco-boat tour is the most sustainable way to experience the beautiful Ria Formosa lagoon. In fact, by taking an eco-boat tour, your visit will not leave any negative impact on the environment. Our solar boats don’t spill oils or produce pollutant gases and our trained guides know how to travel through this beautiful area without leaving any trace whatsoever.
Visit the lagoon of Ria Formosa with a friendly local guide on a small-group tour, approaching many bird species and learning more about the wildlife of this protected area.
What's Included
- 1-hour eco-friendly solar powered boat trip
- Life vests
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
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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Cais das Portas do Mar
1 minute Admission Ticket Free
Ria Formosa Natural Park (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro?
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Activity code: C-100463P1
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 1-hour eco-friendly solar powered boat trip.
- Life vests.
- Live commentary on board.
- Local guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
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 Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro is as follows:
- 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 Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro 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
- 1-hour eco-friendly solar powered boat trip
- Life vests
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
