Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro
Overview
Sail through the Ria Formosa Natural Park and visit islands. Join us in a sightseeing cruise from Faro, amongst a small group up to 11 people. Journey through the Ria Formosa channels on a comfortable boat and make stops at the islands of Farol and Deserta. The tour is operated by a multilingual guide.
During high season (Easter until mid October), the morning tour will be about 4 hours to allow a slightly longer stop on the island of Farol to enjoy lunch in one of the typical restaurants of the community or visit the island more time. Lunch is optional and not included in the price. The choice of restaurant and its service is not linked to the boat tour company. The afternoon tour is around 3,5 hours.
The rest of the year, the duration is 3 hours.
What's Included
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Avenida da República Stand 8 Doca de Recreio de Faro
8000-078 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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Ria Formosa Natural Park
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ilha Deserta
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ilha Do Farol
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for people with impairment
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operated by a multilingual guide
- Parking available by Faro Marina
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 33 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro?
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Activity code: C-32872P1
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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.
- Live commentary on board.
- Local guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
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 Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for people with impairment
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise 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
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for people with impairment
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operated by a multilingual guide
- Parking available by Faro Marina
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 33 travelers
