6-hour Boat Tour: Navigating Ria Formosa National Park's Amazing Islands with a Local Expert

Embark on a 6-hour boat tour with a local expert born in a family of fishermen and shellfish gatherers. Explore Ria Formosa National Park’s stunning islands and discover the rich fauna, flora, and traditions of this unique ecosystem.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Ocean Vibes Algarve - We will spend 6h navegating between some of the islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park. Stoping, close to 1h in Desert Island, close to 1h on the Saint Mary Lighthouse Village, located on Culatra Island. And 2h on Culatra village ( a Portuguese thypical fishing comunity ), with the possibility of having lunch on a restaurant at the passenger responsabilty. We can provide a reservation, booking a table at one of the several restaurants existing on the islands.
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Born in a family of local fishermen and shellfish gatherers. All my life was spent between Faro City and Ria Formosa. Calling it my playground of a lifetime. Im passionate by the sea and dedicated to sport fishing. After working, in the past, in several areas of hospitality. The last three years worked as a professional Skipper for other companys. Decided now, to embrace my true vocation. In this boat tour, we will leave Faro Marina at 10AM Visiting Desert Island ( most southern point in Continental Portugal ). The Saint Mary Lighthouse Vilage, in Culatra Island. And Culatra Vilage ( a typical Portuguese fishing comunity ). Throughout all the experience there is the possibility of spoting and observe diferent fauna and flora species. Aswell as traditions and everyday life of the National Park. Minimum number of guests for the experience is 4 guests, or less paying 4 slots

  • Experience limited to a minimum of 4 guests. Possible for just one guest upon payment of 4 places.
Location
Ocean Vibes Algarve
Passeio Abu Sào Ibn Harune
. Head towards the south (sea) side of the Faro Marina, in front of the boat access door, in the middle. It is in the middle of the boardwalk of Faro´s Nautical Club.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Nualao117
Jul 23, 2024
Delightful, educational tour of Rio Formosa. - The four of us had a wonderful relaxing but invigorating trip. Pudim has excellent English and has a tremendous knowledge of the natural habitat of Ria Formosa. We brought our swimsuits and had a refreshing dip on each of the islands. We would highly recommend this trip.
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Markus
Jul 12, 2024
Wonderful tour - We had a wonderful tour with Pudim on the boat. We learned a lot of the Ria Farmosa and visited beautiful spots . High recommended!
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Soniast5718wo
Jul 7, 2024
A superb moment of escape in an idyllic setting - Great walk in the lagoon. The tour allowed us to discover beautiful islands very different from each other and see dolphins from afar. The boat is very comfortable and Nuno's explanations in French very rewarding. We had a great day with him!
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Wander36190142253
Jun 30, 2024
Dolphin and respect - Nuno is very friendly, he speaks fluent French! I loved visiting the Ria Formosa with a passionate and enthusiastic skipper to let us know where he lives! Reserve without hesitation, pleasant in winter because more migratory birds. Thank you friend for this pleasant moment, very good boat! On the Pudim Boat tour website, other activities are available, take a look.
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Wander14397270427
Jun 26, 2024
Extraordinary experience - We loved the experience. Nuno has a vast knowledge of the Ria Formosa and is very attentive. She shows a lot of passion in what she does. We highly recommend the experience :)
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Samantha_m
Jun 22, 2024
A boat trip to remember. - Amazing views and places of interest. Our guide Pudim was full of knowledge about the area and his passion and care about the nature reserve was a pleasure to experience. This is a tour I would highly recommend and would not hesitate to do again.
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Perschia
Jun 19, 2024
Nice trip - Very nice trip to see the different islands. Also time to go on the beach and swim or lay in the sun or enjoy the nature. Next time i would bring my own snacks for a pic-nic. The recommended restaurant was semi-ok.
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Tamarahos
Jun 17, 2024
Discovering the Ria Formosa Islands - Our tour was excellent! Nuno/Pudim is extremely attentive and competent. He explained to us about the fauna, the activities of the residents of the villages of Ilha da Culatra and his passion for this place makes us admire him more and more! We had a very pleasant day and it will certainly be remembered forever!
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Lucaandharvey
Jun 12, 2024
Ria Formosa Boat trip with Skipper Pudim - Excellent trip to the Ria Formosa with Skipper Pudim. His knowledge and passion for the area does him credit. We throughly enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend him
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Angelacg48vm
May 27, 2024
Fantastic trip with Pudim - Fantastic trip. Pudim was very informative and made our trip very special. Identified birdlife and explained about the area. Time to explore and take in the amazing scenery. Small boat, personal service. We would definitely recommend.
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