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Boat tour to Ria Formosa Natural Park from Olhão

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$21.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 4 hours

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Do this because

Discover the wetlands of Ria Formosa Natural Park
Stop for lunch in the fishermen's village of Culatra
Admire the nature in Armona Bay

What to expect

Discover the nature in the barrier islands of Ria Formosa Natural Park, this tour will take you visiting local villages and beaches, admiring stunning views of Olhão.

Departing from Olhão, you will navigate the waterways between the barrier islands of Ria Formosa; passing by the Farol Island, admiring the Santa Maria Lighthouse. You will then have a 1h30 stop for lunch in the fishing village of Culatra; here you can savor the local fresh fish at a typical restaurant (not included in the tour fee) or take some time to have lunch on your own, perhaps going for a nice picnic on the beach.
After the lunch break, you will continue to Armona Bay and island, where you will stop for another 30 minutes to appreciate the nature.

You will then return to Olhão, passing close to several tuna factories and the fishing harbor. During the whole tour your guide will explain you about the nature, flora and fauna of this incredible wetlands.

What's included

Guided tour
River cruise

What's not included

Food and drinks

Where

Porto Recreio de Olhão, Avenida 5 de Outubro, Olhão, Portugal

Meeting point:

Meet your guide and group in from of the Hotel Real Marina, in the Porto Recreio de Olhão, stand number 5. Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure.

What to remember

Please note, lunch is not included in the tour fee, if you want you can bring a lunch box with you
It's suggest to wear comfortable clothing

Provider

Passeios Ria Formosa

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Anonymous
From United States of America - May 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Amazing experience
Anonymous
From United States of America - March 2024

Great
Overall rated
4/5
Colette
From United States of America - October 2023

Traveled with family

25 - 34 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Very enjoyable afternoon

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