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Half Day Walking Tour in Ria Formosa Nature Park: Explore Fauna, Flora, and Local Cultural Heritage

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Olhão

Immerse yourself in the remarkable biodiversity of Ria Formosa Nature Park on a half-day walking tour. Explore the fauna, flora, and local cultural heritage while enjoying stunning landscapes and observing wildlife with optical equipment.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Ria Formosa Natural Park - After we have picked you up from your accommodation, we drive to the Ria Formosa Nature Park restricted area of Quinta de Marim, which functions as the headquarters of the Nature Park.
Then you get to enjoy a pleasant and easy walk of roughly 6 km passing through several habitats existing in this wetlands system like a pine forest, dunes, Mediterranean shrublands, lagoons, sandbanks and intertidal mudflats.
You will be amazed by the outstanding views and landscapes of the lagoons, islands and intricated channels.
In this half day walk you will discover many native flowers and plants of this region, and experience some of its fragrancies and tastes. Observe several species of birds, some crustaceous, butterflies and dragonflies. Find out about local mammals and reptiles. You will also have the opportunity to visit the nature exhibitions at the Ria Formosa Nature Park headquarters.
Learn how the layers of civilization have always relied on the Ria Formosa as a life support provider.

What's Included

Accommodation pickup and drop-off in Olhão area
Entrance to Nature Park Centre at Quinta de Marim
Comprehensive insurances included
All fees and taxes covered
Expert local nature guide
Use of binoculars and telescope
Fauna & Flora field guides available
Specialized birds field guide

Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the unrivalled biodiversity of this exceptional ecosystem and marvel at its amazing landscapes. Unveil the ancient cultural peculiarities tied to the local inhabitants. Delight in a leisurely stroll through the heart of the Ria Formosa Nature Park. Experience the intricate network of channels and wetland plants, inhale the briny sea breeze, possibly interact with a chameleon (Chamaeleo chamaeleon), identify aquatic birds and attune to their unique sounds, all while appreciating splendid scenes as you become familiar with an intricate ecosystem.

HIGHLIGHTS:
Unearth the area’s rich biodiversity
Admire breathtaking vistas and landscapes
Study the local wildlife closer with the aid of visual aids
Delve into the historical nuances rooted in the cultural legacy of this region.

Wear comfortable shoes, bring a hat and protective clothing for sun or rain, according to the weather conditions.
Bring a reusable water container/bottle with water
The use of sun block is recommended
This experience requires reasonable weather conditions. If the experience is cancelled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If the experience is cancelled owing to low numbers, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

Location

Olhão

Cancellation Policy

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

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Rachel

Mar 27, 2024

Beautiful reserve, informative guide - Visited in late March 2024 with a small group. Our guide Lus was friendly and very knowledgable about the local area, history and traditions. He identified the birds and plants we saw on our leisurely 2.5 hour walk around the reserve through pine woodland and out onto the coastal salt marshes and sand dunes. A very enjoyable and interesting trip for anyone interested in wildlife and the environment. Would highly recommend.