Explore Ria Formosa’s islands with a marine biologist guide. Enjoy flexible island hopping and discover nature at your own pace. Book now!
Explore Ria Formosa’s islands with a marine biologist guide. Enjoy flexible island hopping and discover nature at your own pace. Book now!
- Barreta Island - Ilha Deserta is a 7km barrier island situated between the Atlantic Ocean and Ria Formosa Natural Park, renowned for being one of the region’s most untouched ecosystems. It is famous for the Estaminé restaurant, which operates year-round, and its natural beauty.
- Ilha da Culatra - Ilha da Culatra is a charming fishing village…
- Barreta Island - Ilha Deserta is a 7km barrier island situated between the Atlantic Ocean and Ria Formosa Natural Park, renowned for being one of the region’s most untouched ecosystems. It is famous for the Estaminé restaurant, which operates year-round, and its natural beauty.
- Ilha da Culatra - Ilha da Culatra is a charming fishing village nestled within the Ria Formosa Natural Park.
- Ilha Do Farol - Farol Island boasts one of the largest lighthouses in the area and is celebrated for its distinctive local architecture and traditional homes.

- Use of binoculars
- Use of binoculars
Feel free to explore the barrier islands of Ria Formosa at your leisure. Starting from Faro, embark on a 90-minute guided tour with a knowledgeable marine biologist. Upon reaching the first stop, Ilha Deserta, you can join the boat circuit to explore the islands of the Natural Park, enjoying the freedom to travel between them according to the available…
Feel free to explore the barrier islands of Ria Formosa at your leisure. Starting from Faro, embark on a 90-minute guided tour with a knowledgeable marine biologist. Upon reaching the first stop, Ilha Deserta, you can join the boat circuit to explore the islands of the Natural Park, enjoying the freedom to travel between them according to the available schedules. Your ticket is valid for 24 hours for all trips until you return to Faro.
We offer multiple scheduled pickup times on the three islands (hourly), providing you with the flexibility to visit each one and decide how long you wish to stay. Our experienced boat skippers will be on hand to guide you and offer all the information you need throughout your journey.
Depart from Faro, spend the day exploring and traveling between the islands, and choose your preferred return time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.