Spotting dolphins in their natural habitat is an extraordinary experience and on this 2.5-hour excursion off the coast of the Algarve, you will get the chance to see common and bottlenose dolphins, as well as the other marine life that live and play around the barrier islands of Ria Formosa and Santa Maria Cape, Europe’s most southerly point.
Departing Faro you will travel aboard a comfortable and safe RIB boat with a nature guide in tow, who will give you fascinating facts about the extraordinary sea life of this lovely location.
The boat trip is approximately 2 hours long and cruises through the calm waters of the Ria Formosa towards the big blue ocean, reaching 10 or 12 miles offshore. You will sail along the coastline of the Algarve, pass by the barrier-islands of Ria Formosa and Santa Maria Cape looking out for several species of cetaceans.
After the exciting water adventure tracking the intense marine life, you will return to Ria Formosa where the tour ends.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ 2.5 Hour Dolphin Watching & Marine Life Eco Tour
✔ Life Vests
✔ Live commentary on board
✔ Local Guide
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Tips (Optional)
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Formosamar Lda, Boat Tours Store
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
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The meeting point for your tour is at our offices at the shop Pure Nature Store - ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please be so kind and check in for your tour or activity with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
Duration: 10 minutes
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You'll find us our offices in the shop Pure Nature Store - ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please check in for your boat trip with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time of your boat trip.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Ria Formosa Natural Park
Experience Ria Formosa - one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal on this boat trip.
Cruise gently on a comfortable RIB boat as we depart from Faro sailing through the channels of the Ria Formosa to fully enjoy the beautiful landscape.
4
Ilha Do Farol
Here we will be able to spot the lighthouse and typical Algarvian houses as we cruise to exit Ria Formosa. Also on this island lies the most southern point of Portugal - the Santa Maria Cape.
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Muralhas de Faro
The tour ends with stunning views of the old town of Faro along the way.
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Portas do Mar
You can choose to disembark here, if you wish please be so kind to ask your skipper in advance.
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Marina de Faro
The ending point of your boat trip.
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Marina de Faro
The ending point of your boat trip.
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
• A maximum of 12 people per booking
• Dye to safety reasons children under 5 years old can not participate
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
