Eco Boat Tour in Ria Formosa Lagoon: Sustainable Exploration of Algarve's Protected Marine Life
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82 Ratings
Faro
Experience the beauty of Algarve's Ria Formosa lagoon on an eco-friendly boat tour. Discover protected marine life and enjoy a sustainable exploration with a local guide.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lands - Eco Boat Tours (Main Office and Departures) - Meeting point of the Eco-friendly Solar Boat Trip in Ria Formosa
    You’ll find us at our offices at the ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro) (pin point 1). Please check in for your boat trip with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time of your boat trip.

  • Marina de Faro - Starting point of your eco-friendly boat trip in the Ria Formosa lagoon.

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - This a boat trip through Portugal’s stunning lagoon of Ria Formosa.

It’s a 1-hour boat trip without any stops for all the family to enjoy your holiday in the Algarve.

Join us on the solar-powered boat and discover the lagoon of Ria Formosa on the most relaxing way to discover this protected area.

Immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings of Ria Formosa’s lagoon on an electric solar boat that does not spill oils or produces pollutant gases. Enjoy the sounds of the surrounding nature in greater safety, comfort and ease of use.

During this sustainable boat trip you will visit the lagoon of Ria Formosa and its marshlands and approach numerous birds and all the wildlife of this protected area without disturbing it.

Come and join us on the most eco-friendly and relaxing way to discover the Algarve’s Ria Formosa.

  • Muralhas de Faro - The tours ends with stunning views of the old town of Faro.

  • Portas do Mar - You can choose to disembark here. So if you wish so, please be so kind to ask your skipper in advance.

  • Marina de Faro - Ending point of your boat trip.

What's Included
  • Local guide
  • 1-hour eco-friendly solar powered boat trip
  • Life vests
  • Live commentary on board
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the natural splendour of the Algarve’s stunning Ria Formosa on an environmentally-friendly boat excursion. Navigate the tranquil waters of this preserved lagoon in the Algarve on a 60-minute boat exploration around Faro. Experience Ria Formosa aboard our solar-operated electric boat; the epitome of peacefulness and the ideal way to unveil this protected region. This boat excursion offers the ideal family experience in the Algarve. Venture around and relish the melodies of nature with your knowledgeable local guide. This environmental-friendly boat journey is the most eco-conscious means to admire the captivating Ria Formosa lagoon. Indeed, selecting an eco-boat journey ensures that your visit will not disrupt the ecosystem. Our solar-powered boats avoid oil spills and emissions, and our expert guides are well-versed in navigating this breathtaking region without leaving a footprint. Explore the lagoon of Ria Formosa with a friendly local guide on a intimate-group tour, encountering numerous bird species and gaining insights about the habitat of this protected region.

  • A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
  • A maximum of 10 people per booking
  • 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
Location
Lands - Eco Boat Tours (Main Office and Departures)
You'll find Lands at our offices in the ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please be so kind and check in for your boat trip with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time of your boat trip.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Frederick_s
Jun 19, 2024
A pleasant trip - The trip was interesting although not many birds to see at the time of year we visited but the man taking us on the trip was informative and interesting
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Mlbourgault
Jun 4, 2024
Solar boat tour grew at guide - Terrific guide and I’d always wanted to see the Ria Formosa Our guide did warn us that June was not a great time to see the bird life but he did a great job of pointing out the few birds that were there. I highly recommend using a solar boat for the quiet the smell and the environment
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Marielaurem930
May 6, 2024
To do without hesitation! - Relaxing and interesting ride aboard an ecological boat. Thanks to our guide André, who introduced us to the Ria Formosa, with a French translation just for us.
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Signy_l
May 5, 2024
Lovely quiet boat ride in the Ria Formosa - So quiet and eco friendly in an electric boat. Our guide Andre was terrific - friendly, fun, knowledgeable, and able to switch from English to French throughout. Enjoyed it very much.
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Marco_t
May 4, 2024
The Electric boat permits... - The Electric boat permits to listen the sound of the nature and to live a great experience. Very recommend.
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Samkcl
Apr 14, 2024
Relaxing, informative and fun - We went as a family of 4, sharing the solar boat with 2 other couples. Very comfortable and quiet. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. He let my 7 year old sit at the front with him which he loved! We didn't see that many birds, but as he said, wildlife cannot be controlled! The flamingos are the other side of the Ria De Formosa and would take more than an hour to get to. But for an experience of going on a solar boat and getting out onto the water, seeing a few birds and crabs and learning about what else lives there - it was great. The storks nest stories are fascinating!
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Christopher_w
Apr 4, 2024
Great trip - Andre was fantastic, great trip , very peaceful and we learnt allot , it’s a nice gentle ride and would recommend
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John_h
Mar 19, 2024
Great Eco morning on the Rio Formosa salt marsh - Our guide Manuel was very knowledgable and knew the waters well. Saw many birds and learned a lot about how the tides work and the life of the marsh
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Scott_m
Mar 18, 2024
Beautiful - Great guide, like the electric boat. Nice birds. Great 1 hour boat ride. Had a nice coupe on the boat with us
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Daytrip50713755256
Jun 23, 2024
Peaceful but no wildlife - The guide was late and it finished 10 minutes early which was not impressive for a one hour tour. Minimal wildlife to see. The solar boat was quiet and peaceful but it seems like a lot of money for the experience.
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