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Neptune Boat Tour: Explore Olhão on Traditional Bateiras
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Discover Olhão’s charm on a traditional bateira boat tour. Learn local fishing techniques and enjoy a relaxing journey with a friendly guide.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Caique Bom Sucesso - A replica of the boat that, in 1808, crossed the Atlantic Ocean carrying 19 (the official number) fishermen from Olhão to Brazil, where the king of Portugal was in refuge. The mission was to inform the king that the Napoleonic invader had retreated due to the bravery of irregular troops composed of fishermen and peasants from the Olhão area, with the support of a few Portuguese soldiers who had remained during the invasions. The boat is located in front of Olhão Markets, which is the main public fish market in the Algarve. This market, which also includes a building for the sale of agricultural products, was constructed in 1908 to mark the centenary of Olhão’s elevation to town status. This was, in fact, another reason for the journey of Bom Sucesso caique to Brazil: to demand from the king the administrative autonomy of Olhão from Faro.
- Ilha de Armona - Stop for lunch (about 20 €. Not included in tour price). Includes a watch of the beauty of the island that is considered by many as the Portuguese Caribbean
- Ilha da Culatra - First stop at Culatra Island (45 minutes): “deserted beach” at the east part of the island where people can swim and relax. Second stop at Culatra Island (45 minutes): the traditional fishermen village at the center of the island, the unique village in continental Portugal placed in an island. Includes a walk till the beach at the ocean side.
- Ria Formosa Natural Park - The part of the tour conducted inside our boat while we travel between different stopping points. One can observe storks, aigrets, spoonbills among other birds, oisters and clams farms. A guide will provide explanations about all of this as the tour is made in the lagune in a calm and relaxing manner. It will spend about half time of the all tour.
What's Included
- Lifejackets
- All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
Neptune is the sole boat tour operator in Olhão that uses “bateiras”. These traditional wooden boats are exceptionally stable and can navigate in shallow waters. They offer a serene and relaxing experience, ideal for those who appreciate a slower pace of life. Our tours come with extensive knowledge of local fishing and shellfishing techniques. A friendly local guide, a hallmark of our company, will accompany you on your journey.
- It’s highly recommended to use solar protection
- Total Tour Duration inclusive of start to each leg of the tour and back
Location
Neptune Arguments, Lda.
Avenida 5 de Outubro
Go to the fence of the marina entrance where you can see the boats
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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