Ria Formosa Bike Tour from Faro

Age 12+ • 3h • Guided bike tour to the Ria Formosa, visiting the salt pans (salinas) and Faro Island

If you’re visiting Faro and want to explore the Algarve’s natural beauty on an active adventure, this Ria Formosa bike tour is exactly what you’re looking for.

On this tour, we cycle along the Ecovia Litoral. This route along the Algarve’s coast and beaches was designed for those who love cycling and nature. We start in the city of Faro and head into the Ria Formosa Natural Park toward Faro Island Beach. Accompanied by a local guide and cycling on a comfortable, modern bike, you will explore the diversity of the surrounding landscapes with plenty of time for sightseeing and taking photos.

As you would expect, this bike tour from Faro to Ria Formosa has many interesting places and stunning sights along the way. These include the saltpans, where we stop for birdwatching and relaxation. We pass close to Faro Airport, too, taking some time to contemplate the marshlands, channels, and small islets.

Finally, we arrive at the Praia de Faro (Faro beach), where you’ll have time to relax or go for a refreshing drink on one of the terraces while enjoying stunning sea views. Rested and rejuvenated, it’s time to start the journey back to Faro! And because nature never ceases to amaze us, we cycle along the coastal route looking for even more pleasant surprises that the Ria Formosa may have in store.
The kayaks we use on this tour are double sit-on-top models. They are safe, comfortable, and easy-glider models.