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On this boat tour, we explore the Ria Formosa Natural Park on a comfortable catamaran, with visits to Deserta Island and Farol Island.<\/p>\n

Departing from the Docks of Faro\/Marina of Faro, we sail slowly through the channels of the Ria Formosa, taking in the beautiful landscapes. Along the way, we will see many bird species \u2014 including the Grey Heron and White Stork \u2014 that use this area as a feeding habitat. If you\u2019d like to spend more time discovering the diverse bird life in Ria Formosa, we provide a dedicated bird watching tour in the Algarve.<\/p>\n

We see the Culatra Island lighthouse in the distance as we approach the islands and beaches. Looking around, you can observe the hard work of the people in the oyster and clam farms. Back on the mainland coastline, you can see the market of Olh\u00e3o, an important fishing town. And further ahead, you will find one of the most important sea entrances of the Ria Formosa.<\/p>\n

The first stop on this boat tour to Deserta and Farol Islands is the lighthouse on Farol Island. Here, you can enjoy a walk around the streets of this small but friendly community. When passing by the lighthouse, keep walking until the very end to admire an extensive beach of fine white sand washed by calm, warm waters. Here lies the most southern point of Portugal \u2014 the Santa Maria Cape.<\/p>\n

We leave Farol Island and continue the boat tour to Deserta, our second stop. This island is also known as Barreta Island. You can take an easy walk and explore the fauna and flora of the island, or simply enjoy the sunshine and bathe in the clear waters washing over the beach. And there\u2019s one last treasure to enjoy on the trip back to Faro \u2014 the enchanting Ria Formosa, one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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