Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Faro
Nothing better than a family trip!! Avoid the large crowds of Algarve beaches, on a private family tour at a special price and with special conditions and discounts at restaurants, or if you prefer, make your own picnic! Personalize together with our company an ideal tour for your family to spend an amazing day in pure tranquility and tranquility! From deserted beaches to visit all the islands, you will have several options to be decided by yourself and your family! We have boats for groups up to 17 people! If you are a larger group please contact us for larger boats. You can choose a tour from 2h to 8h rental!
Ria Formosa & Ilhas: Private Tour for Two or in Group lasts about 4 hours.
Prices start at $248 per person for this Faro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 10 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The experience is available in PT, PT, EN, EN, FR, FR, ES, ES.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 74 verified reviews; it is run by ODYSSEY Traditional Boat Tours - Ria Formosa, Olhão. Most-mentioned highlights: Snorkeling (Request before the tour); Music column (Request before tour); Water , juice or beer.
The tour was wonderful, we felt very well taken care of at all times, Carlos adapted to our tastes and the boat could not have been more beautiful. We spent an absolutely unforgettable day that we would repeat without hesitation.
thanks for the beautiful experience, the magic of the Ria Formosa, the excelent food in the fisherman Village, the advice of our guide and all the explanation..Amazing experience!
We had a family private boat trip from with these guys, around the Ria Formosa. We went to Praia da Cultara for a swim and also visited Cultara. Our skipper was friendly, professional and extremely obliging, and the boat was first rate. Great people to deal with and a super afternoon out.
This winter, we booked a private boat tour twice, for a group of 15 - 25 people. Everything went smoothly and we got everything the way we requested : from a private tour guide, to drinks on the boat, and they even helped us with a wonderful group lunch, in one of the restaurants on Culatra of the beaten track. Highly recommended.
Our captain and guide were perfectly nice but the boat trip itself was a bit blah. It may be the time of year we visited but the islands we saw were pretty boring. There isn’t all that much to see on the islands. Being on the water was nice and the late afternoon light was beautiful, but the trip overall was underwhelming.
Super pleasant ride with a nice and humorous skipper and guide. We loved visiting the 3 islands with a little time to walk there because the essentials are quickly done.
A total change of scenery, a very educational sea trip, actually visit of the islands da ria formosa from Olhão The captain was very warm , he introduced us during the trip the whole history of these islands An incredible discovery , an extraordinary paradise
Impeccable, I recommend 100%! Staff super simpático. It was a super pleasant group tour by the beautiful ria and islands 😊
Fantastic walk, the description gives very enlightening Mood, we can make several stops. We like many.
Nice trip, with many local customs and activities. Island with beautiful beach and nice sustainable restaurant. Guide gave a great explanation of the things we saw.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ria Formosa & Ilhas: Private Tour for Two or in Group | 4 hours | 4.9 (74) | $248 | |
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