Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Faro
In contact with salt water! This experience includes a stand up paddle (SUP) or kayak lesson, an important familiarization with the necessary devices, a small tour and a free ride for a brief maritime exploration. It’s a unique way to get to know some “corners” of one of the 7 natural wonders in Portugal, the Ria Formosa. The experience is aimed at all levels of performance, whether for SUP or kayak. All equipment is included (suit, Lycra, SUP board, paddle or kayak, paddle and vest), as well as sports insurance.
This place is at the end of Praia de Faro. It is a connecting river and ocean. There is no tourism in this place and you can enjoy the undisturbed beauty of nature.
SUP or Kayak Tour lasts about 2–3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $35 per person for this Faro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, 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 meeting point is Avenida Nascente, Rua da Escola Primária, Praia de Faro After the bridge to the left side, continue one km, after passing restaurant cais 73,you will see on left side primary school, we are on opposite side.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
We explored the Ria Formosa by kayak with Bruno, who was a fantastic and very helpful instructor. It was a truly enjoyable adventure, highly recommended for families too. One of the best ways to explore the Ria Formosa... thank you, Salty Experience
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The instructor was excellent. Would highly recommend the supping activity for all.
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This was a nice sup tour unfortunately I was classified as an experienced supper with beginners so the pace was not that high. Still had a nice explanation from the guide about the oyster farm. Still supped 5.66 kilometers.
The weather was very windy and they should have cancelled the tour. But they didn't. We didn't make it to the Ria Formosa due to the windy weather. We only paddled up the cove by old run down homes with barking dogs. The guild gave us NO information and did not stay with us. He was always far ahead. The kayaks had no back support and the paddles had no grips, just metal.
Excellent solo kayak tour along the river with a great guide. Really enjoyed the experience and highly recommend this company
When we arrived we were sent up to a balcony to wait for the session to start at 3 even though we had been told to arrive 15 minutes early. The staff were brusque and unhelpful, there was nowhere to change and no secure storage offered for our things. The SUP was ok but did not have a lease. There was no safety briefing and the buoyancy aids were in a very poor state. The route of the tour was good but the 'instructor' made no effort to engage and make the session fun and informative. I enjoyed it anyway but had a much more enjoyable experience for the same price in Albuferia on kayaks the next day ( 3 staff, a safety boat, drinks for the guests and really interested and interesting guides - brilliant)
We apologize if your experience wasn't as promised, please let us know the date of your tour, so we can fix the issue as soon as possible. Thankyou for your feedback and we sincerely apologize. Best regards, Salty Team
I had a great time kayaking along the river with Joao. I was the only one on the kayak tour, which I found really nice. Joao was great with his explanations, I had a really good time. I wouldn’t hesitate to do this again, great for beginners or intermediate :)
Very friendly and helpful staff who accommodated our skill levels. Scenic and kayaked past oyster traps. Would do it again
Absolutely amazing time. Jual and Bruno were fantastic. We were novices, but they helped build confidence and we enjoyed so much. Highly recommended
The tour is the perfect length and takes you along different routes there & back so you see lots of the Ria Formosa. João had lots of interesting information about things along the Ria and we even saw flamingos! I would definitely recommend trying it out.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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