2-hour Bird Watching Guided Boat Trip in Ria Formosa from Faro Algarve

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Itinerary

1. The meeting point for your tour or activity is at our offices at the shop Pure Nature Store - ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please be so kind and check in for your tour or activity with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time

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2. You'll find us our offices in the shop Pure Nature Store - ground floor of the building of Ginásio Clube Naval de Faro (Nautical Club of Faro). Please check in for your boat trip with our team members at least 10 minutes before the departure time of your boat trip.

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3. Embark on board a confortable pontoon boat. In the company of a nature tour guide, on this boat trip you will discover why Ria Formosa was elected one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. And because the birds are one of the highlights of this Park they deserve special attention. Considered one of the most important wetlands for aquatic birds in Portugal, during the tour we observe birds like the White Stork, Little Egret and the Spoonbill. Waders are most abundant especially during winter, although birds like the Whimbrel, the Turnstone and the Grey Plover are a constant presence. Here you will have the opportunity to see one of the most important economical activities in the Algarve and also very interesting species such as the Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa), the Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) and many others.

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4. The trip continues towards the islands of the Natural Park through oyster and clams farms.

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5. Here you will have the opportunity to see one of the most important economical activities in the Algarve like clam farms and oyster beds.

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6. Towards the point where the lagoon meets the sea, we make a stop so you may enjoy this small paradise. This is an important reproduction area for the Little Tern and the Kentish Plover. During wintertime we often observe the Sandwich Tern and the Greater Flamingo. The bird species listed may vary according to the time of the year. Because they are in their natural habitat, Formosamar can not fully guarantee the observation of all birdlife mentioned.

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7. The tour ends with stunning views of the old town of Faro.

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8. You can choose to disembark here, if you wish please be so kind to ask your skipper in advance.

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9. Ending point of your boat trip.

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10. Ending point of your boat trip.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Faro

• Its from-price is 40% below the median of the 516 experiences we list in Faro.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 52 of 516.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Faro

Faro is the capital of Portugal's Algarve, a small walled old town beside the Ria Formosa lagoon, with sandy barrier islands a short boat ride away.

Faro is built around a marina and an old town enclosed by walls, entered through the neoclassical Arco da Vila. Inside, quiet lanes lead to the cathedral and to the Carmo Church, whose Chapel of Bones is lined with the skulls and bones of monks. The city feels more local than the resorts along the coast.

Top-ranked sights in Faro: Ilha do Farol, Barreta Island (Ilha Deserta), Arco da Vila.

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