From Olhão: Ria Formosa 3-Island Full-Day Tour

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Before you book

The listing gives two starting locations in Olhão without naming them. Odyssey's stand is at Cais T on Avenida 5 de Outubro, near the public-ferry ticket office; confirm yours on the booking.
Morning stops: Farol 1 hour, Culatra village 2 hours, and 1 hour at Armona or, in summer, a quiet beach reached only by boat. Hangares is a short photo stop from the boat.
Afternoon runs stop 45 minutes to an hour at Culatra. The 15:45 departure lasts about four hours and only reaches sunset around September.
Lunch is not included: bring a picnic or eat in Culatra village, and book a table in summer. The tour needs reasonable weather to run.
Odyssey asks guests with reduced mobility to tell it in advance.

About This Experience

A full-day guided boat trip from Olhão with three island stops: Farol, Culatra village for up to two hours, and Armona or, in summer, a quiet beach reached only by boat. Lunch is not included.

Highlights

Swim at pristine and white-sand beaches on Culatra Island or enjoy a picnic
Learn about the local region from your tour guides , about local traditions
See clams, oysters and other biodiversity , sandbanks and nature in a low tide
Walk around the beautiful Lighthouse Island and see local houses
Do a nice walk by the amazing Armona Island or, in summer, swim at a quiet beach reached only by boat

What's Included

✓ Boat cruise with three island stops
✓ Tour guide and small group
✓ Comfortable Life jacket
✓ Ria Formosa map
✓ Map of the birds of Ria Formosa
✓ Boat with shade

Not Included

Lunch

Good to Know

The tour requires reasonable weather for the trip to take place
During the stipulated stopped, all people are free to carry out any activities desired
Choose from either a shared or private guided experience
You can pack your own lunch, or dine at a local restaurant
The 15:45 departure lasts about 4 hours, with three stops of 45 minutes to an hour; it only ends near sunset around September.