Top 5 National Parks Tours in the Algarve

1.6 hour boat tour navegating through the Islands of Ria Formosa National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $51Our pick

6-hour small-group boat tour from Faro through Ria Formosa National Park, stopping on Culatra, the lighthouse village, and Desert Island.

“Quelle journée magnifique avec mon fils de 11 ans. A peine sortis de la marina nous avons eu la chance d'apercevoir des dauphins. Nuno Pudim est un réel passionné. Il est conscient de la chance d'habiter cette région. Toujours le sourire et il arrêtait même le moteur du bateau quand on lui posait des questions pour mieux y répondre. Il dépose à d'autres endroits que d'autres tours. Il aime ce qu'il fait et ça se ressent. Il nous a même conseillé un restaurant de poissons et là aussi entière satisfaction. Honnêtement il mérite ses 5 étoiles. Il est indépendant travaille seul fonc n'hésitez pas faites le travailler vous ne le…”

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2.Ria Formosa National Park and Islands Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 91 reviews · 3 hours · from $35Best value

3-hour boat cruise from Olhão through Ria Formosa channels, with stops at Armona or Desert Beach, plus Culatra for sand and local food.

“It was a very interesting and informative tour of the islands.”

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3.Salgados Nature Reserve Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $73

Ride a Segway through the Salgados Nature Reserve on wooden paths, with ocean views and chances to spot birds and wildlife near Albufeira.

“We had a great segway adventure with Jose who took us around Selgados and showed us all the sights. The family (ages 10-15) all enjoyed it - he made it interesting for the adults and fun for the kids. The off-roading was particularly challenging and appreciated by the teens! Thanks Jose”

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4.Ria Formosa National Park Segway Tour & Seafood Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $141

Segway through Ria Formosa National Park, then enjoy a seafood lunch at Wax RestoBar with sea views near Faro. 3 hours.

“Loved our guide and the riding the Segways. fun adventure.”

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5.Ria Formosa National Park: Kayak Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 16 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Paddle Ria Formosa marshes in a double kayak with a pro guide from Faro, spotting birds and clam farms in 2 hours.

“The kayak tour was wonderful! We had a very friendly guide, felt very comfortable, and had a lot of fun. Highly recommended! Thank you for this perfect start in the day.”

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