Half Day Walking Tour in Ria Formosa Nature Park
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About This Tour in Faro
Why Visit Faro?
Faro, Portugal offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Faro provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Faro
You can reach Faro, Portugal by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Insurances
- Binoculars
- Pick up and drop off at your accommodation, in Olhão area
- All Fees and Taxes
- Nature Park Centre entrance fee, in Quinta de Marim
- Fauna & Flora field guides
- Birds field guide
- Telescope
- Local nature guide
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable shoes, bring a hat and protective clothing for sun or rain, according to the weather conditions.
- Bring a reusable water container/bottle with water
- The use of sun block is recommended
- This experience requires reasonable weather conditions. If the experience is cancelled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If the experience is cancelled owing to low numbers, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
After we have picked you up from your accommodation, we drive to the Ria Formosa Nature Park restrictedThe meeting point is at the Olhão’s Aldi supermarket car park.
End Point
After we have picked you up from your accommodation, we drive to the Ria Formosa Nature Park restrictedThe meeting point is at the Olhão’s Aldi supermarket car park.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
After we have picked you up from your... 4 hours
After we have picked you up from your accommodation, we drive to the Ria Formosa Nature Park restricted area of Quinta de Marim, which functions as the headquarters of the Nature Park. Then you get to enjoy a pleasant and easy walk of roughly 6 km passing through several habitats existing in this wetlands system like a pine forest, dunes, Mediterranean shrublands, lagoons, sandbanks and intertidal mudflats. You will be amazed by the outstanding views and landscapes of the lagoons, islands and intricated channels. In this half day walk you will discover many native flowers and plants of this region, and experience some of its fragrancies and tastes. Observe several species of birds, some crustaceous, butterflies and dragonflies. Find out about local mammals and reptiles. You will also have the opportunity to visit the nature exhibitions at the Ria Formosa Nature Park headquarters. Learn how the layers of civilization have always relied on the Ria Formosa as a life support provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
