Top Faro Outdoor Activities

Explore the Algarve’s lesser-known inland region on this adventurous buggy tour. Embark on a quick road trip with a local guide who will lead you to the Algarve’s many charming under-the-radar spots. Enjoy a relaxing ride as you escape the coast and cruise through bucolic countryside villages, vineyards, and farmland. Plus, get your adrenaline going with a little off-road river experience.

Our main goal is to connect science and tourism by providing wildlife watching boat tours while we collect data for scientific research. During this tour you will have the chance to learn more about our local fauna and get to know how we are studying these animals.

For sure it will be a very special activity during you holidays! You will start at the pine trees and a small mystic forest, just listening to the singing birds and footprints of the horse. Then, you will cross the dunes and will be able to feel the strength of the horse while you ride along the beach, always enjoying the best views along the coast. To finish, you will attend a unique sunset that we guarantee, will not leave you indifferent and will be a memory that will last forever! Based in Carrapateira Village, we are a touristic company which provides qualified and personal tours for small groups or private, for different kind of activities to show you the secrets of the area and around. We want to offer different activities for tourists, so they can also get to know more about this area and fall in love with it as we do. It is also about creating moments, experiences and memories to take back home with you! For animal and nature lovers, our most recommended!

We are a company focused on providing unique environmentally conscious tourist experiences. We focus daily on the development of good practices for a sustainable activity, using our vessels powered by solar energy. We believe in raising awareness of environmental and cultural education, contributing to a better future. We want to share with you the tranquility and balance of this place ...

Fishing for the famous cuttlefish is a traditional art of local fishermen practiced in the estuary of the Ria Formosa, being a different experience, quite fun and enriching from a cultural and technic point of view. The feeling of knowing this new kind of fishing to catch one of the most unusual cephalopods doesn't happen every day.

Ria Formosa Natural Park is one of the most impressive natural wonders along Portugal’s Algarve coast and the best way to explore is by boat. Hop aboard a catamaran on this small-group tour from Faro; cruise around the islands of Culatra, Farol, and Deserta; and spot wild flamingos and egrets swooping over the lagoon.

The tour will be interpretive and explanatory during your trip, so during stops, everyone is free to engage in any type of activities on the respective islands, advised by the vessel's captain. Comments : - Navigation made only by Ria Formosa, avoiding seasickness; - Experienced and fluent captains in several languages; Stops: - 1st Stop - Ilha do Farol (1 hour), free visit. - 2nd Stop: Ilha da Armona (between 1H30 and 2H00), stop for lunch with reserved table, and time to visit after or before lunch. It is at the discretion of the customer! - 3rd Stop - Praia Deserta (1 hour), free visit. Lunch is not included at this time due to technical flaws, TripAdvisor is not letting us change the information or the itinerary described above, thanks for your understanding! On this trip we will know all the mysteries and secrets that the beautiful Ria Formosa Natural Park has to offer on the most complete tour!

Cruise from Faro to Ria Formosa Natural Park on an outing by catamaran that explores the remote islands of Faro and Deserta. This cruise is the perfect way to experience the Ria Formosa estuary, where you’ll find a maze of wetlands split by canals and hidden islands. Watch for the coastal birds of the Algarve as you relax on the 12-person catamaran, then enjoy some beach time on each island before returning to Faro. Both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Tour the Natural area of Isla Canela in a different way. On board the latest SEA DOO jet ski models on the market. Heading towards the marshes of Isla Canela, entering the La Canela channel, in the direction of the Guadiana River, in a landscape that is less and less humanized, almost unreal. Once in the Guadiana, we visit the Ayamonte fish market, where the catches of their fishing boats are sold, and we pass under the bridge that connects Spain and Portugal. We start the return taking a refreshing swim in the open sea and continue back to the base port along the coast of Isla Canela.

Cruise the glittering waters of Ria Formosa Natural Park on a 3-hour sailing trip from Faro. After you climb aboard a luxurious catamaran, sail to natural landmarks like Deserta Island and Farol Island and scour the scenery for sightings of exotic birds. Observe the lives of locals as you listen to history and culture-rich commentary from your guide. Receive personalized attention on this small-group tour, limited to 10 passengers.

Make the most of your time exploring Ria Formosa Natural Park by traveling with a guide on this half-day excursion. While you move through the canals of Olhao, the Barrier Islands, and the bay of Armona, learn about the area’s ecosystem and history through guided commentary. Make a stop for lunch (own expense) in the tiny fishing village of Cultura, where you can get a restaurant recommendation or picnic on the beach.

Visit The Ria Formosa Natural Parque in a confortable catamaran and discover the 4 beautiful islands with 4 Stops : Deserta Island, Farol Island, Culatra Island an Hangares Island. You can snorkeling, walking near the ocean , enjoy a typical lunch on Culatra Island and observe the culture of oysters. ( Free Masks ) ( lunch not Included - you can bring your Pick Nick)

Discover the Algarve’s gorgeous countryside on a full-day Jeep tour from Albufeira that follows off-road tracks to tiny villages and farms. You’ll pass groves of orange trees, sample local produce, then enjoy a lunch of regional cuisine and wine at a restaurant that’s tucked deep into the mountains. For a more personal experience, group size is limited to 15 people, and this tour includes lunch, snacks, and round-trip transport from Albufeira hotels.

Explore the rugged ‘Deserted Island’ located just off the Algarve coast. Take the ferry to the island and observe the various bird species that inhabit the area such as herons, plovers, and black-winged stilts. Soak up the sun on the white sandy beaches or go for a walk and admire the beautiful scenery before taking the ferry back to Faro.

We leave the base port Marina Isla Canela in the natural area of Punta del Moral. We cross the coast of Isla Cristina and Isla Canela and if the state of the sea allows it, we bathe in the open sea. On the way back, we cross the estuary of the Carreras River, a natural anchorage since Roman times and with a large number of fishing boats today. We return to the base port Marina Isla Canela.

Coasteering is an exciting adventure activity involving cliff jumping along the coastline near Lagos and Sagres. Get your adrenaline fix with lots of Cliff Jumping between 1 - 10 meters (30ft.) high! You'll be Swimming in the ocean and really feel like you're connected to it. Swimming and walking through caves and secret passages where the water is clear with turquoise and emerald lights. Basic Climbing and scrambling is needed to access the jumps and remote places that only Coasteering can offer. We'll walk over the high cliff tops overlooking the Atlantic blue waters and stunning views. You'll also discover rock pools' abundant marine life. Lots of pictures and videos are included so you can enjoy the tour.

Get away from the crowded beaches and explore the rugged terrain outside of Albufeira aboard your own off-road buggy. Depart from the city and head toward dirt roads for a fun countryside adventure. Visit Paderne Castle for a short tour and then continue on, stopping at various scenic points to snap photos.

Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Ria Formosa Natural Park on a 90-minute catamaran cruise to Deserta Island from Faro. While you listen to informative commentary from your guide, you’ll see fascinating flora and fauna and disembark at Deserta Island to stroll along the beautiful beach. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your own departure time and opt to explore hiking trails and nature walks before you return to Faro by catamaran.

Adventure, excitement, nature are some of the words to define this amazing experience. Set in a wonderful landscape in the interior of Algarve, offers great fun on Quads along with the variety of terrains, designed for you to enjoy the this great area. Important: Each machine must have at the least an adult with B driver's license and 100€ refundable deposit.

Explore the wild and untamed areas of the Algarve on this half-day jeep safari tour from Albufeira. You won’t have to worry about driving on unfamiliar roads, as you’ll have a driver for the day. Enjoy the convenience of a hotel pickup, and stop off at local places that would be hard to find alone. Highlights included tasting honey, liquors, and jams, learning to make firewater, and seeing beautiful old villages.

The only 6:30 hour duration of the tour in the Algarve. The guide is knowledgeable of the tour area. The only providers of sun umbrella and full-face snorkeling mask in nature tours. The guide has experience in water rescue (lifeguard). We are the only ones offering 2 meeting places for the comfort of our customers. We take our customers swimming to the world renowned Benagil Cave, made up of an estimated 16 million years old limestone. We also take our costumers hiking through one of the most famous and beautiful treks in Europe, the Seven Suspended Valleys. Our costumers can also relax and enjoy snorkeling activity in one of the 100 most beautiful beaches in the Michelin Travel Guide.

Great option in which you will cross a part of the beach, then along the wild coast to unusual viewpoints as an interior part through the vegetation to end up at the dunes to contemplate some breathtaking views of the village’s landscapes. Based in Carrapateira Village, we are a touristic company which provides qualified and personal tours for small groups or private, for different kind of activities to show you the secrets of the area and around. We want to offer different activities for tourists, so they can also get to know more about this area and fall in love with it as we do. It is also about creating moments, experiences and memories to take back home with you! For animal and nature lovers, our most recommended! Both for experienced people and for those who do not, our horseback riding tours will undoubtedly be an experience you will never forget. For sure it will be a very special activity during you holidays and will leave you wanting more!

This experience is unique because We are going to take you to the most beautiful places of the Algarve in one day , plus you do some adventurous sport (swimming) together with the assistance of the instructor and the bodyboard into the Benagil cave. When we get inside the cave you gonna have your phone to take pics in the cave ; and our second stop is praia da Marinha that is considered in the top 10 beaches in europe by the national geographic , but why? Because of its unique breathtaking views, you can have snorkeling equipment to swim abit or just enjoy the views or if you are hungry get some snacks. After that we get back to faro . . This is an experience that you will never forget and that you must do if you are in the Faro and surrounding areas

The Ria Formosa flows through Portugal’s Algarve region, offering a haven for native wildlife—but exploring the lagoons without disturbing the birds isn’t easy. On this tour, cruise along the Ria Formosa peacefully by eco-friendly solar-powered boat and enjoy uninterrupted views over the wetland scenery. With minimal engine noise from your solar-powered boat, spot native wildlife in its natural habitat and see the best of the Ria Formosa.