Half Day Walking Tour in Ria Formosa Nature Park

5.0 (42 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Explore the Fauna and flora of this unique ecosystem with remarkable biodiversity. Enjoy its stunning landscapes and discover ancient cultural details of the local population.

Join this flat walk in the heart of the Ria Formosa Nature Park. You will get to see the labyrinth of channels and marsh vegetation, breathe in the salty sea air, perhaps cross with a Chameleon (Chamaeleo chamaeleon), spot aquatic birds and listen to their distinct sounds, as well as enjoy outstanding landscapes while discovering a complex ecosystem.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Discover local biodiversity

Enjoy amazing views and landscapes

Observe the wildlife in detail using optical equipment

Unlock the History details beyond the Cultural heritage of this region.

Nature and Wildlife Tours Half-day Tours Nature Walks Wildlife Watching Small Group Involves Animals Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: PerNatur - Nature Trails

Ages: Children (1–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Insurances
Included: Binoculars
Included: Pick up and drop off at your accommodation, in Olhão area
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Nature Park Centre entrance fee, in Quinta de Marim
Included: Fauna & Flora field guides
Included: Birds field guide
Included: Local nature guide
Included: Telescope

Itinerary

Ria Formosa Natural Park

4 hours Admission included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the Olhão’s Aldi supermarket car park.
The meeting point is at the Olhão’s train station.

End point

The meeting point is at the Olhão’s Aldi supermarket car park.
The meeting point is at the Olhão’s train station.

Pickup points

Pensao Bela Vista
Real Marina Hotel & Spa
Casa Modesta
Hostel Bela Ria
Hotel Residencial Armona
Hotel Cidade De Olhao
Real Marina Residence
B&B HOTEL Olhao Algarve
Boutique Hotel Casa Amor Olhao
Pure Formosa Concept Hotel
Casinha Formosa

and one more pickup point

The pick up will be at the indicated start time.

After the walk is finished, you will be dropped off at your accommodation, or anywhere else of your preference, in Olhão.

For visitors staying outside Olhão, there are 2 meeting point options in Olhão. One option for a meeting point is at Olhão’s train station the other option is at Olhão Aldi supermarket car park.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.