Two islands in three hours in our Faro comparison.
Trade-off: Same price as the five hour trip.
Last checked: July 27, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.
The shorter catamaran version of the Ria Formosa trip: two stops, Deserta and Farol, with snorkel masks handed out and time to walk the beaches by the Cape of Santa Maria. Food and drinks are not included; bookings run from two to twelve people. 4.94 from 1,111 reviews at €40 per person for 3h.
Enjoy this relaxing tour in the Ria formosa Natural Parque whit a confortable Catamaran and discover the 2 beautiful and principal Islands with 2 Stop : Deserta Island and Farol Island. You can snorkeling , walking near the oceano , observe Cape os Santa Mariade and enjoy the local wildlife.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #2 of 18 | €40 | 3h | 4.94 (1111) | shared |
| Sunset Tour | Ria Formosa - From Faro | €30 | 1h | 4.97 (827) | shared |
| Ria Formosa & Ilhas: Sunset Boat Trip | €35 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (353) | shared |
| Boat Tour of 2 Ria Formosa Islands: Culatra and Armona | €35 | 3h | 4.94 (503) | shared |
Ranked #2 of 18 in Ria Formosa by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €50, median €40; typical length 3h. 4 of 18 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 18 Ria Formosa
This tour runs daily, departing at 10:30, 14:30, 16:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.
The Boarding Place is located at : Rua da Porta Nova , 8000-250 Faro The Company's representative will be dressed in a Green T-Shirt. Arrive 15 minutes before the activity Star. Stand Name : Estrela da Ria Formosa
The Boarding Place is located at : Rua da Porta Nova , 8000-250 Faro The Company's representative will be dressed in a Green T-Shirt. Arrive 15 minutes before the activity Star. Stand Name : Estrela da Ria Formosa
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |