The Algarve is famous for its warm sunshine, golden beaches and clear Atlantic waters. But spending time outdoors here does not have to mean finding a sun lounger and staying in one place all day. Look beyond the coastline and you will find peaceful lagoons, island communities, salt pans, cycling routes and wildlife-rich wetlands waiting...Read More
A memorable family holiday in the Algarve is all about finding activities that everyone can enjoy, from energetic children eager for adventure to parents and grandparents looking for a relaxed day out. Fortunately, the Ria Formosa Natural Park offers exactly that balance. Stretching along the Algarve coast, this beautiful natural haven is one of Portugal’s...Read More
There’s no better way to understand the Ria Formosa than by getting out on the water. From Faro, the lagoon stretches out into a maze of channels, islands, sandbanks, and wildlife-rich marshes that can only truly be appreciated by boat. Each turn reveals something new — a quiet fishing village, a stretch of untouched beach,...Read More
There’s no bad time to get out on the water in Faro. Home to the spectacular Ria Formosa, it’s a year-round destination offering myriad sights and attractions for travellers. The Ria Formosa is an ever-changing lagoon system, as tides rise and fall, birds swoop in and out, and dolphins make their appearance along the coastline. ...Read More
Exploring the Algarve from the water offers a completely different perspective of this iconic region, and Faro is one of the best places to start. Sitting at the gateway to the Ria Formosa Natural Park, Faro provides direct access to one of Portugal’s most stunning natural gems. And when you rent a private boat, you...Read More
There is no better way to experience the beauty of the Ria Formosa Nature Park than from the water. This vast lagoon system stretches along the Algarve coast, characterised by channels, sandbanks, and barrier islands that are constantly shifting. During Formosamar’s boat tours from Faro, you get to see the best scenes of Ria Formosa,...Read More
