Dolphin Watching + 2 Islands Tour - From Faro
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
We offer you a Hallfl day of adventure ,where you can enjoy the beauty of Dolphins, Birds, sometimes turtles , and discover the most iportante 2 islands of the Ria Formosa Natural Park .
The observation of the Dolphins is made on our Oceanic coast and the discovery of the 2 Islands is in the Natural Park of Ria Formosa.
We Stop 1 hour at Deserta Island, and more 1 hour stop at Farol Island.
We return to Faro with a different lanscape of the Natural Park , as there is a difference in the tide , changing the whole scenery of Nature in our Ria Formosa.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We do not guarantee the presence of dolphins .
Tour are subject to weather conditions.
Children must be accompanied by an adult (Minimum age is 5 years).
Desaconselhável para pessoas com dificuldade motora
What To Expect
Next to our Algarve Coast we have the Atlantic Ocean, where we can get away from Human life and discover Wildlife. In this Combi-Tour we have the privilege of being able to watch dolphins and observe seabirds as well as discover 2 islands: Ilha Deserta and Ilha do Farol. The tour will last approximately 4h00, starting from Faro at 8h30 with the crossing of the Ria Formosa channels to Cabo de Santa Maria, which is described by the junction of the Waters. We sail in the Ocean to discover Dolphins and other similar species. Then we return to the Ria Formosa Natural Park where we stop at Ilha do Farol to be able to visit the small community around the Farol. We resume navigation to Ilha Deserta where you can bathe in its crystalline waters. Finally, we return to the starting point with a completely different scenario, as the beauty of the Ria Formosa changes according to the tides!
Options
Golfinhos + Ilhas
Dolphin watching & Islands Duration: 4 hours Not Inclued Oceano Atlãntico + Ria Formosa SpeedBoat
What‘s Included
Life Jackets
Professional Skipper
Masks to snorkeling
Food and drinks.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
284 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience, Martin...
Cynthia M,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, Martin was fantastic with his apprentice, we were able to observe a whole school of dolphins with their young. And the islands were beautiful
Dolphins!
M2081NHandr r,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adolf is very kind, he persevered so that we could see dolphins! Visit the island of Farol then very nice!!
Nice excursion
carolinetG239DS,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice excursion, the scenery is beautiful although stops on the islands are a little short. Our guide Joao (John, John, Giovanni) is very kind, gives good explanations and is funny in addition.
Dolphins
Diane S,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. We had an incredible experience seeing a Whale. The Dolphins swimming and jumping around the boat today were magical.
Top Guides 🩵 Tour overall recommended,
annaoO1142FE,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had booked the tour locally in Faro at the port. The tour started at 9am, Adolfo and Tomas were very nice, attentive guides. They went to great lengths so we could see dolphins. Unfortunately, there was not much to see on the day, but they did not give up and we still found a group. After that, the part of the group that had booked 2 stops on the islands was dropped off at the first island, we were quickly brought back to the port. Nature is just not plannable, but the two have given everything to make a great tour possible... Thank you Adolfo and Tomas 🩵🐬
Fantastic experience
Paradise41296981534,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fantastic experience, skipper Adolfo was tireless in the search for the dolphins on a difficult sea day. Super professional. I recommend.
Unforgettable!
christophen747,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited the island of Farol only. But it was for a good cause!!! Adolfo, our guide, spent a lot of time and patience searching for dolphins, and dolphins! Personally I prefer not to have seen the second island and to have seen the dolphins! Thank you Adolfo for this unforgettable moment!
An adventure in Ria
ClaudiaN1804,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simply wonderful, a tireless search for the Skipper until we find the dolphins. A difficult navigation due to the weather conditions but very professional from the part of the professionals. Congratulations to the Skippers and Enterprise:))
Dolphin tours
Faifai31,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you to Adolfo and Tomas for this great experience! It was really breathtaking. Dolphins played all around us. I highly recommend!
Good experience
nathaliea751,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with joao who accompanied us. Beautiful village , bathing and humor are at the rendezvous Thank you very much 😁
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