Ria Formosa Islands Cruise

Enjoy the wetlands, the diverse wildlife, and the golden sand beaches in the Ria Formosa on this boat trip around the islands of Tavira and Cabanas. Are you ready?

Ria Formosa Islands Cruise

When making your reservation, you can choose from three different tour options. All provide an English-speaking guide and have the same starting point: Ria Formosa Avenue in Cabanas de Tavira. The options are as follows:

1-hour tour

For one hour, we'll cruise the Ria Formosa, exploring its canals and making a 15-minute stop on Cabanas Island. This stop allows you to stroll along the beaches and view various birds in the area.

2-hour tour

This two-hour tour offers a longer boat ride. We will explore the Ria Formosa Natural Park, with a 30-minute stop in the city of Tavira instead of Cabanas.

4-hour tour

The four-hour tour includes a unique experience cruising the island of Cabanas, the island of Tavira, and the beach of Terra Estreita, with a 30-minute swimming stop in the Atlantic. We will also navigate through beds of oysters, clams, and cockles and visit the coastal village of Santa Luzia. Notable sites include the church of Nossa Senhora do Mar and the 17th-century fort of São João da Barra.