Natura Algarve
Natura Algarve
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Boat ToursDolphin & Whale WatchingNature & Wildlife Tours
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Ecotourism in the Ria Formosa Nature Park: Boat trips, Birdwatching, Dolphin watching, Boat rental & hire, Private Boat Tours. Departures from Olhao and Faro
Olhao, Portugal
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2023
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Anne P
4 contributions
Feb 2023
‘Oh what a perfect day’ as the song goes, and it certainly was! We learned so much, discovered the world of oysters and on that subject, Jaime is a absolute pearl of a guide. He charmed us all and made us laugh in several languages, catered for all our wishes by booking meals at a restaurant for some, finding the ideal swim spot for others, chatted with passion about the culture, lives and ambitions of the local communities, and opened our eyes to the flora and fauna of his world, his ‘diamond’ as he calls it, and we finished the trip on a high note with an excellent choice of music. Would absolutely recommend 100%. Thank you Natura and thank you Jaime. Paul and Anne.
Written February 7, 2023
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DazzyB
1 contribution
Jul 2022
Jaimie took our family of 4 on a tour around the islands. We went from 11:00 to 3:00.
The boat is great - very comfortable, with adjustable shade cover. There was 1 other couple on the boat, I much prefer this small boat with a more private, tailored experience.
We toured a small beach 'Berreta' and then to Farol to walk around the island and see the lighthouse. Finally we cruised round Culatra and picked up some fresh oysters from a local fisherman.
Jamie is very knowledgeable about the area, its geography and history and is a great guide. Highly recommended!!!
The boat is great - very comfortable, with adjustable shade cover. There was 1 other couple on the boat, I much prefer this small boat with a more private, tailored experience.
We toured a small beach 'Berreta' and then to Farol to walk around the island and see the lighthouse. Finally we cruised round Culatra and picked up some fresh oysters from a local fisherman.
Jamie is very knowledgeable about the area, its geography and history and is a great guide. Highly recommended!!!
Written August 1, 2022
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Tess
5 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
Jamie was an outstanding tour guide. We felt safe and comfortable the entire time. He spoke perfect English and had a great sense of humor. We genuinely enjoyed his company! He taught us about Ria Formosa and it's one of a kind ecosystem, then we stopped at a lovely sand bar where he pointed out different wildlife and sea creatures to us. Then to fisherman's Island where we were told amazing stories about the small village. We ended with the most magnificent sunset I've ever seen and Jamie helped us take photos and really capture the moment. I would give it 10/5 🌟 with Captain Jamie!
Written June 10, 2022
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cuillin26925
Glasgow, UK8 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
We loved our tour with Jaime. He spoke with real knowledge and understanding of the lagoon and spoke three languages on our trip. His care for us started as soon as we spoke to him on dry land and the interest he showed in us meant we were very happy to travel with him. We loved the beautiful sunset seen from the lagoon. Thoroughly recommend Jaime. Thank you Jaime.
Donald, Koe and Ohm
Donald, Koe and Ohm
Written February 6, 2023
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carla h
Yorkshire, UK11 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
An amaizing morning spent on the boat with Jaime, he was a fantastic guide full of knowledge on the area, the wildlife, the sea and tides. He was so friendly and relaxed. It does seem like a lot of money at first but the experience is 100% worth it. Jaimes English was perfect, he had a lovely sence of humour and such a kind nature. We will be visiting again and definitely will request the same guide and boat. Diamond!!!
Written April 11, 2023
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S B
1 contribution
Jan 2023
We could not have asked for a more exquisite day and a better guide. As so many others before have said, James is special. He knows his stuff, he is passionate about the Ria Formosa, he truly loves the park and every living thing in it. All 4 of us learned so much on what was effectively an extended private tour, from the phases of the tides, to the last meal of the octopuses (octopi), to the taste of the salicornia. And we learned in comfort with all of our needs tended to, from water to binoculars. Yes, it would have been glorious to see the seahorses that James so diligently sought for us, but wind conditions prohibited - all the more reason to return, and get James as guide again.
Written February 17, 2023
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Thomas
Atherton, UK1 contribution
May 2022 • Couples
We went for the mid morning trip as that was when the tidal conditions let us see a bit more of the surroundings. Our guide Jaime was excellent company throughout, informative and entertaining in equal measure.
We stopped twice, once on the sandbanks opposite Fuseta beach for some Insta moments, and then a longer stop for lunch next to Culatra harbour followed by a quick walking guided tour (by Jaime) of the island. Both stops are highly recommended.
Our actual trip overran by 40 minutes, but that was no problem as we were having such a good time. Hopefully Jaime was too!
We stopped twice, once on the sandbanks opposite Fuseta beach for some Insta moments, and then a longer stop for lunch next to Culatra harbour followed by a quick walking guided tour (by Jaime) of the island. Both stops are highly recommended.
Our actual trip overran by 40 minutes, but that was no problem as we were having such a good time. Hopefully Jaime was too!
Written May 27, 2022
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Bestirishrugbyfan
County Antrim10 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Jaime was the skipper & very knowledgeable guide on this 4 hour boat trip from Olhao around the Ria Formosa. We saw some wonderful wild life, fantastic scenery & learned so much about the flora & fauna of this amazing ecosystem. This experience made me want to do another trip with Jaime before we leave for home. Thank you very much Jaime
Written May 4, 2023
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flosergio
Caslano, Switzerland52 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
On my husband’s birthday we had the chance to do this spectacular excursion with Natura excursions…
We booked for a private tour and we had a special service and a great time.
Jamie has been very nice and competent explaining us some special info about the Ria Formosa. He accepted to make a stop un Culatra to eat some fresh oysters and a delicious “bolito”
We thanks Jamie a lot for this great time and we suggest him to go on working with love and passion.
We booked for a private tour and we had a special service and a great time.
Jamie has been very nice and competent explaining us some special info about the Ria Formosa. He accepted to make a stop un Culatra to eat some fresh oysters and a delicious “bolito”
We thanks Jamie a lot for this great time and we suggest him to go on working with love and passion.
Written February 5, 2023
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Luc S
Kalmthout, Belgium551 contributions
Mar 2023
Today a beautiful boat trip of almost 4 hours on the Rio Formosa with departure and arrival in Olhao. The captain is very knowledgeable, funny and animating. Without being pedantic, he knows how to make guests aware of the environment and nature in a pleasant way. On the way we stopped to eat at Culatra. Thank you skipper for the beautiful day.
Written March 23, 2023
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SAGraham
Johannesburg, South Africa71 contributions
Hi how rough is the sea that you sail in.
amparo1982
Madrid, Spain30 contributions
hasta que dia de octubre haceis los viajes para ver los delfines gracias
Ahora hay ballenas?
Mariana M
Faro District, Portugal
Estimado Carlos
Gracias por su contacto. Nuestros paseos de observación de delfines se realizan entre março y octubre.
Saludos cordiales,
Mariana
Bonjour,
Est-ce cette sortie en mer qu'il faut faire pour voir des dauphins ?
Nous avons vu un reportage sur le Portugal semaine dernier qui parlait d'une sortie en mer qui permettait de voir les dauphins.
Merci,
Salutations.
Mariana M
Faro District, Portugal
Cher Philippe,
Nous avons des sorties en mer pour voir des dauphins. Si vous voulez réserver s'il vous plaît de nos contacter par email.
Cordialement,
Mariana
SANDRAG35
Barcelona, Spain51 contributions
Querría saber precio y que actividades ofrecen de cara a ver naturaleza marina. Estamos hasta el miércoles que viene. gracias¡
Mariana M
Faro District, Portugal
Estimada Sandra,
Muchas gracias por su contacto y su interés en nuestros paseos.
Le enviamos más información sobre el paseo de observación de vida marina:
Duración
2h 00min
Precios
Adulto: 45, 00 €
Niños (hasta 10 años): 35, 00 €
Mínimo: 4 adultos
Partidas
08h 00min (Marina de Faro)
08h 30min (Marina de Olhão)
Nota: disponible desde marzo a octubre
Si quiere reservar contacte con nosotros via correo electrónico.
Aguardamos su estimado contacto
Saludos cordiales
Mariana
SANDRAG35
Barcelona, Spain51 contributions
Buenos días, querría saber el precio de contratación para 2adultos y 2 niños (6y9años) para hacer unas visitas a la vida marina, delfines, tortugas y en qué consiste la excursión, estamos ya en el algarve, y pensamos que seria buena idea hacerlo ahora, estamos hasta el miércoles. Agradezco mucho la información ¡¡,
Mariana M
Faro District, Portugal
Estimada Sandra,
Muchas gracias por su contacto y su interés en nuestros paseos.
Le enviamos más información sobre el paseo de observación de vida marina:
Duración
2h 00min
Precios
Adulto: 45, 00 €
Niños (hasta 10 años): 35, 00 €
Mínimo: 4 adultos
Partidas
08h 00min (Marina de Faro)
08h 30min (Marina de Olhão)
Nota: disponible desde marzo a octubre
Si quiere reservar contacte con nosotros via correo electrónico.
Aguardamos su estimado contacto
Saludos cordiales
Mariana
guy019
trois-rivières23 contributions
Bonjour bonjour nous sommes quatre personnes qui souhaitons faire une croisière le 24 ou 25 juin prochain. Nous aimerions connaître le type de croisière et vos prix. Merci.
Mariana M
Faro District, Portugal
Cher Visiteur
Merci bien de vos contact.
On organise des balades en bateau dans la Ria Formosa avec des départs de la marina de Olhão.
En ce moment nous avons disponibilité pour faire une balade de 3.5 heures le 24 ou 25 juin et les départs sont les suivantes: 11h30 et 15h00. Le prix est de 30 € / adulte.
Pour plus de information vous pouvez entrez dans nos site ou nous appeler directement.
Dans l'attente de vos contacte,
Cordialement
Mariana
susan536
Reading, UK1 contribution
hi how much for 14 nights say in this lovely hotel
Mariana M
Faro District, Portugal
Dear Susan
Good afternoon
Many thanks for your contact.
Natura Algarve organizes boat tours in Ria Formosa.
We do not own a hotel or provide accommodation.
Feel free to post a question in case you need any information about our tours.
Wish a nice stay in the Algarve
Best regards,
Mariana