Full-day Algarve 4x4 sightseeing tour with boat ride
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Full-day Algarve 4x4 sightseeing tour with boat ride

4.1/5

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89 reviews
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$113.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French
Printed ticket only
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • The eco-friendly salt marshes of Ria Formosa are on the agenda, where you'll learn about microalgae production
  • In the maritime town of Olhão, you'll soak up the vibrant culture and explore its bustling market
  • A peaceful boat ride through Ria Formosa awaits, with a stop at one of its untouched natural islands
  • You'll trundle across the Algarve's countryside in the back of an open-top 4x4, taking in the views
  • Your guide for the day is an expert in the Algarve's landscapes, ready to share fascinating insights
What to expect

Jump into the heart of Ria Formosa on a thrilling full-day tour from Albufeira, cruising through picturesque villages and vibrant landscapes in an open-top 4x4. Experience the bustling life of Olhão and enjoy a relaxing boat ride through Ria Formosa, with a stop at an island along the way. Santiago, one of our local expert guides, is a really big fan of how this tour shows off this part of Portugal in an adventurous way. The 4x4 you'll use immerses you more into the locations you'll visit a lot better than a bus or minivan would. Plus, since it's open-top, you don't have to worry about window glare when you're taking pictures while you're on the move.

Hop aboard your open-top 4x4, and you'll venture off the beaten path to uncover the hidden beauties of Ria Formosa's diverse ecosystems. Learn about the sustainable practices that help preserve the area's unique environment, including salt extraction and microalgae cultivation – vital for maintaining biodiversity and supporting the local economy.

You'll also visit the town of Olhão, a lively centre of fishing and maritime traditions. Here, stroll through bustling markets filled with fresh seafood, mingle with the locals or grab some unique souvenirs. After some free time, you'll board a boat to glide over the serene waters of Ria Formosa. There's a stop at another of the natural islands, too, where you can relax and swim in the calm waters.

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What's included
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  • check Swim stops
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What to remember
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.1 /5

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    Chrissie

    Verified booking

    4.6

    September 22, 2025

    Traveled as a couple


    Great guide. Very interesting and knowledgeable. He was very friendly and went out his was to know about us also. Didn't like the journey back to the hotel. Too windy and cold in the back. Did ask us if we wanted the windows rolled back but we were almost back at thd hotel when asked

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    Adam

    Verified booking

    4.2

    August 26, 2025

    Traveled with family


    The aim of this kind of journey may be differ to everyone, but we would like to spent more time on the beach against local restaurant, so I think the 1,5 hour lunch time is too long. It was said in advance that there is no lunch in the program, we brought sandwiches, and waited 1,5 hour unneceserely to others to have lunch.

  • M

    Mike C

    Verified booking

    2.6

    May 31, 2025

    Traveled with family


    No problem with guide/driver. But our rep really pushed this tour yet was totally unsuitable for us particularly given the inaccurate and unsafe info about shade before and during the trip. I’ve not had a more uncomfortable journey since backpacking in Laos & Cambodia in 2000. Just 45 mins to see Ohlao including 5 mins to and from the drop-off/pickup point. Told we’d have 40 mins on beach with no shade - as we arrived were told 1hr 20mins. Diesel fumes and dust in open jeep for hour on return.

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    Neil Smith

    Verified booking

    3.4

    April 1, 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends


    There was about 4 hours where you were left by the guide.Wrong time of year for a lot of the wildlife. Not long enough on fishing village.It was supposedly 45 mins there and 45 mins back to see the Atlantic Ocean.We only got 55 mins total,then 2 hours round the markets. Longer on the island would have been better.Vehicle had a problem so we had to wait 45 mins for replacement.Wrong time of year for salt production and tide to high to see oysters. Off road was ok but no wildlife.Mis-sold

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    Liloo

    Verified booking

    4.6

    October 6, 2025

    Traveled with family


    La balade en 4*4 était bien Ce que j ai le plus aimé le restaurant et le bateau et l' île où nous sommes restés une ********** heure et demi Le guide Extra Très gentil et attentionné

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    Veromilka

    Verified booking

    4.2

    September 29, 2025

    Solo traveler


    J’aurais aimé faire le tour d’une orangerie et pouvoir manger une glace au retour de la plage de ria formosa. Mon guide était formidable et très intéressant. Merci à lui pour cette magnifique journée

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