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Faro Ecological Walking Tour Ria Formosa with Biologist

By AquaTerra Tours
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Free cancellation available
Price is S$52 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
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  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Discover Faro with a Marine Biologist!

Forget the conventional historical tours. This 2.5 hour eco expedition redefines the Algarve capital, turning the streets and coast into a living laboratory in constant visual contact with the magnificent Ria Formosa.

Led by a local marine biologist, you will explore the symbiotic relationship between urbanism and this dynamic ecosystem. Along the route, uncover how tide and salinity shaped the architecture, observe the traditional bivalve harvest in the Estero do Ladrão and understand the biology of one of Portugal’s largest urban white-tailed colonies that inhabit the roofs of Villa Adentro.

We will also do a botanical study to identify the halophyt flora that colonises the cracks of the ancient medieval walls. To conclude, we will climb to the Catedral de la Sé viewpoint (with entrance included) for a panoramic analysis of the future climate challenges of this “lungs” of the city.

Book now and watch the city get alive!

Activity location

  • Marina de Faro
    • Praca Dom Francisco Gomes 15
    • 8000-168, Faro, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • "FARO" Sign
    • 5 Praça Dom Francisco Gomes
    • 8000-168, Faro, Faro, Portugal

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Faro Ecological Walking Tour Ria Formosa with Biologist

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
S$51.70 x 1 AdultS$51.70
Total
Price is S$51.70

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    The entrance ticket to the Cathedral of the See and access to the viewpoint are already fully included in the tour price.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Marina de Faro

  • 15m
Departure point of the expedition. Travellers find the marine biologist next to the iconic city sign for an initial briefing. Here, the concept of "laboratory city" is introduced and the geographical contextualization of the Ria Formosa and its connection to the urban evolution of Faro is made.

Ria Formosa

  • 50m
Along the riverside areas, travellers will observe the tide dynamics and coastal geology. The biologist will explain the vital role of the barrier islands as a shield against the Atlantic and the importance of this estuary ecosystem for regional biodiversity.

Old Town Faro

  • 30m
A scientific immersion in the historic centre. Travellers will observe and learn about the biology of one of the largest urban colonies of white beetles in Portugal, analysing their nests on the roofs and realising how their behaviour synchronizes with the Ria cycles.

Muralhas de Faro

  • 25m
Field botanical study. Travellers will identify the halophyt flora that colonises the cracks of the ancient Roman and medieval walls, understanding the extraordinary biological mechanisms that allow these plants to survive and thrive in high salinity environments.

Turm Faro Cathedral

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Conclusion of the tour with the climb to the tower viewpoint. From this strategic panoramic perspective, travellers will take a closing look at the Ria Formosa as the city’s “pulse,” debating its industrial past and the future ecological challenges imposed by climate change.

Location

Activity location

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    Marina de Faro
    • Praca Dom Francisco Gomes 15
    • 8000-168, Faro, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    "FARO" Sign
    • 5 Praça Dom Francisco Gomes
    • 8000-168, Faro, Faro, Portugal

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