THE ALGARVE · WILDLIFE
The 5 best wildlife trips you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Faro’s Atlantic dolphin and wildlife boat trip with marine biologists. Cruise Ria Formosa, spot dolphins and more, 2.5 hours.
“UNBELIEVABLE trip with Pedro and Susannah , they worked so hard to get us a sighting and we eventually got to watch 30 dolphins, which was incredible. Guides were really knowledgeable and friendly. Must do if you’re in faro!”
Small-group RIB boat tour from Faro with marine biologists, looking for dolphins, whales, seabirds, and more in Algarve waters.
“I am not a big fan of small boats on the ocean. The jockey-style seating was hard to ride on for 4 hours and the sea was VERY rough coming back in on the day we chose. Probably not typical but I found it very painful for my neck & back.”
A 2-hour Sagres boat tour with dolphins and boat-only caves in Costa Vicentina Natural Park, led by a marine biologist.
“we saw dolphins. it was amazing. the caves were great also. very informative.”
3-hour dolphin and whale watching from Sagres with a marine biologist, life jackets, and a flexible route shaped by wildlife.
“Dauphins 🐬 baleines 🐳 et de nombreux oiseaux au RDV. Équipe agréable et à l écoute.”
2.5-hour Faro speedboat wildlife cruise through Ria Formosa and out to the Atlantic, with a marine guide and high dolphin odds.
“We had an awesome time, saw dolphins and even a shark!”
Pick a coastline, pick a kind of day, and see what it costs.
