Boat Tours

Ria Formosa boat tours in Tavira

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Daily departures from Tavira, Cabanas de Tavira and Santa Luzia, in East Algarve.
Transportation to & from our tours can be provided on request.


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The Big Lagoon Tour is our most complete tour of Ria Formosa Natural Park. An experience where one can relax and appreciate the phenomenal natural beauty of the Natural Protected area of Formosa Lagoon (Ria Formosa) throughout Tavira, Santa Luzia and Cabanas. Opportunity to observe nurseries of oysters, clams and mussels, salt pans, get to know the nationally unique ancient fishermen community Arraial Ferreira Neto, as well as the numerous species of birds as flamingos, Redshanks, and ducks amongst many other beauties.

In the Dolphins Tour, we will take you on a trip out to the ocean coastline increasing the probability of watching the beautiful dolphins (and sometimes even turtles, fishmoon and flying fish) as Tavira is a reference shelter for Ria Formosa Bottlenosed dolphins that stay all year round.






The picturesque village of Santa Luzia is known to be the Algarve Capital of Octopus. In this route, you start the boat tour enjoying the delightful breeze and views throughout Ria Formosa Natural Park. When reaching Santa Luzia one will see the impressive landscape of unique algarvian whitewashed and blue houses and colourful local boats while our staff can share the Octopus catching impressive process.



Tavira has always been a reference for its amazing beaches coastal line and a true international reference in Tuna fishing since the beginning of times. In this tour, you will get to see some of the most amazing beach spots having the opportunity of experiencing seeing an operational Tuna frame.

Cabanas de Tavira is a village and yet an important reference in the regional tourism. This route will take you throughout Ria Formosa and amaze you with the coastline of Cabanas de Tavira which brings an interesting combination of a typical and yet contemporaneous landscape of an algarvian village.

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Did you ever admire what is under water in Tavira? A whole new world. Snorkelling is a fantastic and fun way of exploring the crustaceans, fish and its different shades resulting from the light angles and the crystalline waters of Tavira. Ocean4You knows just the right places to do so! Book now.

Reef fishing is one of the most fun experiences you can have with family or friends (or even on your own). Opportunity to fish several species as Golden, Black Seabream, Snapper, Porgy, amongst others with our knowledgeful skippers. Join us for a fantastic reef fishing day!


Big-game fishing, also known as offshore game fishing, is an exciting way of fishing as it takes place in fast motion. The goal is to get larger fish such as Tuna and Marlin. Don’t miss the fun!




Looking for true adventure? Join us for an unforgettable day tuna and shark fishing in Tavira. Yes, you can fish for tuna and sharks in the Algarve! Tuna and shark fishing in Tavira can be challenging. It’s not the easiest fishing style but our experienced crew make sure you have a great time with an awesome catch and even suitable for a novice skill level. With us, you are at the right place.