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From our general blogs to specialized Ria Formosa travel guides, we want you to be as informed as possible before your trip! Check this page out regularly for the latest news! Or, if you’re ready to book your Faro activities, we have a range of eco experiences for you.

Explore and enjoy birdlife and nature on this eco-tour of Ria Formosa and make your visit around Faro a sustainable tourism choice.

Birdwatching & Walking Guide

Kayaking In The Algarve

Guests engaging in a guided sunset tour from Faro, admiring the changing colors of the sky over Ria Formosa.

Boating & Eco Boat Tours

Ria Formosa viewed from above. A series of verdant lank networks in a blue ocean studded with boats.

Ria Formosa Travel Guide

A Traveller’s Guide to the Algarve

A New Look For Lands, Same Brilliant Eco-Boat Tours

Lands is excited to introduce its fresh and revitalized visual identity. This change is motivated by the desire to improve communication with you, our audience. With over two...
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Taking a Boat Trip in the Algarve

The Algarve… where locals are as warm and welcoming as the weather! Famous for its golden beaches and azure waters, the Algarve is a magnificent destination to explore...
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5 Reasons to Take a Day Trip to Ria Formosa Nature Park

If you’ve been thinking of taking a holiday to the Algarve, this is your sign to go for it! As one of Portugal’s Seven Natural Wonders, this southernmost...
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White Stork in the Ria Formosa marshlands (Faro, Portugal)

Your Guide to Ria Formosa’s Flora

Discover the heroes of the environment with your guide to Ria Formosa’s flora, created by passionate guides at Lands. Learn about the Algarve's endemic beauty!
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Eco-conscious tour boat navigating through the winding water channels of Ria Formosa, surrounded by lush greenery.

A Closer Look at Lands’ Private Solar-Powered Ria Formosa Boat Trips

Looking to enjoy the natural wonders of the Algarve in an eco-friendly way? Join Lands to discover how to explore the area by solar-powered boat.
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Red-Crested Pochard in Faro (Algarve) - a bird usually seen on our birdwatching tour of Ria Formosa.

Top 10 Reasons to Go Birdwatching in The Algarve

Here is a list of the 10 top reasons why the Algarve is such a popular destination for a birdwatching holiday.
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10 Great European Kayaking Destinations

Europe is a continent of stunning natural beauty, and its waterways and coastal regions are no exception! From the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean to the wild rivers...
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The Best Things to See and Do in Ria Formosa

Spanning 60 km of the Algarve coast on the southernmost point of Portugal, sun-seekers and sightseers visit the Ria Formosa every year to enjoy a range of activities...
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The Best Places to Find Flamingos in the Algarve

The Algarve is a stunning region in the south of Portugal, known for its beautiful beaches, warm weather, and impressive nature reserves. One of the most remarkable sights...
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How Big is Ria Formosa Natural Park?

If you’re planning a trip to the Algarve and would like to explore one of Portugal’s natural wonders, look no further than Ria Formosa Natural Park. Located in...
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A Guide to Eco Tours in Ria Formosa, Portugal

If you’re planning a trip to Portugal’s beautiful Algarve region but are conscious of keeping your eco-footprint minimal, look no further! At Lands – Turismo na Natureza, responsibly...
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