A wetland of international importance, Ria Formosa is a maze of canals, islands, marshes and sandbanks that stretches along 60 km of the Algarve coast, between Garrão and Manta Rota beaches. This diversity of ecosystems attracts a varied fauna. In addition to fishing, salt extraction and shellfish harvesting are the traditional activities of Ria populations. The Park organizes trips on a traditional boat formerly used for tuna fishing. Take the opportunity to visit Cacela Velha, a white village with a remarkable historical heritage. Climb into the fortress and admire the breathtaking landscape where the blues of the ria, the sea and the sky blend.