The Sun's Edge is a 3 hour relaxing boat trip with the chance for birdwatching and living the peace and tranquility of the natural park. Reaching the Sun's Edge you may disembarque and experience the unspoiled westernmost point of Deserta Island, On the way back there is time for a short stop at Faro Island. 

Please note that the Ria Formosa navigational channels are subject to the tides, meaning that Deserta Island can be accessed via different routes depending on the time of day. At high tide, we head to the western end of the island - The Sun's Edge, its 'wildest' part. At low tide, we cruise from Faro to the eastern end of the island, where the Faro-Olhão inlet is located — the privileged access point to the Ria Formosa from the sea. The prestigious "Estaminé restaurant" is also located here, at the "Shell Beach" - Praia das Conchas.

Meeting the crew and boarding The Algarvian Queen starts 10 minutes before, here. 

• UV protection shade
• binoculars
• Wi-fi and music
• fresh water on-board
• wheelchair friendly

All our services are characterized by the possibility of receiving passengers with reduced mobility (PRM’s). For our own organization, all PRM’s should be announced when booking.

Handy-Move Body Support (HMBS) system enables transferring PRM’s from the boat into the water for swimming, and back from the water on the boat, it is available on demand on our Private Charter options (the use of HMBS system is subject to specific operational conditions, please inquire before reserving). 

Terms and Conditions

If you need transportation from and back to your lodging location, we've got you covered. Take advantage of our private transfers, enquire and get the best deal! 

 To benefit in private of our tours and experiences, check the private charter.