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Ilha Deserta (Barreta Island)
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon in summer to avoid the midday heat and busiest boats; late spring and early autumn offer warm water and fewer tourists.
Budget tips
No entrance fee, only the ferry fare which typically runs about €8–15 return; buy a round-trip ticket and bring snacks and water to avoid seasonal restaurant prices.
Recommended for
Beach lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Nature lovers, Day-trippers from Faro
Plan your visit
3-4 hours
About
Fakta singkat: Accessible only by a short ferry or private boat, you can wander miles of empty sand and tidal lagoons with almost no buildings in sight. Birdwatchers and shell collectors share the area with migratory waders, while seals sometimes haul out on the sandbars, creating quiet wildlife encounters.
Sorotan: Low tides reveal a lacework of shallow pools that glow aquamarine, where tiny transparent crabs and anemones sit within arm's reach. A short walk along the dunes leads to a salt marsh scented with iodine, the sand squeaking underfoot as the sunset floods the sky with orange and pink.
Insider tips
- Bring high SPF sunscreen, a wide-brim hat and plenty of water, shade is minimal on the sand.
- Wear water shoes for walking on shelly sandbanks and to enter shallow water comfortably.
- Catch the first ferry for the quietest beaches, or come mid-afternoon for softer light and sunset photos.
- Check the return ferry schedule before you go and keep tickets safe, boats run on a limited timetable and can fill up.
Practical info
Klik untuk memesan tur jalan kaki GRATIS di Faro, Portugal
Cara terbaik untuk mengalami sebuah kota dengan pemandu lokal.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
Reviews
Reviews (2)
4.5Went at 1pm with kids, 20 minute ferry queue, island crowded. Paid €12 round trip; shallow water great for kids but no shade.
Took 9:30 ferry, cheap return ticket €8, beach almost empty by 10am, sandbars were stunning; bring water, food options not available.
