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Porto: Douro River Private Sailing Experience

5.0 (13 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Porto: Douro River Private Sailing Experience

About this activity

Have your first sailing experience in the Douro river, and enjoy the beautiful views over Porto and Gaia historic city centers.

We'll give you the opportunity of participating in the manouver and driving a sailboat, only using the wind to move our boat.

During that time we'll see the magnificent landscapes of river areas of Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto.

Depending on the sea conditions we´ll take you towards the sea to enjoy even more the pleasure of sailing.

Sailing On the Water Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate
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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–2
Guide
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by
BBDouro

Ages: Adults (5–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Inflatable Lifejacket

Itinerary

Let the wind take you on a discovery aboard a boat! This private sailing experience is the perfect choice for those who want to feel the unique sensation of using only the wind to move and experience the thrill of the boat gliding over the water. It will be 2.5 hours during which you'll have the opportunity to participate in maneuvers and steer a small sailboat, while enjoying the stunning landscapes of the riverside areas of Villa Nova de Gaia and Porto. After an explanation on how to maneuver the boat and safety instructions to consider, we will sail towards the city center to explore the highlights both cities have to offer. Although far from the city center, you will be able to recognize several places of interest in both cities: from the churches adorned with azulejos, the domes of the cathedrals, to the palm trees in the gardens of the Crystal Palace. In the riverside area, where the breeze and the gentle waves are, it is the perfect moment to photograph the D. Luís I Bridge, the Rabelo boats, and the Serra do Pilar. Heading back to the marina and towards the Atlantic Ocean, we'll pass by the Foz do Douro area and the Natural Reserve

  1. Stop 1

  2. Alfandega Porto Congress Centre

  3. Dom Luis I Bridge

  4. Douro River

  5. Praca Da Ribeira

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The meeting point will be near the gate "D" of access to the pier where the boat is located. You can also find us at our office in store 4 of the marina building.

End point

  • The meeting point will be near the gate "D" of access to the pier where the boat is located. You can also find us at our office in store 4 of the marina building.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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