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Sailing lessons with a racing boat on Porto's Douro River

Discover the art of sailing whilst soaking up the beauty of Porto.

In a span of approximately two hours, you'll delve into the world of sailing aboard a swift, contemporary racing boat. Your adventure commences as soon as you meet your skipper at the pier. Here, you'll be introduced to the boat before embarking on your aquatic journey.

As you navigate along the scenic Douro River and towards the Atlantic, your skipper will walk you through the basics of managing a racing vessel. You'll have the opportunity to try out various roles on board while mastering essential techniques for sailing in diverse wind directions - heading against the wind, cruising with the wind at your side, and smoothly sailing downwind.

Whilst practising these manoeuvres, you'll also savour the incredible vistas of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, making the learning process both thrilling and unforgettable. Regardless of whether you're an experienced sailor or a complete novice, this is an ideal chance to uncover a new passion amidst one of Portugal's most spectacular landscapes.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Porto
Duration: 2 hours
Language:English, Spanish, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Smaller group size
E-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

  • The tour introduces you to sailing on a contemporary racing boat in Porto
  • You'll learn essential sailing techniques while navigating the scenic Douro River
  • There will be opportunities to try out various roles on board the vessel
  • It's an exciting learning experience against the backdrop of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia
  • This is ideal for both experienced sailors and novices looking to uncover a new passion

Important to know

Know in advance:

  • The minimum number of person per booking is 2
  • Suitable for all skill levels
  • Activity is weather-dependent; may be rescheduled or canceled in case of bad weather or adverse tide circumstances
  • Participants should be able to swim
  • Minimum age is 14 years old

Remember to bring:

  • Get ready to dive into the Douro River, so bring clothes to stay comfortable at the end with the possibility of enjoying our changing rooms

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Use of equipment
  • All necessary equipment
  • Protective equipment
  • Safety briefing
  • Certified instructor

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Marina do freixo, Porto, Portugal

Meeting point:

Meet your skipper at the pier and get introduced to the boat.

Provider

Sport Club do Porto


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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145