Explore Porto's stunning surroundings on a SUP Board.
Highlights
Enjoy the beauty and quietness of the Douro
Learn to paddle and to relax!
Description
One hour away from the city of Porto, the charming wine-growing area of the Douro rises. The River Douro runs from its source in Spain through the north of Portugal towards Porto. Leaving hundreds of kilometres behind, passing small villages and sunny wine slopes, the river eventually flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Our Douro Stand Up Paddling (SUP) Tour takes you to the heart of this lovely region and offers you a closer connection to the river. Enjoy its beauty and fascinating surroundings cruising along with your SUP board under your feet.Starting point of the tour is around 9am or 3pm in the center of Porto, close to the estuary of the river Douro. From here, a van will take you to a picturesque village with beautiful vineyards reaching down to the riverbank, where a tributary joins the Douro.
Even before the SUP Tour has actually taken place, you are already enjoying the lovely nature of Porto: hilly landscapes with sleepy village, Mediterranean gardens and green vineyards all the way along the river side.
After approx. one hour´s drive, you have reached our destination. The paddle boards will be let to the water at a quiet spot of the river. Here the calm flow conditions are ideal to get used to the boards and practice the first paddle steps. The experienced guide will explain you the basic technique and help you find your balance on the board. As soon as you are feeling comfortable, you will start paddling down the river towards a smaller tributary, which leads through a scenery of fresh green nature and rock formations.
Smaller bays and coves with waterfalls as well as diverting currents will give you the opportunity to both relax and enjoy the nature and spend some joyful moments. Have fun, jump from the rocks into the water or paddle through streams – whatever you like, there is something for everyone on this tour. The SUP tour ends on the Ilha dos Amores – the island of lovers – a small river island where you will rest, have a small snack and enjoy the unforgettable view of the Douro before heading back to Porto.
Included:
> transfer to the SUP location
> board and paddle
> life vest and lycra
> instructions and guiding
> max. 8 people per tour
> insurance
Don’t forget to take with you:
• swimwear and towel
• clothes to change
• sunscreen
• water
Starting time: 9 am or 3 pm
Duration: approx. 5 hours
Price: €60