Porto: Private Sailing Experience in Douro River
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Let the wind take you on a discovery aboard a BBDouro 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 Vila 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 tiles, to 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. Louis I Bridge, the Rabelo boats, and the Serra do Pilar. Heading back to the marina and towards the Atlantic Ocean, we’ll pass by Foz do Douro area and the Natural Reserve
Options
Private Sailing Lesson
What‘s Included
Inflatable Lifejacket
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely loved it - highly recommend
Svetlana V,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was absolutely amazing! First time for my husband and me, and we were both completely thrilled - it put us in a great mood for the whole day. The boat is incredibly beautiful, and looking up at the sails is a truly mesmerizing experience. A huge thank you to our captain and guide, Matilde. She is a very pleasant person, and we clicked instantly. The communication was great: Matilde was wonderful at keeping up the conversation - never too much, never too little, just very warm and engaging. We had so much fun with her! We got to steer the boat, and Matilde actually taught us how to do it. She kept asking what we wanted to try next - whether we wanted to go fast or practice making turns. The whole experience brought so many emotions. Highly recommend!
Our guide was extremely...
Jonathan H,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about sailing and readily adapted to our different skill levels. He let us mix and match site seeing with a sailing lesson. We were first timers just looking for a nice time on the water but walked away with a better understanding of mechanics of sailing. We highly recommend.
Great sailing experience
AshleyW A,Apr 23, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Instructor Alex made the excursion fun and exciting for us as he rotated us 3 students through the basic positions (front sail, main sail, and rudder). Alex taught us a base line understanding of how to sail with humor and calm- I would do this class again if I had the time here. Sailing with a view of Porto and Gaia was a lifetime experience.
Incredible time!
jeisaoa500X,Apr 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took a couple private sailing lessons and I had an incredible time. I could not have asked for a better experience as a novice sailor. The boat was easy to manage and very exciting. Special thanks goes to Gonçalo, who is very professional, has a great knowledge of sailing and enjoys teaching as well. I highly recommend them and I will certainly return to BBDouro next time!
Amazing
501nimam,Oct 19, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great instructor and very patient! Learned alot of the fundamentals of the boat along with navigation.
A must-do! Lifetime experience
Jackiezlovea,Apr 20, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent!! I was super happy and excited the whole time and learned a lot. The instructor is very respectful and a total expert. Coming back to enroll in the sailing academy soon!
Great sailing experience
878robf,Apr 15, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a private sailing lesson with Diogo and we were not disappointed. What a fantastic instructor and sailor he is. Experience and knowledge is what he brings to the table and puts both to full use. We will be talking about this 2.5 hours for a long time. Made us even think we’re going to get a boat and sail off the US east coast. Thank you
Amazing experience
Dsmcouto,Jan 9, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! We had the chance to sail in the middle of the old city center and also on the natural reserve area of the river and we finished by going out in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean which was incredible!! Highly recommended, great way to see the city.
Fantastic.
Zufas,Jan 9, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005 star tour with a very well structured Enterprise and very friendly. Experience to repeat.
Tour and learning
AndreSaCoutinho,Jan 8, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Funny boat, fast and very reactive. A true sports sailing experience with a spectacular day of sun and wind. The Skippers Diogo was also very attentive and friendly. Repeat!!
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