Sailing in Portimão - half day

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Are you ready for a half day sailing in Portimão?

Looking for the best things to do in Portimão? If you’re on holidays in Portimão, one of the best ways to enjoy the region is by boat. Portimão has strong historical ties with boating and you can feel that yourself while on one of our beautiful sailing sailing ships on the Atlantic. Let’s go sailing in Portimão!

Get aboard on one of our luxurious yachts and enjoy Portimão from a different perspective. This excursion with sailing in Portimão takes about four hours. The departure of this sailing tour in is at our Dolphin Watching Center in Ferragudo. On the opposite bench of the Arade river than the Marina of Portimão.

Leaving behind the Arade estuary, where the Arade River meets the Atlantic, we will sail along the south coast. Depending on the ocean and weather conditions, we will set sail east or west along the coast. On west we’ll go sailing along Praia da Rocha and Praia dos Três Irmãos, reaching Alvor. The Lagoon of Alvor, also known as Ria de Alvor is beautiful! To the East, we’ll come by the fishermen’s town of Carvoeiro. We’ll be heading towards the famous caves of Benagil. Either West or East, you’ll always have stunning landscapes, beaches and sheltered bays.

We’ll take a break in a sheltered bay. Here you will have the opportunity to relax. If you wish, feel free to refresh yourself with a nice swim. For those that would like to explore the underwater world, snorkelling equipment will be provided.

The vessel that will take you sailing from Portimão is called “Oceanus”. “Oceanus” is a 44 ft fast sailing catamaran. We promise that moments of adrenaline and joy are part of this sailing experience! And of course, we won't let you get hungry or thirsty; we’ll serve some snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

The skipper of “Oceanus” is an experienced Marine Biologist and sailor. In fact, he already did two Atlantic crossings and has several years experience as a sailing and dolphin watching guide. He will be happy to share all the details of the local marine wildlife and all the secrets of sailing on a catamaran.

Sailing in Portimão is an experience to be remembered and repeated!

Highlights:

4-hour excursion to go sailing in Portimão and enjoy the Algarve from a different perspective;
“Oceanus” is a 44ft catamaran, very comfortable and suitable for all ages;
During our break, relax on the deck, take a dive or go snorkeling (equipment is provided);
As sailing makes you hungry, we’ll prepare a snack and provide some drinks on board;
The skipper is a very experience sailor and marine biologist. He’s the ideal person to tell you everything you’d like to know about sailing and marine life in the Algarve;
Access exclusive areas far from the busy touristic areas.

Don’t forget:

Bring sunscreen, swimming gear and a towel;
Something warm may be nice as it may get chilly by the end of the day;
Safety briefing and life-jackets included;
Includes snacks and non-alcoholic drinks;
Check-in should be done at the location provided on your ticket 20 minutes before departure;
Detailed operator information, including local phone numbers and addresses, are included on your confirmation email.