Douro River · Porto

Sail the Douro
like a local

Rent a sailboat or hop on one of our crewed boats and discover Porto from the water: centuries-old bridges, wine cellars, and unforgettable sunsets.

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We take travelers along the Douro sharing what we love most: the sea, sailing, and Portuguese culture. Every trip is different — it depends on the wind, the light, and who comes aboard.

— Captain Sergio Mateo, founder

About us

A small crew, a great passion for the Douro

Sailing Porto was born from the desire to show Porto from a different angle: from the water. We operate from Ponte Dom Luís I to Matosinhos and, for those looking for something longer, we organize multi-day trips following the ancient Camino de Santiago by sea.

Our captains speak several languages and combine nautical training with local anecdotes — from the history of the bridges to recommendations on where to eat the best fish on your return.

Sailboats & experiences

Choose your way to sail

6 distinct experiences, each with its own boat, route and duration. All departures include a professional skipper and life jacket.

Sailboat on the Douro River passing under the Dom Luís I Bridge in Porto
Camino Prologue

Porto Maritime Camino Prologue by Sail

Circular route on the Douro from Afurada, passing through Porto, Gaia and Ponte Dom Luís I to Foz do Douro. MONARK SOPHIA I · max. 4 people · duration approx. 2 h. Departures every 3 h: 9:00h, 12:00h, 15:00h and 18:00h.

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Sailboat leaving the mouth of the Douro towards Matosinhos and Leixões
Camino — Stage 1

Maritime Camino by Sail: Porto (Gaia) to Matosinhos

From the Douro to the Atlantic, reaching Matosinhos and Leixões. MONARK SOPHIA I · max. 4 people · duration approx. 2 h 30 min · one-way A→B trip. Departures every 3 h: 9:00h, 12:00h, 15:00h and 18:00h.

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Sailboat on the open Atlantic between Matosinhos and Póvoa de Varzim
Atlantic Stage

Portuguese Coastal Camino by Sail: Matosinhos to Póvoa

A real open-sea stage of the Portuguese Coastal Way. MONARK SARAH · max. 3 people · duration approx. 4 h · one-way A→B trip. Departs at 9:00h (return leg at 16:00h).

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Guest at the helm of the MONARK SOPHIA I sailboat off Marina de Leça
Sailing Tour

Porto: Atlantic Sailing Experience and Douro River Cruise

Private sailing experience from Marina de Leça, with the chance to take the helm. MONARK SOPHIA I · max. 4 people · duration approx. 4 h. Departures at 9:00h and 16:00h.

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Glass of Vinho Verde on board a sailboat on the Douro River in Porto
Cultural & Wine

Porto Cultural Sailing Experience with Vinho Verde

A cultural sail departing from Porto, with a glass of Vinho Verde on board while the skipper tells you the story of the city from the water. MONARK SOPHIA I · max. 4 people · duration approx. 2 h.

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Family sailing on the Douro River aboard the MONARK SOPHIA I
Family Sailing

Family Sailing Tour

A family-friendly cruise on the Douro from Afurada, passing Porto, Gaia and Ponte Dom Luís I to Foz do Douro. MONARK SOPHIA I · perfect for families · whole boat only · up to 4 people · duration approx. 2 h. Departures every 3 h: 9:00h, 12:00h, 15:00h and 18:00h.

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Discover Douro

Whether you're not a sailor, or looking to become one of us, you've come to the right place.

The Sailing Porto Experience take your visit to Douro River to the next level!

Enjoy a boat trip on the douro river and take advantage of portuguese cuisine.

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Porto Maritime Camino Prologue by Sail

A symbolic prologue to the Camino on the Douro. Afurada → Ribeira → Foz → Afurada.

MONARK SOPHIA I 👥 Max. 4 people Circular · River
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Maritime Camino by Sail: Porto (Gaia) to Matosinhos

1st maritime stage of the Camino. Afurada → Foz do Douro → Atlantic → Marina de Leça.

MONARK SOPHIA I 👥 Max. 4 people One-way A→B
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Portuguese Coastal Camino by Sail: Matosinhos to Póvoa

Atlantic stage of the Portuguese Coastal Way. Matosinhos → Vila do Conde / Póvoa.

MONARK SARAH 👥 Max. 3 people One-way A→B · Coast
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Porto: Atlantic Sailing Experience and Douro River Cruise

A premium sailing experience. Marina de Leça → Atlantic → Foz do Douro → return.

MONARK SOPHIA I 👥 Max. 4 people Circular · Atlantic
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Porto Cultural Sailing Experience with Vinho Verde

A cultural sail departing from Porto, with a glass of Vinho Verde on board while the skipper tells you the story of the city from the water.

MONARK SOPHIA I 👥 Max. 4 people 🍷 Vinho Verde included Cultural · River
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Family Sailing Tour

A family-friendly cruise on the Douro from Afurada, passing Porto, Gaia and Ponte Dom Luís I to Foz do Douro.

MONARK SOPHIA I 👥 Whole boat · up to 4 people 🕰 Family · River

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Contact

Let's talk about your trip

Phone

Portugal: +351 91 570 44 42
Spain: +34 622 41 29 23

Email

info@sailingporto.com

Address

VRS – Local Accommodation, Lda
Rua Senhora da Luz, 221, 1 dto
4150-697 Porto. Portugal