From surfing and paddling to sailing and river rafting, here are eight ways to get in or on the water around Porto in northern Portugal.

Set Sail

Board a sailboat for a three-hour journey that includes the Douro River and the Atlantic Ocean, with incredible views of Porto and Gaia.

Wake Up!

Feel the vastness of the Atlantic while you glide toward the beautiful coastline while wakeboarding or wakesurfing.

Ride Rapids

Test your strength and team spirit on a whitewater journey through the rapids and whirlpools of the Paiva River in Arouca Geopark.

Surf’s Up!

With breathtaking scenery, unique conditions and extremely surfable waves, Azurara is the place to grab a board and hang ten.

Peaceful Paddle

Become one with the Ave River during a standup paddleboard (SUP) adventure in Vila do Conde.

Under the Bridges

See Porto as you’ve never seen before aboard a traditional rabelo boat making its way down the Douro River beneath the city’s six legendary bridges.

Tube Time

Spike your adrenalin with a high-speed tube ride behind a speedboat along the Douro River in Porto.

Water World

Take the kids to Parque Aquático Amarante, a sprawling inland water park with slides, lazy river, wave pool, waterfalls and family-oriented foam parties.

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