Tour Stand up Paddle – Dessert Islands Douro – Pick up Point

Setting out on a stand-up paddle adventure through the Dessert Islands on the Douro River sounds like an exhilarating experience. At just $71.15 per person, this 2-hour tour offers a chance to explore the serene natural surroundings without prior experience. With instructors fluent in multiple languages, participants of all skill levels can enjoy the journey. However, ensuring your designated pick-up point is ready is crucial for a seamless start to this unforgettable exploration.

Key Points

• The stand-up paddleboarding tour explores the serene "Dessert Islands" on the Douro River, with a 15-minute car ride to the boarding location.
• The tour duration is 2 hours, including 90 minutes on the water and 30 minutes for transportation.
• Instructors fluent in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish provide guidance and share engaging stories to enhance the experience.
• The tour is suitable for individuals and groups, with no prior stand-up paddleboarding experience required.
• Participants are required to be picked up from a designated location, and the tour may be affected by weather conditions.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

The tour "Stand Up Paddle – Dessert Islands Douro" is priced from $71.15 per person.

It lasts 2 hours, including 90 minutes on the water and 30 minutes of transportation. Guests can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

The tour doesn’t require prior stand-up paddleboarding experience and offers health benefits. It’s suitable for groups exploring natural places.

Suitable for groups exploring natural places, the tour doesn’t require prior stand-up paddleboarding experience and offers health benefits.

The itinerary includes a 15-minute car ride to the Douro River and 1.5 hours of paddleboarding.

Afterwards, guests ride 15 minutes back to the starting point. Instructors speak English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Experience and Requirements

No previous stand-up paddleboarding experience is required for this tour. The activity offers health and fitness benefits, making it suitable for groups and individuals exploring the Douro River’s amazing natural places.

Participants don’t need any special skills – just a willingness to try something new and have fun. The instructor is on hand to provide guidance and share stories, ensuring everyone has an engaging and enjoyable experience.

Whether you’re looking to get active or simply soak in the scenic surroundings, this stand-up paddleboarding tour is an excellent choice.

Itinerary Details

This tour begins with a 15-minute car ride from the starting location at Alameda das Antas 4 to the Douro River, where you will spend 1.5 hours stand-up paddleboarding along the waterway.

The itinerary includes:

1. Boarding the paddleboards at the riverside location.

2. Exploring the serene "Dessert Islands" along the Douro River.

3. Admiring the stunning natural scenery during the paddleboarding activity.

After the 1.5-hour water tour, guests will take the 15-minute car ride back to the original starting point at Alameda das Antas 4.

Instructor and Language

Friendly and experienced instructors guide the stand-up paddleboarding tour in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish.

They’re engaging and have fascinating stories to share, enhancing the overall experience. The instructors are well-versed in stand-up paddleboarding and ensure participants feel comfortable and confident on the water.

Their expertise and enthusiasm make the tour an enjoyable and educational adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or a first-timer, the instructors tailor the experience to your needs, ensuring you have a safe and memorable time exploring the Dessert Islands on the Douro River.

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Inclusions and Restrictions

The tour includes the stand-up paddleboard, paddle, life jacket, insurance, and round-trip transportation from the pick-up point at Metro Estadio Dragão near the Dragão soccer stadium.

However, there are some restrictions:

• The activity isn’t suitable for children under 3 years old.

• Participants must meet at the designated pick-up location, as no other pick-up points are available.

• Certain weather conditions may lead to the cancellation or postponement of the tour, in which case a full refund will be provided.

Meeting Point and Accessibility

The meeting point for the Stand Up Paddle – Dessert Islands Douro tour is at Metro Estadio Dragão, near the Dragão soccer stadium.

This convenient location is easily accessible by public transportation. Guests can simply take the metro and get off at the Estadio Dragão station.

From there, it’s a short walk to the meeting point. The tour operator will then transport participants by car to the Douro River where the stand-up paddleboarding activity begins.

This meeting point setup ensures a smooth start to the adventure and allows guests to arrive stress-free and ready to enjoy the tour.

Cancellation Policy and Refunds

Guests can cancel their reservation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. This provides flexibility and peace of mind for travelers.

The cancellation policy includes:

1. Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to the tour.

2. Full refund issued upon cancellation within the 24-hour window.

3. No payments required upfront, allowing guests to reserve their spot and pay later.

This hassle-free cancellation policy ensures that guests can book with confidence, knowing they can adjust their plans if needed without incurring any penalties.

It’s a guest-centric approach that prioritizes flexibility and customer satisfaction.

Booking and Payment Options

Along With the flexible cancellation policy, booking and paying for the "Stand Up Paddle – Dessert Islands Douro" tour is a straightforward process. Customers can reserve their spot now and pay later, or pay upfront. The tour offers convenient booking options:

| Booking Option | Payment Option |

|—————-|—————-|

| Online | Credit Card |

| Mobile App | PayPal |

| Phone | Bank Transfer |

| In-Person | Cash |

With multiple booking and payment methods available, guests can select the option that best suits their needs. The provider’s goal is to make the booking experience seamless and hassle-free.

The Sum Up

The Stand-Up Paddle tour to the Dessert Islands on the Douro River provides an exhilarating adventure at an affordable price. With no prior experience needed and multilingual instructors, participants of all skill levels can enjoy this 2-hour experience. Don’t forget to confirm your pick-up point, and get ready for an unforgettable journey through stunning natural scenery.

You can check availability for your dates here: