Porto: Open Water Swimming Tour with Wetsuit

Aldoar, Porto



Swim from the coast of Porto to Matosinhos on a unique open-water tour. Be challenged by the ocean's waves and have your experience captured with photos and videos taken by your guide.

Open Water Swimming Tour from Porto to Matosinhos

This guided open water swimming tour runs between Porto and Matosinhos, suitable for confident swimmers seeking ocean adventure.

Highlights

  • Improve your swimming skills in an ocean environment
  • Experience a unique activity not commonly offered
  • Swim in the Atlantic Ocean with both calm and rough waters

Description

Enjoy a blend of relaxation and challenge on this open water swim along Porto’s coastline. The tour direction depends on currents, wind, and swimmer ability. Your experienced guide will choose the best start point—either Praia dos Ingleses or Matosinhos Beach—on the day of the activity.

After a safety briefing and warm-up, you will swim for up to one hour, admiring Porto’s coastline, terraces, and natural landmarks such as Castelo do Queijo from the sea. Your guide will capture photos and videos to document your swim.

At the end of the tour, you can relax at a nearby terrace with a fruit juice and snack.

Includes

  • Personal accident insurance
  • Experienced local swim guide
  • Swim buoy (notify us if you don’t bring one)
  • Photos and videos of your swim
  • Swim cap

Excludes

  • Wetsuit rental
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Important Information

  • Swim routes vary daily based on weather and sea conditions, covering 1 to 3 kilometers
  • Wetsuit rental available with at least 10 days’ notice; 48-hour notice possible depending on size
  • Be aware of marine life such as sea urchins and seaweed during the swim

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For best conditions, bring your swimsuit, towel, and sun protection. Check weather updates and confirm meeting point when booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a guided swim along the Atlantic coastline between Porto and Matosinhos, designed for confident swimmers to experience ocean swimming.
The tour runs between beaches in Porto and Matosinhos, with starting points selected based on weather and swimmer ability.
The tour is suitable for confident swimmers comfortable with ocean conditions and able to swim in open water.
Wetsuits are provided as part of the tour to ensure safety and comfort in the Atlantic waters near Porto.
The route length varies depending on conditions, but it typically covers a moderate distance suitable for experienced swimmers.
Yes, the tour includes safety measures such as wetsuits and guidance by experienced swim instructors.
The tour operates year-round, but conditions are best during warmer months; check the website for current scheduling.
The tour requires participants to be confident open water swimmers, so it is not recommended for beginners.
The starting location depends on ocean currents, wind conditions, and the group's swimming ability to ensure safety.
Swimmers will encounter both calm and occasionally rough Atlantic Ocean waters along the Porto coastline.

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