On water

River, lake and the sea

On water

Rivers, lakes and the sea

Water - a rare commodity in the Alentejo!

A stay on the Alentejo coast is a good opportunity to devote yourself to this element and to try out a new sport.

In addition to the rocky coasts, there are also long, flat beaches, and the surf schools there are geared towards beginners.

Whether beginner or advanced - SUP and surf sessions are adapted to your needs and you are looked after individually.

Sailing trip on the Santa Clara lake

The Rio Mira has been dammed since 1969 in order to supply a huge area with irrigation canals.

Now a young couple from Lisbon have started a new life & business here with two sailing boats. A great idea!


Price


  • 35 € / adult (min. 2)
  • 30 € / adult (min. 4)
  • 15 € / child (5-14 years)


Capacity:
Minimum 2 adults
Maximum 6 / boat, i.e. 12 p.

Duration

2 1/2 hours

Meeting point

Santa Clara-a-Velha

All aboard a Rio Mira fishing boat!

For those who want to enjoy the sea breeze in the estuary without paddling or venturing out to sea. 


From Milfontes, André takes you with the current up the river to the old loading port of Casa Branca. He knows about seabirds and is happy to help you birdwatch from the boat in autumn - spring.


Guide in English and Portuguese.


Price

 

  • 25 € / adult
  • 20 € / child (6-12 years)

 

Capacity:

Minimum 4 p.

Maximum 6 p.

Duration

2 hours (26 km)

Meeting point

Vila Nova de Milfontes, Largo do Cais

Stand-up-Paddle on the river

SUP is more than just hype - standing on the water gives you a completely new perspective. To take advantage of that, we try to take our floating supports onto the river. (From Odemira we can unfortunately offer this activity for groups only.)


Price

  • 25 € / adult (min. 4)
  • 15 € / child (6-12 years)
Capacity:
Minimum 4 adults
Maximum 8 / boat, i.e. 16 p.

Duration

2 1/2 hours (33 km)

Meeting point

Vila Nova de Milfontes

Pre-booking

Ecotrails works with various activity providers in the region. If you tell us your whereabouts in addition to your interests, it will help us find the right experience for you.

Meeting point

Depending on the chosen tour, meeting points vary - with your booking confirmation you will also receive a route description.

In good company

All activities are accompanied, apart from bike and canoe rental.