Arribes del Douro Cruise

Cliffs, gorges, eagles and more surprises await you on this cruise around Arribes del Douro, a unique natural enclave just a few kilometres away from Miranda de Douro.

Cruise Details

The tour begins at the Douro International Biological Station pier, near Miranda de Douro. Participants will board a boat to explore the viewpoints and waterfalls of the natural park.

During the cruise, the crew will provide information on the canyon's geographical features. The route includes passing by the Líquenes Cliffs and sailing to the "Otter Pond", highlighting the local flora.

Birdwatching will be a focus as the cruise navigates through the territory of the eagle and black stork, offering chances to spot these species.

The tour concludes at the Eagle Valley, a prime viewpoint in the park, where guests can take photographs on the boat's terrace during the return trip. Following 1 hour and 15 minutes on the water, a 30-minute tasting of Porto's wines will occur on dry land.

Important Info

Note that the Arribes del Douro Cruise operates on Portuguese time, which is 1 hour behind Spain. The schedule is as follows:

11 am (Portuguese time) / 12 pm (Spanish time)3 pm (Portuguese time) / 4 pm (Spanish time)4 pm (Portuguese time) / 5 pm (Spanish time)