Slide out from Costa Nova on a private speedboat, skimming tidal channels and reed beds before anchoring for a swim and a Brazilian barbecue prepared on board. This six‑hour private cruise combines coastal scenery, local culture, and a relaxed seaside feast.
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A salt-scented wind pushes off the Atlantic as your speedboat slides away from Costa Nova’s striped houses, the village shrinking behind you and the broad Ria de Aveiro opening ahead. Waves and marsh channels set the pace: the boat cuts past local fishing flotillas, skirts the reed beds of São Jacinto, and eases into a sheltered lagoon where a swim and a grill await.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic mobility for boarding and short swims recommended
Wildlife
History
The Ria de Aveiro evolved from millennia of lagoon and sandbar formation; the area’s salt pans and moliceiro boat tradition shaped local livelihoods and the distinctive striped houses of Costa Nova.
Conservation
The Ria is a sensitive lagoon ecosystem and a protected reserve in parts; avoid disturbing birds, take all rubbish with you, and follow the captain’s guidance to protect dunes and salt marshes.
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Pack a waterproof bag
Keep phones, cameras and spare clothes dry — the lagoon sprays and wet swims are part of the fun.
Sun protection is critical
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a wide‑brim hat and sunglasses; the low-angle sun off the water intensifies UV exposure.
Bring cash or note dietary needs in advance
Confirm dietary restrictions before boarding; the barbecue is prepared by the captain and substitutions may be limited.
Check wind and tide forecasts
Schedule morning or late‑afternoon departures for calmer water and better swimming conditions.
Swimwear and quick‑dry towel
For swims in the sheltered Ria and to dry off quickly after the stop.
summer
Reef‑safe sunscreen and sunglasses
Protects skin and eyes from reflected sunlight over water.
summer
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps electronics and essentials dry during transit and swims.
Light windbreaker or layers
Even summers can have cool sea breezes; layers keep you comfortable on the run back.
spring