Visite Silves y explore el río Arade | Barco solar ecológico
Descripción
Descubra este maravilloso río y la ciudad medieval de Silves, llena de historia, con una naturaleza muy rica y paisajes inolvidables. Disfrute de un relajante viaje de Portimão a Silves a bordo de nuestro barco ecológico sostenible en las aguas llenas de historia del río Arade, donde el futuro se encuentra con el pasado. Nuestro barco ecológico es silencioso y perfecto para aquellos que buscan un viaje en barco tranquilo y silencioso. Cuenta con cómodos asientos acolchados, toldos y mesas para colocar vasos de bebida y artículos personales. Durante el viaje, el capitán compartirá contigo curiosidades sobre el río y su historia. En Silves tendrá aproximadamente 1,5 horas para visitar los lugares históricos, monumentos, castillo, museo o probar su deliciosa cocina local. A nuestro regreso a Portimão, disfrute de una perspectiva diferente de la ciudad y la desembocadura del río Arade.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Saldremos desde el muelle A, en Marina de Portimão.
En Ferragudo, ubicado en un lugar estratégico a orillas del río Arade, se encuentra el fuerte de São João, cuyo origen se remonta al siglo XVII. Este fuerte colaboró con el Fuerte de Santa Catarina, que se encontraba frente a él en Portimão, en defensa de la desembocadura del río. Reconstruida tras el terremoto de 1755, esta construcción militar continuó utilizándose hasta finales del siglo XIX, cuando fue vendida en subasta pública y adquirida por el poeta Coelho Carvalho, quien la transformó en residencia privada. El fuerte está bien mantenido y, además de un muro que conecta la playa de Angrinha con Praia Grande, también tiene varias casetas de vigilancia y un jardín.
El Convento de São Francisco es un conjunto arquitectónico del siglo XVI, desarrollado a partir de un conjunto de casas que fueron donadas por Simão Correia, capitán de Azamor, quien también había construido una pequeña Capilla en honor a Nossa Senhora da Esperança, como agradecimiento. para la protección de Dios en las guerras. Los edificios están interconectados armoniosamente. El convento fue construido posteriormente, en 1541. Actualmente, en Portimão es propiedad de interés público, pero es propiedad de particulares, sin acceso a visitas y en avanzado estado de degradación.
El Museo de Portimão está ubicado en la centenaria fábrica de conservas de pescado Feu Hermanos, ubicada en la zona ribereña de la ciudad.
Este es el puente más antiguo de Portimão que establece la conexión vial entre Portimão y Parchal (municipio de Lagoa). En el último cuarto del siglo XIX, la zona ribereña vio su paisaje transformado con la construcción de un terraplén fluvial iniciado en 1863, con vistas a la implantación del puente de carretera, construido por la empresa francesa Five Lille, bajo la dirección de ingeniero Bonnet. Iniciada en enero de 1875 y finalizada en abril de 1876, su construcción junto con el vecino puente ferroviario es un buen ejemplo de arquitectura de hierro en el Algarve.
El puente ferroviario metálico fue construido entre 1915 y 1919, por la Empresa Industrial Portuguesa, con una longitud de 300 m y consta de 6 vanos con vigas de arco de hierro, a base de pilares de mampostería. Su inauguración el 30 de julio de 1922 permitió la ampliación de la línea ferroviaria, de Tunes a Lagos.
Es una de las estructuras que cruza el río Arade, situado entre Calvário y Companheira. Fue terminado en 1999 y es el principal punto de conexión para los consejos de Portimão y Lagoa, formando parte de la EN 125.
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Valoraciones de viajeros
Información importante
- Se admiten animales de asistencia
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
- Sujeto a condiciones climáticas favorables. Si cancela debido al mal tiempo, se le dará la opción de una fecha alternativa o reembolso completo
- Se aplican números mínimos. Existe la posibilidad de cancelación después de la confirmación si no hay suficientes pasajeros para cumplir con los requisitos. En caso de que esto ocurra, se le ofrecerá un reembolso alternativo o completo
- No apto para niños pequeños
- No se permiten perros ni otras mascotas
- Adecuado para mujeres embarazadas
- Los niños deben ir acompañados de un adulto
- Check-in 15 minutos antes de la hora de salida
- Solo se permite a bordo agua y alimentos destinados a niños pequeños
- No se permite fumar
- ATENCIÓN : Nuestro quiosco no es el punto de facturación o embarque. El muelle de embarque M se encuentra en el lado norte del puerto deportivo de Portimão, con acceso para automóviles a través de la Rua Simão Correia.
- No recomendado para viajeros con movilidad reducida
- No recomendado para mujeres embarazadas con embarazos de alto riesgo o en etapas avanzadas del embarazo
Opiniones(198)
I have never had an experience when a tour operator worked so hard to make our experience great. We realized too late that we would not be able to get back to our cruise ship on time. Operators worked hard to still give us a pleasant experience—although shortened.
Thank you for your kind words! 😊 We're glad we could still give you an enjoyable experience despite the unexpected time constraints. Sometimes plans change, but we always do our best to help guests make the most of their day. We hope your cruise and the rest of your travels were just as memorable! ⛵🌿☀️
A wonderful 5 hour trip from Portimao marina along the Arade river to Silves. A super lunch on board sitting at a table. with wine and drinks there and back in great company. The crew were so friendly and jolly. There was a 2 hour stop at Silves for sight seeing and to explore the castle. I would recommend “ Alvor Boat Trips” such a professional and friendly family run business. They do transfers from your hotel. Thank you 😊 You can ring or email them or book online.
This was a holiday within a holiday. Just a lazy ride up the river. Captain Pedro superb felt like a friend. So knowledgeable about the river and surrounding areas. He loves the place and being on the water. A great trip and was ready for some local seafood afterwards. First class.
hank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We love your description of it as “a holiday within a holiday”. You really understood Pedro — he loves what he does, loves connecting with people, and has a deep passion for the Arade River and the Algarve. And we agree: after a relaxing trip on the river, local seafood is the perfect next stop! 😄 We hope to welcome you aboard again someday. ⛵🌿☀️
We had a lovely trip on the Arade River. The sea was wild, so this was a great alternative. It was a lovely warm and sunny day and there was enough shade under the roof with the solar panels. So peaceful to sail on the river, without noise due to the electric engine. Pedro was a nice guide who told us all about the history and nature of the area. The 1.5 hour stop in historic Silves was pleasant, we had a nice lunch, but a bit short to see the castle and the other historic sites. The Arade river is a tidal river, so it's not possible to do this trip every day.
Thank you for your lovely review! 😊 We're glad the Arade River was a peaceful escape from the wild sea that day. Sunshine, solar-panel shade and quiet electric navigation make a pretty good river recipe. 😄 Silves always leaves you wanting a little more — a good excuse to come back! ⛵🌿☀️
We have done this trip several times in the past and this one did not disappoint. You need to have a sharp eye to see all the natural sights! This time we saw a group of turtles - apparently they had been “missing “ for a long time due to a drought, but following a wet winter, they are now thriving.
Thank you, Susan! 😊 Pedro says some people clearly don’t learn from “bad experiences”… they just keep coming back! 😄 We’re delighted this trip still didn’t disappoint, and very happy the turtles decided to make their comeback too. Hope to see you again on the Arade soon! ⛵🐢🌿
We enjoyed a very nice experience, sailing in a solar boat that is very respectful of the environment. The scenery was spectacular, and our guide and boat captain, Pedro, was very pleasant and friendly. We loved the Arade River and Silves. We highly recommend this attractive navigation and will undoubtedly repeat it when we return to Portimao.
¡Muchas gracias por vuestra recomendación! 😊 Nos alegra saber que disfrutasteis del río Arade, de Silves y de la experiencia a bordo de nuestro barco solar. Pedro estará encantado de saber que contribuyó a hacer el viaje aún más agradable. Estaremos encantados de recibiros de nuevo cuando regreséis a Portimão. ¡Hasta la próxima! ⛵☀️🌿
We started late because some of the passengers got lost! But once started, it was a great experience. It’s not the first time we’ve taken a boat trip to Silves - it never disappoints. Lots of wildlife to be seen and a lovely town to explore for a while.
Thank you, Susan! 😊 We’re glad everyone eventually made it aboard — we always do our best not to leave anyone behind! 😄 It’s always a pleasure to welcome returning guests, and we love that the river, the wildlife and Silves keep giving you reasons to come back. See you again on the Arade soon! ⛵🌿☀️
The program for the trip was a perfect “great day out” on the SunBoat! The Captain was great sharing all the local information and painted a picture of the life along the Arade River, past and present. He truly wanted us to have a great experience not just during the tour, also our entire experience in Portugal. We learned so much while we enjoyed a relaxing, entertaining and quiet boat tour. It was just enough time to spend in Silves before returning to the boat. MUST DO EXPERIENCE in the ALGARVES!!!!
Thank you, Rachel! 😊 We’re so glad the trip felt like a proper “great day out”. Pedro doesn’t just want guests to enjoy the river — he wants them to leave liking the Algarve and Portugal even more than before! 😄 Delighted you enjoyed the quiet solar boat, Silves and the stories along the Arade. Hope to welcome you aboard again someday. ⛵🌿☀️
Our guide was very attentive, knowledgeable and entertaining, and made sure he answered everyone’s questions.
Thank you, Louis! 😊 We're delighted you enjoyed the ride. Pedro loves questions and always tries to answer them all — although occasionally he has to make something up along the way... only joking! 😄 Hope to welcome you aboard again soon. ⛵🌿☀️
We pre-booked the boat trip as a group of 4. Parked at Portimao marina, but found it difficult to find Pier M to meet the boat. We initially followed a sign "boat trips" on the way to the piers, which eventually took us to the booths at the other end of the marina, where people book the boat trips. It was a hot day and 2 of our party had some mobility issues. I eventually phoned for help and got through to Pedro, who was our guide. By this time we were late for being picked up, but Pedro calmly asked us to stay at the nearest pier we were situated and arranged to collect us, which was a great help. We could then enjoy the trip, with an interesting commentary from Pedro, interspersed with funny anecdotes. On the way back, he asked if any one of us wanted to drive the boat, with his guidance, A couple of people took up the offer, whilst Pedro organised for all of us to have some free wine. Overall, an interesting and very enjoyable trip, which was great value for money.
Thank you, Nigel! 😊 We’re sorry the meeting point sent you on an unexpected marina expedition, but we’re glad Pedro could make the rescue and get you aboard. Once on the river, it sounds like the Arade did its job: stories, a few laughs, a little boat-driving and some wine on the way back. Not a bad recovery! Hope to welcome you aboard again someday. ⛵🍷🌿
