Sunset with Antão Vaz

Experience the magical moment of sunset on a boat sailing calmly across the Alqueva.

Duration

1.5 hours

About

Experiencing the magical moment of sunset on a boat sailing calmly through the waters of the Alqueva amid the tranquillity of nature and the unique luminosity of late afternoon, accompanied by a fresh Antão Vaz wine, bread and sliced olives, makes this an experience to repeat.

In summer, the possibility of a refreshing dip during the trip.

Children free up to the age of 5, and 50% discount from 6 to 12 years old, provided they are accompanied by family members.

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Water

A trip whose main purpose is to make it possible to experience the act of observing, listening to and feeling the immense tranquillity of nature interwoven with the unique luminosity of the
Sunset on the largest artificial body of water in Europe, whose sunsets between April and October are stunning.
The sensations develop as the cruise proceeds, accompanied by explanations, passing the Alqueva dam, along the axis of the Guadiana, past the Ribeira de Codes, winding between the islands, in a highly interactive relationship between crew member and passengers.
During the trip there is still space for a moment to taste a single-varietal Antão Vaz white wine, a typical Alentejo grape variety, accompanied by sliced olives and Alentejo bread – and also a refreshing dip on hot days.

Land
There is the possibility of the programme having a land-based component and starting there, at no extra cost, with a visit to the Alqueva Interpretation Centre (CIAL), where there will be an explanation about the Alqueva multipurpose project and also a short film related to the project.

Includes

Personal accident and public liability insurance and a guide during the trip.

Does not include

Transfer from the CIAL to the departure pier or vice versa (800m.)

Points of interest near the departure pier:

Alqueva Interpretation Centre (800m.). Castro dos Ratinhos (1Km). Medronho
Museum (6Km), Lagar de Varas (10Km), Museum of Contemporary Jewellery (10Km), Museum of Sacred Art (10Km). Moura Castle (10Km).

Boat conditions

Comfortable boats, summer cover and winter cover. Ladders for swimming. Space for wheelchairs and easy access for them. Life jackets for adults and children and other safety equipment in accordance with current legislation. Small cooler to chill summer drinks. Possibility of setting up a table for refreshments.