What to do and see in Coimbra District, Central Portugal: The Best Outdoor Activities

At Figueira Private Surf we take pride in offering a range of quality services to ensure you get the most out of your surf holiday. Whether you’re booking an all-inclusive surf camp, a private guided surf tour or an equipment rental, our local, certified instructors will apply over a decade of regional expertise to craft you a surf experience tailored to your needs and abilities. Home to the longest right hand break in Europe, Figueira da Foz is one of Portugal’s best-kept surf secrets, we can’t wait to share it with you! Our strength is in our dedication to each customer’s individual experience. Each booking takes into account many variables including ocean conditions, weather, skill level, gear availability, and class size. We strongly recommend booking your Figueira Private Surf service in advance to avoid any disappointment!

Daily kayak-trips on the Mondego river, in the beautifull valley between Penacova and Coimbra. Takes 3-4 hours, possibility to swim and picknick on the river beaches. For all ages, enjoy sun, water, nature! The meeting point is at 10.00 in Coimbra from where we organize transport to Penacova. The trip (18/25 km) ends around 16.00 near Coimbra. Bring dry clothes and sun-protection.

Rock & River offers tailor made canoe and kayak trips on the Rivers Dao and Mondego. Areas of outstanding natural beauty and a safe environment for the first time canoeist. Choose from a one day tour or multi day camping kayak safari. All camping equipment and transport is included. Dine at a riverside restaurant, BBQ at the waters edge or go wild and cook by your tent. Our trips are carefully planned. Instruction and briefings are given on the water. All our trips are self guided. No guide, no groups!!!

More than twenty five years devoted to tourism have given the know-how to offer you the authenticity of our culture, heritage, gastronomy and traditions. We provide the best comfort during the trips, with wi-fi, soft drinks, individual seats and air conditioned for all passengers. The drivers speaks English and can give information about our culture, heritage, traditions and gastronomy.

Coimbra Stand Up Paddle (CSUP) was created to fill in the gap regarding water sports in the city of Coimbra as well as by the Mondego river which offers unique conditions for the SUP practice . This sport was born in Hawaii and it consists of using a board and a paddle to propel the paddle boarders who are in an upright position and slide through the water surface while they can calmy appreciate the city view. On Monday to Friday mornings we are open with reservation.

Our key routes were all designed thinking about our customers and the best they can take from the Portuguese culture. We tried to contain in each, a key concept that characterizes the route and leaves the Portuguese brand in the memory of what was experienced. ​ On the other hand, we challenge the adventurous, the food lovers, the relaxed and the curious to disclose what they seek and desire the most. Then together we can build a unique experience, completely personalized. ​ Our guides are prepared to do what they love: share. We offer our customers all the professionalism the business requires, as well as knowledge, good humour, curiosity and monitoring. More than guides, LOCAL FRIENDS.