FUNCHAL BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sailing Porto Santo: Two Days of Golden Beaches and Quiet Atlantic Blue
A private, 2-day sailing voyage from Marina do Funchal to Porto Santo offering beach time, swimming and snorkeling, snacks, and the chance to sleep aboard.
Sailing Porto Santo: Two Days of Golden Beaches and Quiet Atlantic Blue.
Embark on a private sailing adventure from Funchal to Porto Santo, where long stretches of golden sand and turquoise water define the island’s calm, unhurried character. Over two days you’ll relax, swim and snorkel, sample finger food and drinks aboard, and pick up a few practical lessons in the art of sailing as you go.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Nine kilometers of golden sand
Porto Santo is prized for its long golden sandy beaches—stretching over 9 kilometers—and for a peaceful, largely untouched Atlantic shoreline.
A hands-on day at sea
The operator aims to keep the boat under sail as much as possible; guests can enjoy marine life and learn aspects of sailing while underway.
Snorkel, swim and shore time
On arrival at the island (listed in the itinerary as Desertas), guests can go ashore to explore a little, swim, snorkel or simply relax in the sun; finger food, snacks and drinks are provided during the trip.
What the day feels like
What the two-day Porto Santo sailing experience feels like
The trip unfolds as a compact sailing escape: a briefing at departure, extended time under sail with opportunities to observe marine life and learn sailing basics, arrival at an island landing for swimming and snorkeling, on-board serving of snacks and drinks, and an attempted sail on the return—guests may also sleep on board overnight.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip is (and isn’t) for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Departures are from Marina do Funchal; the experience is scheduled as a 2-day trip.
Finger food, snacks and drinks are provided during the trip.
The itinerary includes sailing (with the intent to sail whenever possible), marine-life observation, swimming, snorkeling and shore time; guests may sleep on board.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Porto Santo sailing trip?
The experience is organized as a 2-day trip.
Where do we meet for departure?
The meeting and departure point is Marina do Funchal, São Martinho, 9000-055 Funchal.
What activities are included during the trip?
The itinerary includes sailing (with the operator aiming to sail when possible), observing marine life, learning some sailing, going ashore, swimming and snorkeling, plus snacks and drinks on board.
Are food and drinks provided?
Finger food, snacks and drinks will be served during the trip.
Can guests sleep on board?
Yes — the itinerary notes that guests can sleep on board.
Is this trip suitable for people with limited mobility?
This experience may not be suitable for individuals with severe mobility issues because boarding and moving around the boat require some physical ability; contact the operator in advance to discuss any specific needs.