Our story
Rowing, with love
Originally from Porto, we are avid Douro valley explorers and rowing is our passion! This passion gave birth to ROW FOR FUN, a company that will organize your sporting events.
We want to share our experience with you and make the Douro valley secrets accessible to small groups of friends, passionate for rowing, through personalized river descents.
We will meet your expectations and transform your stay in Douro into a memorable experience.
Meet Our Skilled Team
Meet the Row For Fun team
3 friends with a shared passion for Douro
Pedro Guimarães
Passionate about rowing from an early age, Pedro fully embraced competition, winning national titles and making his mark as both an athlete and a coach. With a degree in Physical Education, he combines technical expertise with contagious energy and a warm, welcoming presence. Captivated by the Douro, he brings to each tour the same enthusiasm he feels for the sport, sharing stories, curiosities, and emotions that make every experience unforgettable.
Manuel Ferreira
With a career defined by achievement and discipline, Manuel has collected national titles as an athlete and now shares his expertise as a coach at both club and national team levels. Holding a degree in Sports Science, he is a true master of the Douro River, knowing it with the precision of someone who has lived countless moments on its waters. Visionary, meticulous, and passionate about tradition, he blends safety with elegance, turning each tour into an authentic journey through the heart of the region and the soul of rowing.
Bernardo Coelho
He discovered the joy of rowing as a child, excelling both as a rower and as a talented competitive coxswain. A profound expert in the dynamics of the sport, Bernardo combines strategic vision with a rare gift for leadership. Known for his charisma and empathy, he inspires harmony and team spirit in every group he guides. With an intimate knowledge of the Douro and its stories, he transforms each tour into a shared experience filled with meaning, inspiration, and lasting memories.
Start your journey with us.
The Douro River in the Portuguese territory has a length of 208 navigable kilometers, controlled by 5 dams with gaps between 20m and 33m high.
We put at your disposal a highly specialized and dynamic team to make your stay in Porto and the Douro Region a memorable one.
Founded in
2019
Providing exceptional experiences for Rowers who love to travel.
Location
Porto
Born in a unique destination.