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The 9 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Isle of Portland, England
The Isle of Portland is a limestone tied island, 4 miles (6 km) long by 1.7 miles (2.7 km) wide, in the English Channel. Portland is 5 miles (8 km) south of the resort of Weymouth, forming the southernmost point of the county of Dorset, England. A barrier beach called Chesil Beach joins it to the mainland. The A354 road passes down the Portland end of the beach and then over the Fleet Lagoon by bridge to the mainland. Portland and Weymouth together form the borough of Weymouth and Portland. The population of Portland is 12,400.
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1. Scimitar Diving
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
We are set within Portland Marina, host to the 2014 Olympic games with some of the best facilities within the industry. As well as a fully stocked shop, we also have 2 dedicated hardboats complete with diver lifts. Other services include a dive school, full gas facilities and an active dive club. Dont take our word of it, come and take a look.
2. The Official Test Centre
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
The Official Test Centre (OTC) is a watersports specialist centre located right on the water’s edge, within the grounds of the National Sailing Academy on Portland, Dorset. Accessible at any tide state and exposed to the best wind statistics on the south coast, The OTC caters for windsurfing, kitesurfing, windfoiling, wing-foiling, kayaking and SUP and has an affiliated school (RYA/BKSA/AALA accredited) to cater for all abilities. The centre has the very latest equipment on hand to test and compare. And once you've chosen your match, it is available to purchase in their shop: Surfdoctor.com
3. Moonfleet Adventure Sailing
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5.0 based on 225 reviews
Moonfleet sails daily from Portland Marina in Dorset, out into Weymouth Bay and to remarkable destinations along Dorset's beautiful coastline! All trips depart from and return to Portland Marina - come down, see us and have a look around in between trips. Treat yourself to a day at sea sailing our classic Tallship, Moonfleet! Here’s a real opportunity for both novice and sailor to try your hand at classic tallship sailing around Southern England’s stunning Jurassic Coastline and the fascinating chalk downlands of The Isle of Purbeck and stone cliffs on The Isle of Portland. For those keen to have a go, our crew will provide an opportunity to try most activities that can be fitted into the short voyage, from weighing anchor to hoisting the mainsail - and even taking the helm! Or alternatively If you don’t yet have the confidence to be hands on, you may sit back to watch and enjoy the ride!
4. Weymouth and Portland Adventure
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Here at WPA we provide a host of outdoor and adventurous activities at fantastic prices.Try your hand in:Sailing,Kayaking,Paddle Boarding,Cycling,Climbing,Coasteering & Raft Building.We specialize in taster sessions but also provide equipment hire and progression sessions across all activities.We strive to provide the best possible experience for your first time trying them out.
5. Jurassic Charters
New for 2021! Unique Experiences and Motor Boat Accommodation based at Portland Marina near Weymouth. Whether it's a Coastal Rib Ride, a Bareboat Yacht Charter, a relaxing ‘Stay on Board’ break, a Mini Cruise to Jersey or even a Corporate Charter you are seeking, we are here to accommodate your needs! Holidays in the UK are proving more popular than ever this year as we cautiously bounce back from the pandemic. A Staycation or an Experience with us is totally Covid safe as everything is spotlessly clean and disinfected (fogged) by our conscientious team before your arrival. Please visit our website for full details of what we have to offer.
6. C-Waves Diving
Discover Scuba Diving Session in Dorset within the safety of a swimming pool every Tuesday night at Osprey Leisure Centre Portland. Cost sixty pounds per person, group booking disscounts. We also offer guided dives off the beach to qualified dive visitors to the area all scuba equipment can be hired if needed. Learn to Scuba dive the PADI way.
7. Dive Beyond
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
8. Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
9. Big Buoy Charters
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
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