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EPISODE · Aug 22, 2025 · 1H 17M

Ricardo from Adamastor Swim Adventures

from PODCAST PORTUGAL · host Justin West

Join us for an exhilarating conversation with Ricardo Jorge Correia—also known as “El Professor”—the visionary founder of Adamastor Swim Adventures. With a Sports Science degree, over 200 open-water and triathlon races, and years coaching since 1997, Ricardo has transformed his passion into epic swimming holidays, swim tours, and clinics along Portugal’s Algarve coast and the Azores. In this episode, we dive into how Ricardo fell in love with the ocean, the story behind the Adamastor name, and what sets his ocean swim adventures apart—from guided tours of Albufeira, Portimão, Carvoeiro, Benagil, Lagos, and Sagres, to unforgettable experiences like the Sagres Cape Cross and seven-day trips in the Algarve and Azores. We also explore the safety protocols, wildlife encounters, and Ricardo’s favorite top ocean swim locations—including Salema, Albandeira caves, the Sagres islets, Portimão-to-Alvor coastline, and sunrise swims in Alvor. Whether you’re an open-water swimmer, adventure traveler, or nature lover, this episode offers a front-row seat to discovering Portugal’s most breathtaking swim spots. Want to ride the waves yourself? Learn more about Ricardo’s unforgettable swim adventures at https://adamastor-swim.pt.This episode is brought to you by: Revolut - To help support Podcast Portugal, and if you’re thinking about getting a backup bank account, click this link to sign up for a new Revolut account. It’s a win-win situation — you get all the benefits of Revolut, and every time someone signs up, Revolut rewards Podcast Portugal with €40. Flosports and FloGrappling Don’t miss a moment— tap the link in the show notes to start watching with FloGrappling now!

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In this episode of Podcast Portugal, we meet Ricardo Jorge Correia, aka “El Professor”—an open-water swim coach and the man behind Adamastor Swim Adventures. Ricardo began his swimming journey in the pool, became head coach in 2006, and now channels his love for the ocean into extraordinary swim experiences along Portugal’s coasts. Ricardo takes us through: His personal story: from pool swimming to becoming a pioneer of the Algarve open-water scene, inspired by the sea, its creatures, and its geology The meaning behind Adamastor—named after the mythical sea giant from Portuguese lore representing the ocean’s power and mystery What Swim Adventures look like: inclusive swimming holidays (Algarve and Azores week-long trips), Swim Tours (Albufeira, Portimão, Carvoeiro & Benagil, Lagos, Sagres, Sagres Cape Cross), and technical Swim Clinics His favorite swim locations, including: Salema & SW Natural Park – crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life; Albandeira & Benagil Caves – iconic arches and hidden coves; Sagres Special Reserve Islets – teeming with fish and pristine nature; Portimão to Alvor coastline – a scenic, popular route; Alvor Sunrise Swim – the magic of dawn at sea How he ensures safety: kayak or motorboat support, swim buoys, guided acclimatisation swims, and flexible plans based on weather This episode is perfect for swimmers, travellers, and Portugal lovers.

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