El Portillo: Where turquoise waters meet the lifestyle

Oct 5, 2025 | Las Terrenas

To imagine El Portillo is to think of crystal clear waters, white sand lined with coconut trees, and a gentle breeze that caresses your skin. All of this can be experienced to the fullest in a paradise on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, where the sea and the wind become part of your daily routine.

A paradise for water sports

El Portillo has earned a place among the Caribbean’s most attractive destinations for kitesurfing in Las Terrenas and other water sports. Its constant trade winds, shallow lagoon, and natural reef protection create a safe and spectacular environment.

  • Kitesurfing: from your first waterstart to mastering jumps and transitions, El Portillo offers open space and consistent winds for stress-free learning.
  • Wingfoil: flat, turquoise waters, gentle winds, and total freedom. El Portillo is ideal for beginners, while more advanced riders enjoy gliding over the sea without limits.

At Estilo de Vida Kitesurf School, every class becomes an unforgettable experience, with passion, safety, and professionalism in every session.


More than just a commercial, it’s a lifestyle.

El Portillo is not just about sports, it’s also a lifestyle. Just steps from the beach, El Portillo Real Estate RD invites you to discover unique villas that combine nature and elegance:

  • Oceanfront residences, where the ocean is your backyard.
  • Tropical villas with lush gardens and private pools.
  • Modern Caribbean-style homes with ocean views.

Here, sport and lifestyle merge: a sunrise practicing kitesurfing in Las Terrenas, a quiet afternoon by the private pool, and nights lulled by the sound of the sea.


Welcome to El Portillo

Whether you’re looking for kitesurfing lessons, a tropical getaway, or your future home, Portillo has it all. This place is more than just a destination: it’s a paradise where sports, nature, and elegance coexist in harmony.

Come and enjoy an experience that will transform your lifestyle forever.

Welcome to Portillo Real Estate DR

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