Porto-Arouca by Bus: Paiva River Rafting Discovery - ECOTOUR

Porto, Portugal
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 18 travelers

Overview

Explore the stunning Arouca region with a focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility. Travel from Porto to Arouca on a direct public bus and enjoy around two hours of rafting in the calmer waters of the Paiva River, ideal for beginners and families with children from 6 years old. A certified local guide will provide all necessary equipment and lead safety briefings to ensure a secure and enjoyable outing. Afterward, indulge in a traditional lunch featuring the region's famous Arouquesa Roast Veal or vegetarian options, followed by a sweet treat from the local monastery. This eco-friendly trip guarantees a full refund if transportation issues arise, allowing for confident booking.

- Direct express bus from Porto to Arouca for an eco-friendly journey
- Rafting Discovery experience, ideal for beginners and families with children (6+)
- Optional traditional lunch featuring local delicacies
- Sample Arouca's famous conventual sweets before heading back to Porto

Options

Without Lunch
With Lunch

Typical Meal

What's included

  • Full logistical support from Arouca
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Snacks and bottled water
  • Photographic report of the activity
  • All necessary equipment, CE certified & suitable: Helmet, neoprene suit,...
  • Tasting of Conventual Sweets
  • Certified (IRF and Rescue3) and experienced guides
  • Public transport tickets, these need to be bought on-site EUR 6.75 per person/travel
  • Extra shoes to get wet

What to expect

This tour begins in Porto, where you will travel to Arouca using public transportation. Choosing the bus is a more sustainable and environmentally friendly way to travel, helping reduce carbon emissions and traffic.
Arriving in Arouca, the Just Come team will welcome you at the meeting point. Once you arrive, all logistics are handled by Just Come, so you can relax and focus on the adventure ahead.
In this Discovery option, recommended for those who are looking for a deep contact with nature without great emotions, as well as families or groups with young children from 6 years old, you will get to experience Rafting in the "less" brave waters of the Paiva River!
Your guide will give a brief explanation of how the activity will proceed and provide all the equipment you will need.
Upon arriving at the river, you will receive a short safety briefing before starting your adventure.
At the end of your adventure, if you book your tour with lunch included, you will enjoy a regional lunch featuring Arouquesa Roast Veal, with vegetarian and vegan options available.
For dessert, you will taste traditional conventual pastries.
After the experience, you can comfortably return to Porto by bus.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The journey between Porto-Arouca is made by a direct public bus. Go to Campanhã Station where your bus (number 1022) is scheduled to depart at 9:00 AM and takes 1h.
The ticket, €6.75, must be purchased on-site.
Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting for you at the Arouca Bus Station.

End point

The journey between Porto-Arouca is made by a direct public bus. Go to Campanhã Station where your bus (number 1022) is scheduled to depart at 9:00 AM and takes 1h.
The ticket, €6.75, must be purchased on-site.
Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting for you at the Arouca Bus Station.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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