3-Hour Cano-Rafting Tour on the Paiva River

4.9 (14 reviews) Porto, Portugal
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Overview

In addition to descending the river in canoes, with several stops and activities in the water; The activity includes an initial Jeep Tour through the Paiva Valley, as well as a visit to a traditional village, Paradinha.

The guides have an innate concern for safety, as well as great pleasure in interpreting the fauna, flora and geodiversity of the region, in the heart of Arouca Geopark.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Equipment for the sport and safety accessories
  • Photo and video report

What to expect

  1. Arouca Geopark
    3h
    After meeting the participants, we will take an initial small Jeep Tour to Aldeia da Paradinha, classified as a Village of Portugal, stopping at some of the most emblematic geosites in the Paiva valley, such as the "Garganta do Paiva" or the Cabanas ichnofossils. Long. We will also stop with the Jeep to observe a beehive, in other words, a protective wall made in ancient times to protect hives from attacks by brown bears. After the visit to the village and a safety briefing, we will begin the activity of descending the section of the Paiva River, between Aldeia da Paradinha (Aldeia de Portugal) and Praia Fluvial do Areínho, a length of around 3 kilometers. It provides a similar experience to Rafting, as it passes through the rapids of the Paiva River, without compromising safety. You can count on different dynamics in the water, such as free swimming, jumping into the water and going down small currents.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to meet the company's guides, who will wear orange clothes and will be next to the company's Jeeps, appropriately decorated.

End point

Go to meet the company's guides, who will wear orange clothes and will be next to the company's Jeeps, appropriately decorated.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Slippers or water shoes to wear during the activity

Cancellation policy

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

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4.9 (14)

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