Leave from Porto and feel the thrill of rafting on the wild waters of the Paiva River
Rafting · Portugal

Leave from Porto and feel the thrill of rafting on the wild waters of the Paiva River

Alvarenga, Portugal
8h
5.0 · 258 Reviews
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General information

DepartureAlvarenga, Portugal
Price / person€135.00
Duration8h
CategoryRafting

Booking information

  • Meeting point

    Please be at the pick-up location at least 5 minutes before the scheduled time.

  • Requirements

    Not wheelchair accessible., Not stroller accessible., Service animals are not allowed., Pets are not allowed., Near public transportation., Minimum age for participation is 8 years., Children must be accompanied by an adult., You must inform the operator if a child is under 12 years old; children will be transported in certified child seats, in accordance with Article 55 of the Highway Code., Booking is mandatory and requires an email request/confirmation. Reservations must be confirmed at least 48 hours before the service date., Subject to weather conditions., Our tours are generally conducted in one language; an additional language may be added if a minimum number of participants is met., The meeting point is at Largo Actor Dias, next to the Fernandina Walls., Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in Matosinhos (and other accommodations), All tours depart from Porto., Services included in the tour (guided tour, etc.) are subject to third-party availability, and other groups/participants may join during the experience., Schedules may change without prior notice., Most travelers can participate., This experience requires a minimum number of participants. If canceled due to the minimum not being met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund., The driver/guide will wait up to 5 minutes after the scheduled time.

  • What to bring

    Towel, Swimwear, Water shoes

  • Refund policy

    Cancellations made until 00:00 of the day before the service (Western European Time – WET/WEST) → full refund. Cancellations after this deadline → non-refundable. Refunds available within 24 hours before departure.

About the activity

Experience the thrill of rafting on the Paiva River — adrenaline, stunning landscapes, and guaranteed fun.

Inclusions & exclusions

  • Comfortable round-trip transfer between Porto and the rafting starting point

  • Complete safety equipment: helmet, life jacket, and appropriate clothing

  • Certified professional guide to accompany and ensure safety throughout the journey

  • Instruction session and briefing before the activity begins

  • Rafting on the section chosen by the guide: easy (Meitriz-Areínho), medium (Espiunca-Travanca), or difficult (Canelas-Espiunca)

  • Comforting snack at the end of the trip

  • Hot shower to freshen up after the activity

  • Transfer back to the starting point

  • Tips

Highlights

Comfortable round-trip transfer from Porto

Complete safety equipment provided

Certified professional guides for maximum safety

Detailed briefing before the adventure begins

Varied routes for all skill levels

Stunning natural landscapes along the river

Comforting snack to recharge energy

Hot shower to relax afterward

Perfect experience for groups, families, and solo adventurers

Immersion in the UNESCO-listed Arouca Geopark