From Arouca: Paiva River Rafting Discovery - Adventure Tour
Overview
Explore the rapids of the Paiva River and make memories on the best Winter River Adventure! Rafting will make you to live moments of pure fun and adrenaline on the river!
The Paiva River stands as one of Portugal most wild rivers. Placed on Northern of Portugal, among mountains and deep valleys, it presents itself as a river with crystal clear waters with the right amount of adventure thanks to it's many rapids! The gorgeous landscape of this river, among native forests and high cliffs, gives way to a perfect scenario for an exhilarating adventure in pristine nature.
This tour will start in Espiunca River Beach, where you will meet your Activity Guide. After a brief explanation on how the activity will proceed, you will receive every equipment that you will need and head straight to the River, in a 4x4. On arriving at the river, after a brief but important safety briefing you will adventure yourself on the rapids that make the Paiva River so exciting!
What's Included
- Lunch Delight yourself with a typical meal (included on option "With Lunch") on a Riverside Terrace Bar.
- Snacks
- Personal Accident Insurance
- All the necessary equipment
- Hot Shower at the end of the Activity
- Photo Report
- Experienced Guides
Meeting Location
XQVP+8FJ Espiunca
Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The most exciting and unforgettable adventure on the Paiva River! Come to the Paiva River, right next to the worldwide known Paiva Walkways and 516 Arouca Bridge, to discover Rafting on this wild river. This activity will make you go through moments of pure adrenaline and fun all the while testing your teamwork with your tour mates. 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 Come and join us in one of the best experiences that Portugal as to offer! At the end of your adventure, rest and relax at a beautiful Paiva River beach, in a Riverside Terrace Bar. If you book your Tour with lunch included, we’ll serve you a Board of Typical Portuguese Charcuterie and Cheese (or only Cheese, if you prefer) and a drink or your desire. Then you can choose between Arouquesa Steak Sandwish or Arouquesa Beef Hamburger, Veggie Burger or Tuna Sandwich, all accompanied by crispy french fries.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on From Arouca: Paiva River Rafting Discovery – Adventure Tour?
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Activity code: C-106551P13
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
- Lunch. Delight yourself with a typical meal (included on option "With Lunch") on a Riverside Terrace Bar.
- Snacks.
- Personal Accident Insurance.
- All the necessary equipment.
- Hot Shower at the end of the Activity.
- Photo Report.
- Experienced Guides.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Arouca: Paiva River Rafting Discovery - Adventure Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Arouca: Paiva River Rafting Discovery – Adventure Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- LunchDelight yourself with a typical meal (included on option "With Lunch") on a Riverside Terrace Bar.
- Snacks
- Personal Accident Insurance
- All the necessary equipment
- Hot Shower at the end of the Activity
- Photo Report
- Experienced Guides
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Operated by a business
