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Porto-Arouca by Bus: Paiva River Rafting Discovery - ECOTOUR
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Overview
- Feel the thrill of rafting down the Paiva River with a certified guide
- Get equipped with high-quality gear and learn safety procedures
- Savour a traditional lunch and taste conventual sweets in Arouca
- Choose a sustainable and affordable option with public transport
Activity location
- Porto
- Porto, Porto District, Portugal
Meeting/Redemption Point
- R. de Bonjóia 691 4300, 4300-084 Porto, Portugal | Catch your bus at Campanhã Bus Station in Porto. The express bus (1022) to Arouca departs at 9:00 AM. Please arrive early to purchase your ticket (€6.75). The journey takes about 1 hour. A Just Come guide will be waiting upon arrival in Arouca.
- Porto, Porto, Portugal
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What's included, what's not
Inclusions Certified (IRF and Rescue3) and experienced guidesInclusions All necessary equipment for the activity, CE certified and suitable for the activity: Helmet, neoprene suit and life jacketInclusions Full logistical support from AroucaInclusions Snacks and bottled waterInclusions Photographic report of the activityInclusions Personal accident insuranceInclusions Tasting of Conventual SweetsExclusions Public transport ticketsExclusions Extra sport shoes to get wet
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Sandals or flip flops
- Not suitable for: Children under 6 years, People over 243 lbs (110 kg), People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women
What you can expect
Begin your adventure in Porto and take a public bus to Arouca. This public transport option is affordable, economical, and environmentally sustainable, allowing you to travel comfortably while reducing your carbon footprint on your way to the Arouca Geopark.
For your peace of mind, in the event of any unforeseen circumstances that prevent the transport from taking place, a full refund is guaranteed, ensuring you can book with complete confidence.Meet your guide in Arouca and travel to the village of Espiunca, right next to the Paiva Walkways, where your activity will begin.
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 e Come and join us in one of the best experiences that Portugal as to offer!
Get equipped with high-quality, certified equipment, including a helmet, neoprene suit, and life jacket. No prior experience is necessary, and before the activity begins, your guide will explain all the technical and safety procedures through a safety briefing and a technical demonstration.
Then, get on the boat and head into the water. Spend about two hours enjoying pure fun, with moments of high adrenaline, games, and contemplation of nature. After the activity, opt for a lunch of typical cuisine, upon request.
Make a reservation at a local restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to taste the traditional Arouquesa Roast Veal (vegetarian and vegan options available). After lunch, enjoy the traditional convent sweets of Arouca, next to its place of origin, the Monastery of Santa Maria de Arouca, before beginning your return to Porto.
Location
Activity location
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- Porto, Porto District, Portugal
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - R. de Bonjóia 691 4300, 4300-084 Porto, Portugal | Catch your bus at Campanhã Bus Station in Porto. The express bus (1022) to Arouca departs at 9:00 AM. Please arrive early to purchase your ticket (€6.75). The journey takes about 1 hour. A Just Come guide will be waiting upon arrival in Arouca.
- Porto, Porto, Portugal