Class III or IV Rafting down the Paiva River in Espiunca, Arouca

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1 half day
Occasionally sporty
From 6 years-old and up
From€55

Feel the adrenaline all over your body with this rafting excursion on the Paiva River in Espiunca, Arouca! An experience you won't soon forget.

Arouca is located 1 hour away from Porto, in the region of Aveiro, a city known mainly for its geopark, which is recognised by the UN since 2009. With an area of 328 km, Arouca offers impressive canyons for canyoning, walls for climbing, or different rivers such as the river Pava, ideal for canoeing or rafting.

Rafting in the Paiva River is the perfect sport for those who want to enjoy nature and at the same time discharge energy and feel a high adrenaline rush since, in general, it's about descending a river aboard an inflatable raft and paddling to follow the strong currents and rapids found on the way. Are you ready for the adventure?

The instructors of NatourWay, in Espiunca, will provide you with all the necessary equipment (helmet, neoprene, paddles, etc.) to go down the Paiva river in one of their rafts, guided by an expert instructor who will keep you safe at all times.

This is a level III or IV rafting experience in the Paiva River, that is to say, medium or advanced, so accessible for children from 6 years old! Once you're there, the instructor will guide you and give you all the necessary indications so that you are completely safe and have a lot of fun.

You will go down the ravine to the rhythm of the rapids that will provide you with a fast and adrenaline-filled time, and along the way, you will stop to jump or take a dip in the river, if you want to. At the end of the descent, the instructor will take you by jeep back to the meeting point, where you can take a hot shower and a snack will be provided for you to regain your energy.

If you want to spend a few incredible hours in nature, you can't miss this rafting experience in the Paiva River, in Arouca. You won't regret it!

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Practical information

Enjoy the adrenaline and the comradery of rowing on a raft down the Paiva River! You'll have to overcome obstacles, work as a team, and above all, have the time of your life as you get wet and explore the beautiful landscapes around you.

Course of events

- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your instructor

- Distribution of the rafting equipment

- Briefing on the activity and basic rafting notions

- Start of the rafting activity

- Stops to jump into the water and swim in the river

- Return by jeep to the meeting point

- Return of equipment

- Hot showers in the changing rooms, snack, and end of the activity

Activity requirements

You must know how to swim to participate in this activity.

Special terms

This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.

Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

Meeting point:
Rafting Rio Paiva NaTour Way - Meeting Point Espiunca R. do Barco, 4540-344 Espiunca, Portugal
Spoken languages:Portuguese, English
Included
  • Certified guides
  • Transportation by jeep
  • Snack
  • Photo and video report
  • Insurance
  • Life jacket
  • Helmet
  • Wetsuit
  • Hot shower
  • Changing rooms
Excluded
  • Transportation to the meeting point
  • Food or drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Sport shoes that can get wet
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Change of clothes
  • Another pair of shoes
  • Swimsuit

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