Activity Snapshot
Activity description
The Paiva River is characterised by its steep granite laced banks, dense green vegetation and unspoilt natural beauty. It is one of the clearest rivers in Europe and there is an abundance of fish, birds and you may even catch a glimpse of an otter or other wild animal.
The river's rocky landscape, considerable slope, winding journey and relatively narrow bed offer lots of rafting fun and natural obstacles including water falls, waves, holes, bends, trees, jumps etc. It is however safe for relatively inexperienced rafters and has varied grades of difficulty.
The river is fed by the rain water and the rafting season usually starts around the end of October and finishes in the beginning of June. This rafting trip can also be combined with a number of other fun activities.
Nomadas will take you through a great section of the river for those who want to venture for the first time, but with adrenaline levels and high emotion.
Duration:
6 hours including transport and changing time.
- You'll be picked up from your accommodation between Porto and Aveiro.
- Meet your guides at Espiunca
- Have an intital briefing about the activity and the safety protocols
- Change and get geared up in rafting equipment
- Get instructions, training and have a comprehensive safety talk
- Rafting approx. 1.5 – 2 hours to Espiunca
- Drive to the start of the rafting excursion (25 minutes)
- Break for a light lunch
- Drive back to your accommodation
All participants must be able to swim autonomously.
Special terms
Please make sure you arrive 15 minutes before your activity start time.
- Rafting equipment and professional guides
- Free drink and snack after the trip
- Free pick up from your accommodation in Porto or Aveiro
- Insurance
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Towel
