Clube do Paiva - The River Experts (Espiunca, 4540-344 Arouca, Portugal)
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Details
If you are looking for a real whitewater challenge, our class IV rafting on the Rio Paiva is the perfect choice for you. Alongside your experienced guide and your fellow rafters, you maneuver the raft through thundering rapids and powerful rollers. Join us on this adventure and discover the thrilling side of Arouca Geopark!
Tour programmePreparation
We meet in Espiunca in Arouca, about one hour drive from Porto. Here you will meet your guides, receive the necessary equipment and get changed. As soon as all participants are ready, we will take you to the starting point of our rafting tour on the Rio Paiva.
Tour
Before you start you will receive a safety briefing from your guide. Then everyone gets into the rafts and the thrilling ride can begin. On the command of your guide you paddle through exciting rapids and get to know the Arouca Geopark from a very special perspective.
Return
After about 2 hours on the water we reach the end point of our rafting tour which is also our initial meeting point. Here you can take a shower and change your clothes.
Tour facts
- River: Rio Paiva (Difficulty level: IV)
- Description: The Rio Paiva is especially famous for the "Passadiços do Paiva", a network of wooden walkways that lead through untouched nature. From October to May, whitewater fans the river offers the ideal conditions for an unforgettable rafting tour in the middle of the Arouca Geopark.
- Distance: 4 km
- Total duration: 4 hrs
- Time on the river: 2 hrs
- Participants per boat: 6-8 people
Included Services
- High-quality raft
- Rafting gear (wetsuit, shoes, life jacket, helmet)
- Certified rafting guide
- Transfer to the starting point
- Photos
Bring along
- Swimwear
- A second pair of closed shoes to use during the activity (they will get wet)
- Towel
- Sun cream
Requirements
- Minimum age: 16 years
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
FAQ
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Will this be too challenging if my group has never done it before?
This tour is a class IV rafting experience, which is a real whitewater challenge with thundering rapids and powerful rollers. Therefore, it is not recommended for complete beginners.
Do I need to know how to swim, and is it safe for children?
Yes, swimming ability is a requirement for this activity. The minimum age to participate is 16 years.
What are the requirements to participate?
To participate, you need to have swimming ability, be in good physical health, and be at least 16 years old.
What is included in the price?
The price includes the high-quality raft, all necessary rafting gear (wetsuit, shoes, life jacket, helmet), a certified rafting guide, the transfer to the starting point and photos.
What should I bring?
You should bring swimwear, a towel, sun cream, and a second pair of closed shoes that can get wet.
How long does the tour last?
The total duration of the experience is approximately 4 hours, with about 2 hours spent on the river.
Where do we meet?
The meeting point is in Espiunca in Arouca, which is about a one-hour drive from Porto.
From
220 €
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The activity Class IV Rafting on Rio Paiva in Arouca Geopark by Clube do Paiva Arouca is available every day, from November 1, 2026 through March 28, 2027. Each day offers 1 start time at 10:30. Sessions last 4 hours and are offered as private activities for up to 48 participants. Prices start from €220.00.
