Porto · CANOES & KAYAKS
The 14 best canoes & kayaks tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Porto to Peneda-Gerês: kayak on Caniçada, swim by a waterfall, traditional lunch with wine, and a vintage Land Rover ride.
“The entire tour was truly amazing. I booked the trip on my own. Nuno not only showed us the beautiful spots but also created a great group atmosphere. I would definitely recommend it!”
Kayak on Caniçada Lake, swim by a hidden waterfall, and eat like a local on a full-day Peneda-Gerês trip from Porto.
“We had the most amazing day in the beautiful Geres national park exploring by Kayak and Land-rover. Nuno was our guide and he was very knowledgeable and made sure that we all had the best day. We saw so many stunning views in the park, and yet the day didn't feel rushed at all. For me the hilight was swimming in the gorgeous pool under the waterfall. I would absolutely recommend Nuno and this tour to everyone.”
Canoe-raft the wild Paiva River from Porto, then refuel in Arouca with optional swim and local food, all with expert gear and guides.
“Z przyczyn niezależnych kajaki były niedostępne, wybraliśmy się więc na kanioniong. Nasz przewodnik był rewelacyjny, a cała wycieczka wspaniała! Bardzo polecam”
Canoe-raft the Paiva River with rapids, optional jumps, and an Arouca meal after. Small groups, safety gear, photos.
“We had an amazing time Rafting/ Tubing. The scenery was beautiful and the overall experience was great. Our guide Pedro from JUST COME was super fun and we felt extremely safe with him. Also as an extra bonus he took a lot of fun pictures of the trip! Totally recommend this activity! We will be back for sure - maybe when there is more water in the river. But evens the water levels were lower - it was still a great adventure for us. So yes absolutely 5 stars. We also booked the lunch - it was a fantastic way to extend the nice trip. Cute restaurant and good food.…”
SUP on the Paiva River from Porto: 6 km of easy paddling, guided coaching, gear and life jacket, plus photos and videos.
“Henrique was an awesome guide. We communicated back and forth several times before the outing, as we were trying to find a spot without too much wind. Pickup was prompt, we talked about life in Portugal, and the equipment provided was all in great condition. Once on the river, he pointed out wildlife and told me more about Portugal. 10/10 would recommend.”
Kayak or SUP on the Douro from Marina do Freixo, with Dom Luis Bridge views, a friendly guide, and small-group safety for $53.
“It has been a wonderful experience. Without a doubt, the best in Porto. Special, with outstanding service from the staff. Very different from the rest of the tourist offers in the city. Highly recommended. Thank you for everything!! Kind regards.”
Beginner-friendly SUP on the Douro River from Porto, with pickup, board and life jacket rental, photo stops, and desert-beach scenery.
“Never been before but Nuno was great and had us standing within 5 minutes… loved the beach and desert island… now know the correct way to paddle and stand etc. faultless”
Kayak Peneda-Gerês from Porto with 4x4 transfers, waterfalls, viewpoints, and a small-group guide in English. About 9 hours.
“What a wonderful day we have had with Bruno. A local who really knows the in and outs of the area. With our luck we were the only ones on this trip so it turned into a private tour. From kayaking to the views of geres national park to a lovely local lunch and a hike with a beautiful waterfall and lagoon. This was above and beyond our expectations. Thank you for the unforgetable trip Bruno.”
Canoe rafting on the Paiva River in an 8-hour day trip, plus a Jeep tour through Arouca Geopark, with photos and safety gear.
“We were collected at the meeting point at the scheduled time by a „Taxi“. We were only two people that went and booked the trip via GetYourGuide. The driver was really nice, giving us a good ride to the Meeting Point for the Rafting in a climatized car. We had to drive about 1,5 hours. At the meeting point there were other groups of people that booked the experience. After we got our safety equipment, we had to do another ride (about 20 mins) further up the mountain, from where we started the rafting. On our way we had several opportunities to swim in the river. Only thing was that…”
10-hour 4x4 day trip from Porto into Peneda Geres National Park, wild pool swims, Caniçada kayak, and a traditional lunch.
“This is a great and fabulous tour given to us for 12 hours inclduing great Kayaqs, Horses and wonderful lunch and hospatality. Eduardo is a great guide tour and I highly recommend him.”
3-hour stand-up paddle on the Lima River in Peneda-Gerês from Porto, with gear, life vest, photos, and guided instruction.
“This was one of the highlights of the trip! Henrique was an excellent guide and instructor, and the tour offered incredible natural scenery. It was a perfect break from the city!”
SUP on the Douro in Porto with a quick lesson, river views, and a funny multilingual instructor. 2 hours for $81.
Kayak the Douro River from Porto for 2 hours, paddle calm waters at your own pace, then enjoy beach time and a picnic or lunch.
“The instructors were very friendly and helpful. I had a great time with my brother doing this activity. After that the whole family got to enjoy some ice cream.”
Private kayak on Caniçada Lake, a hidden waterfall swim, and a vintage 4x4 pickup from Porto, with lunch in Peneda-Geres.
“A wonderful tour. Alejandro our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this tour.”
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