Explore the Gerês National Park and its amazing waterfalls. Take an 8 to 10-kilometer hike into the heart of the Park, enjoy a picnic potluck with breathtaking views, and have a refreshing dive into the clear waters of the Park's natural pools.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Duration 10 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, French, Spanish
Small group: Limited to 8 participants

Highlights

Enjoy a hike in Gerês National Park
Relax and swim in one of the park's natural pools
Stop to see waterfalls and take in stunning views along the way

Full description

Head to Gerês National Park on this 10-hour excursion from Porto. Stop for coffee along the way, before arriving at the park. From June to September, enjoy an 8-kilometer hike that takes you past 10 magnificent natural pools (from November to May, the hike will be 10 kilometers long). Stop to enjoy a refreshing swim along the way. Once you reach the heart of the Park, enjoy a picnic as you admire the stunning views around you. A small picnic will be provided, but if everyone brings something to share, it will be more of a feast. After taking in the views and fresh air, you’ll return to Porto.

Includes

Insurance
Round-trip transportation between Porto and Gerês National Park
Experienced guide

Food and drinks

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sun hat
Food and drinks
Sunscreen

Know before you go

You must be able to easily walk a distance of 8 kilometers
In the summer, Gerês can be a bit hot, so please be sure you can handle 30C temperatures
This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants to operate. It will be canceled if the minimum is not met

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 51 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.9/5
Transportation
4.8/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Safety
4.7/5

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The trip was superb and the landscapes magnificent. When we got to the swimming pool, the wind unfortunately picked up, so our guide suggested we go to waterfalls to take advantage of the heat. He was oh so nice, and gave us great advice. Telling us the history of the park and its contemporary activity. I recommend without hesitation!

September 7, 2021

Incredible experience!!! The best hiking trip I’ve been on here in Portugal. Not too tough, less uphills than we imagined, beautiful views and our tour guide Miguel just made the whole day seem like a perfect adventure with telling us historical facts, funny jokes and great out of tune singing :D now for real, he was very interactive and entertaining! Definitely recommend this trip if you enjoy hiking and want to see the hidden wonders of Portugal!

July 31, 2021

4 because perfection does not exist, but it was a most pleasant moment: breathtaking landscapes, a warm and welcoming guide (Miguel), a final in the lagoon where the water is fresh but bearable and pure . This experience therefore creates good times for you that will not be erased any time soon. Share them with family and / or friends without any reservations.

September 15, 2020

From Porto: Hiking and Swimming in Gerês National Park

From Porto: Hiking and Swimming in Gerês National Park

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