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Waterfalls, Heritage and Nature in Gerês Park - from Porto

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Porto, Portugal
  • 9 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Bottled water
      Available for free in the van
    • Private transportation
    • Personal accident and liability insurance
    • Local portuguese Guide/Driver
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Contribution to a local development association
    • Gratuities
    • Lunch

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    We can meet at the designated meeting points, or pick you up at the accommodation in Porto or Braga city center, free of charge!

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    Meeting points

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    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    Trilho Da Geira

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Ponte da Misarela

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Fafiao

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Lagoas Naturais Fafiao/ Hostel Retiro do Geres

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Paradela

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Campo de Geres

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Barragem Canicada

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Judi
    This tour was a chance to see the beautiful flora of Portugal and be amazed by the cascading waterfalls and fast-flowing streams. While it took over an hour to arrive at the National Park, it was worth it. The scenery was stunning. Our guide gave many history lessons along the way. The lunch stop in a quaint village offered traditional Portuguese food.

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 14 reviews
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    A Wonderful Day full of Nature's Beauty

    Judi, Apr 2025
    This tour was a chance to see the beautiful flora of Portugal and be amazed by the cascading waterfalls and fast-flowing streams. While it took over an hour to arrive at the National Park, it was worth it. The scenery was stunning. Our guide gave many history lessons along the way. The lunch stop in a quaint village offered traditional Portuguese food.

    Response from Host, Apr 2025

    Hello Judi. Thank you so much for your kind words, company, generosity and for the lunch! :) (that big beef that even though we shared it between the 3 of us there was still some left!) I don't remember if I thanked you properly at the time... I hope to count on you for a future visit, where we can visit other equally stunning areas of the Park! Thank you again. It was a pleasure meeting and guiding you. BR, Ricardo Costa

    We had a really enjoyable...

    Peggy_E, Apr 2025
    We had a really enjoyable time with Ricardo. He led us on several walks to different areas of the park, lovely villages, good lunch spot and was very informative. Highly recommend touring with him.

    Response from Host, Apr 2025

    Hello Peggy! It was also a pleasure to meet you and show some good spots in Gerês National Park. I hope you got some good photos (despite the day being a bit grey), and that you keep a little bit of this natural Portugal in your hearts. Thank you so much for your kind words and sympathy! All the best, Ricardo Costa

    A lovely tour of Gerês national park.

    Carla_H, Dec 2024
    We had a most enlightening fall tour of Gerês national park including seeing beautiful waterfalls, eating a local delicious meal in one of the small villages, plus a coupe of interesting hikes. Our Guide, Bruno, gave us interesting history. We had a splendid time! We highly recommend the tour!

    Response from Host, Jan 2025

    Hi Carla. Thank you so much for your kind words! The National Park is definitely one of the most pleasant visits in the north of Portugal. We are happy that you were able to make the most of the park's diversity, key attractions and lesser-explored areas. The support of a good guide is important, but no less special is undoubtedly having friendly and interesting visitors like you. On behalf of Bruno and myself, thank you again for your visit and company! See you soon, Ricardo Costa

    Don't hesitate and book this tour!

    Bianka_N, Sep 2023
    Taking this tour was one of the best things we did in Porto! The national park is beautiful and vast, you can definitely spend several days there. Ricardo was an awesome guide - super fun and relaxed. It was like travelling with another friend 😊 We ate like kings at a very nice and modern restaurant. Ricardo adapted the tour to our needs and likes and we are leaving with precious memories of swimming in a waterfall !! Don't think twice before booking this tour, it will definitely be worth it 😉

    Response from Host, Dec 2023

    Thank you my friends! That's exactly what I'm looking while doing my job. Make friends forever! I enjoy getting to know people, cultures, curiosities... And with friendly and caring people like you, everything is very easy ;) It was a pleasure to meet you. I hope for your 2nd visit soon! Cheers, Ricardo

    Best experience from our first visit to Portugal

    JhungHa_K, Aug 2023
    This has been the best experience and memory my family is taking with us back to UK from our visit to Portugal this time. Ricardo is an exceptional guide and was so pleasant to have a trip with. Ricardo picked us up from our accommodation in the morning and after about an hour drive we were entering the beautiful national park. Ricardo led us through a lovely, picturesque walking path that once Roman soldiers stepped through and we could appreciate the majestic view of rocky mountains and the lake. We had great traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant and drove along a winding mountain road - which itself was an adventure - to get to a high point to enjoy a spectacular view. My children were looking forward to having a dip in a lagoon under a waterfall and the water was crystal clear - you can see fresh water fish swimming next to you - and we certainly had a great time. Ricardo took us to another hidden pool where we enjoyed quietness - we were the only people. Muito obrigado, Ricardo, for arranging such a great day for my family.

    Response from Host, Dec 2023

    Completely honored by your comment! Thanks! The National Park of Gerês and the different activities we can do there are undoubtedly perfect for the whole family/group! Adding the fact that it is a private tour, we can effectively customize it to your interests. Thank you so much once again for your kindness. I hope you return soon! Best wishes, Ricardo

    Waterfalls

    Peter_W, Jul 2023
    The waterfall was amazing. Guide was knowledgeable and funny. Would definitely do it again. Nice scenic walk as well.

    Response from Host, Jul 2023

    Hi Peter. Thank you so much for your kindness! Glad you had a good time. Hope you return to Portugal soon! Best wishes

    Great views

    Carmen_O, May 2023
    Ricardo was a great guide, patient, friendly and attentive with us. We had a small group, looked like we were close friends

    Response from Host, May 2023

    Hello Carmen. Thanks for the kind words! we do our best for that. Make every itinerary a pleasant trip for everyone and friends forever. Glad you had fun and kept good memories of us. Cheers!!!

    Une belle escapade dans la nature

    Patricia_S, Sep 2024
    Ricardo est d une gentillesse incroyable nous avons pu nous baigner à plusieurs reprises dans des superbes lieux

    Response from Host, Nov 2024

    Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire et votre sympathie. C'est toujours plus facile avec des visiteurs comme vous qui sont prêts à découvrir tout ce que le parc national a à offrir. Se baigner dans les cascades et les lagons est rafraîchissant et beau, mais froid! Tu as été courageux :) Santé! Ricardo

    Fabuleuse journée

    Michele_B, Jul 2023
    Superbe excursion avec nos 2 guides Ricardo et Clara . Notre famille a adoré découvrir la splendeur du Parc de Gères et déguster un délicieux repas traditionnel. Nos guides parlaient très bien français et anglais et ils ont su nous partager avec passion l’histoire des différents sites. Nous recommandons sans hésiter cette excursion a tout les amoureux de la nature.

    Response from Host, Dec 2023

    Merci beaucoup pour votre compagnie et votre affection. Clara et moi aussi sommes amusés et avons passé de bons moments avec vous. En famille, entre amis ou même seul, le Parc National de Gerês offre des expériences uniques! Je sais que tu as quitté d'autres bonnes destinations à visiter... donc il y a plein de raisons d'y retourner :) Salut! Ricardo et Clara

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