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Descend a 3 km section of the Paiva River after a Jeep tour to Paradinha, passing rapids, geosites and a village visit. This three-hour canoe-rafting mix pairs gentle adrenaline with local geology and guided interpretation.
Descend a 3 km section of the Paiva River after a Jeep tour to Paradinha, passing rapids, geosites and a village visit. This three-hour canoe-rafting mix pairs gentle adrenaline with local geology and guided interpretation.
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Operated by NaTour Way · Arouca, Aveiro District
You set off from a sun-warmed dirt track into a hollow where the Paiva River has been carving through schist and quartzite for millennia. The guides load canoes while the river hisses and tugs at the banks — a living line on the map that dares you to follow it. Nearby stone houses at Aldeia da Paradinha watch the water like old neighbors.
moderate.
3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels — requires basic mobility for boarding, short hikes and intermittent paddling.
The guided descent runs about 3 kilometers from Aldeia da Paradinha to Praia Fluvial do Areínho and takes place within the three-hour tour window.
No — guides lead the group and safety equipment is provided; basic swimming ability is recommended but not mandatory for participation.
The tour includes private transportation, equipment and safety accessories, a Jeep transfer to Paradinha, guided river descent, and a photo/video report.
Children are usually welcome depending on age and weight limits; service animals are allowed but check with the operator about suitability for the river section.
The Paiva valley is part of Arouca Geopark; local villages have long histories of stone construction and beekeeping tied to regional subsistence.
Operators emphasize low-impact practices; stay on designated access points, avoid polluting the river with sunscreen/oils, and follow guide instructions to protect riparian habitats.
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