Hiking and Swimming in Geres National Park
Overview
Gerês Nationa Park is situated one and half hour driving from Porto and this is what it will take to be in the heart of the park.
Because we don't want to annoy you with so much driving, we will stop midway to stretch our legs and have a coffee (not included).
Once in Gerês National Park, we will cross the park to visit the most amazing spots as the astonishing waterfalls and viewpoints from this beautiful park as walking a bit in order to feel in true contact with Nature and breath this fresh air ;)
On our way, we will have time to visit Gerês Village, known for the termal waters for a few snacks (not included) and relax a bit.
Arrival to Porto will be around 18:30pm
What's Included
- Insurance to all participants
- Driver/guide
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
R. de Mouzinho da Silveira 34
4050-593 Porto, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Gerês National Park is situated one and half hour driving from Porto and this is what it will take to be in the heart of the park however we will stop midway to stretch our legs and have a coffee.
We will have a 9 km (4.6 miles) hike which will take us to 10 magnificent natural pools situated in the heart of the park. The hike will be divided in 2 stages, 4.5 km (2.3 miles) from the starting point to the pools, where we will stay for around 1 hour to dive in the amazing natural pools (depending on people willingness we can stay a bit longer) and then the other 4.5 km (2.3 miles) back to the starting point. The path is in an uneven terrain but without steep slopes.
For lunch, please prepare your own food. Please bring lots of water as it might be very hot.
We can consider this hike
Difficult: for people not used to walk in the city for at least 10 km
Medium: for people Used to Hike for 10 km in the countryside
Easy: For people Used to hike for Hike for more than 10 km in an uneven terrain with steep slopes.
After the hike we will have the chance to stop in a local tavern for a refreshing drink and relax a bit before returning to Porto
Arrival to Porto will be around 5:30 PM.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Activity code: C-58705P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Insurance to all participants.
- Driver/guide.
- Food and drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hiking and Swimming in Geres National Park is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hiking and Swimming in Geres National Park will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Insurance to all participants
- Driver/guide
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
