Breathtaking Nature in Gerês Park - Private tour from Porto
Description
From untouched nature, to hidden waterfalls that guide us to beautiful lagoons, we will show you the most impressive landscapes in the region, and certainly the most immersive experience in the north of the country! About 1 hour after you're picked up in Porto, we will start to discover small wonders on easy hikes, admire "secret" waterfalls, bathe in crystalline waters and even get to know the territory of the Iberian Wolf. Come discover this true paradise!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vila do Gerês It is the largest village within the National Park (even has the mountain name itself). We will pass by to capture some curiosities and attractions.
Easy hike to discover and penetrate a little into more protected sections of the National Park
Beautiful lagoons where you can bathe or simply admire.
On the land of the wolf we will discover how the locals chased and killed the wolf on the old days. A short walk discovering a small village and lunch break will be done here.
Breathtaking views which are impressive due to the size and characteristics of the mountain.
Amazing waterfalls where you can bathe, or simply admire and photograph.
Stroll on a trail that is more than 2000 years old. The Roman Geira is visible and walkable in several sections of the National Park, and we will be part of that history.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can meet at the designated meeting points or pickup at your accommodation in Porto or Braga city center, free of charge!
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(9)
Ricardo very knowledgeable, kind, and was genuinely interested in us. He shared wonderful stories and had answers to all our questions. Hikes were beautiful and great fun.
My husband and I had a great day touring the park and quaint historic town in the park. Ricardo Costa was a superb tour guide. We would highly recommend this tour and guide.
This is a great day tour to see the beautiful scenery of Geres National Park. Ricardo was an excellent guide and he brought us to select scenic spots--viewpoints, mountain streams, pools, which we really enjoyed.
Our pleasure to have such a interested public like you! Thank you for the feedback and good company. I hope for your return soon! All the best, Ricardo
We really enjoyed our private day tour from Porto with Ricardo exploring the Gerês Natural park. As it was our first time exploring this region, we were looking forward to having an overview of the beautiful park and Ricardo delivered exactly that, in a very relaxing way. The day was filled with beautiful landscapes, exploring little villages, a bit of hiking, a refreshing swim in a beautiful waterfall, and so on. We enjoyed an excellent lunch in a small village and had ice cream by the beach (yep there are beaches in Gerês :). We absolutely recommend Ricardo as tour guide, very friendly, knowledgeable and easy going. When coming back to the region we will contact him again!
Thank you so much for your kindness to me and details about what you liked most about the tour. That's exactly our aim! A good, authentic and diverse experience for everyone who visits us. Hope to have you back soon :) Best wishes, Ricardo
Bruno was amazing!! We had a 3 month old baby with us and Bruno knew exactly where to take us. We had a few very easy hikes through the national park while Bruno told us all about the history and culture of the area. He was very passionate and it showed. We stopped at some amazing view points and got to take a dip in TWO waterfall areas (still with baby). Bruno also took us to a lovely lunch and was very patient with our little one. You’ll want to book this tour with Bruno, trust me!
Hi Candice! Thank you for your kind words, and also for your trust in us. In fact, it really is an added responsibility to have a 4-month-old baby on the tour! We are happy that everything went well, and provided a fantastic day for everyone! We will be waiting for a next visit with the baby walking on his own feet! :) Best wishes!
There is a lot of driving but you'll see some spectacular waterfalls. We had lunch in tiny mountain village - huge portions!
Yes... the portions are generous and delicious. And Rachel, some more time and you had managed to eat everything! :) I also understand that the driving time from Porto and then a bit more inside the National Park Gerês can be heavy... Nevertheless I think I've contributed to a memorable day for you, as it was a pleasure for me to welcome you. Thank you so much, and please come back soon! Yours, Ricardo
A great trip, with a knowledgeable tour guide. We had a fantastic day and enjoyed every minute of it. We were very unlucky with the weather, however the tour, lunch and company of Ricardo more than made up for it. Brilliant experience that I would definitely recommend.
Hi Katie! Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to meet and guide you through the National Park. I hope to see you on your next visit, maybe with a little sunshine! :) Big hugs, Ricardo
We had a spectacular day in Gerês! Guide Ricardo was very professional and attentive to what fascinated us the most. Although it was cloudy in the morning, in the afternoon we had sun and of course we took the opportunity to cool off in a beautiful waterfall/lagoon (I just don't remember the name :))) The national park has a lot to explore! We had a bit of history, contact with rural life, hiking, sightseeing, water, animals... I truly recommend! I would go back tomorrow!!!
So glad you had a great time :) Tomorrow I will be here to explore more with you! Cheers!!!
