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Peneda-Gerês National Park: Lakes, Trails & Savors

Peneda-Gerês National Park: Lakes, Trails & Savors

Dive into Portugal’s wild side with a day of kayaking, hiking, and savoring local flavors in the breathtaking Peneda-Gerês National Park.

Explore Portugal’s only national park on a full-day adventure in Peneda-Gerês. Paddle your kayak across the serene waters of Caniçada Lake, hike through breathtaking mountain trails, and discover mesmerizing waterfalls, vibrant fauna, and panoramic viewpoints. After the action, savor a traditional lunch in a charming mountain village, where stunning scenery meets (delicious) local flavors. With professional guides and a small group setting, this is nature at its most unforgettable.

Shore Thing Highlights

  • Savor a traditional lunch in a picturesque Gerês mountain village

  • Hike scenic mountain trails and admire stunning waterfalls

  • Kayak on Caniçada Lake, surrounded by serene, wild landscapes

Need to know

  • This Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible

  • Approximately 1 hour 30 minute drive each way to/from the pier

  • Includes 1 drink and lunch

  • Sailors should wear a swimsuit and bring a towel if they would like to swim at the beach stop

  • Sailors will hike for approximately 1.5 hours

  • Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate

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