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Mega Canyoning in Braga

Adventurers canyoning through rocky terrain in Braga, Portugal.
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Adventurers canyoning through rocky terrain in Braga, Portugal.
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Experience the thrill of the canyons in this adventure with natural walks, swimming, and rappelling while you take in the local nature of Braga, Portugal with our expert guide.

Highlights

  • Take in the scenic views of Braga in this one-of-a-kind nature adventure exploring the wonder of the landscape.

  • Feel the thrill of abseiling safely with a certified guide as you explore beautiful vantage points of the landscape.

  • Enjoy the trails of the Peneda-Gerês National Park, with opportunities to catch a peek of the local wildlife.

  • Take a leap into nature, while you rappel into the lakes of the Varziela River.

  • Jump and swim in the natural pools and lagoons, relaxing amidst nature.

Inclusions

  • Insurance

  • Certified guide

  • Wet suit

  • Helmet

  • Neoprene socks

  • Boots

  • Climbing gear

Exclusions

  • Transfers

  • Personal expenses

  • Gratuity

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Mega Canyoning: What is it?

Mega Canyoning is one of the most exciting experiences in Braga, Portugal that combines the thrill of nature adventure, with family fun! This experience involves walking along the stretch of a river while treading the natural landscape. It involves exciting experiences like swimming in natural pools, jumping into lagoons from cliffs, exploring the heights of the landscape, abseiling, with a guide, and using safety gear and techniques at the end of the canyoning route.

What to Expect in Your Activity

The experience starts at the trails of Peneda-Gerês National Park, as the group walks through exploring the local flora and fauna. Then the adventure begins as we go canyoning along the Varziela River, an experience for those with a bit of adventure. The group goes rappelling along two trails into the lakes of Varziela River, swimming across the natural pools, jumping into lagoons, and tobogganing, based on the weather.

The whole 6-hour experience comes at a glorious crescendo with the abseiling, along with your certified guide, and safety gear to enjoy the setting sun and the beautiful landscape.

Important Information

  • Carry an extra pair of clothes to change into, and sunglasses/hats to shade your eyes.

Restrictions

  • This experience is not recommended for children under the age of 12, pregnant women, and wheelchair-bound individuals.

Timings

  • Daily: 10am
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Peneda-Gerês Canyoning Center.

  • Address: Lugar da, 4960-094 Varziela, Portugal.

  • Landmark: White building with yellow windows.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Public Transport

  • There are regular trains and buses from Porto to Valença, which is the nearest major town to Varziela. From Valença, you can take a local bus or taxi to reach Varziela. The journey by public transport can take up to 3 hours depending on the time of day.

By Taxi

  • You can take a taxi from Porto Airport or any other major city in Portugal to Varziela.

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