Follow an experienced guide as you hike, climb go down a river, among beautiful crystal-clear waters and rocky cliffs. It will be an experience to remember!
If you have always wanted to try a sport that will take you abseiling from high cliffs and among beautiful waterfalls, as well as swimming in crystal-clear natural pools, and testing your body in the best ways, canyoning down the Frades River in Arouca is the choice for you!
With expert instructors at the head of your excursion, NaTour Way invites you to take the challenge and go canyoning in the gorgeous surroundings of the Frades River!
You'll arrive at a set meeting point along the river and be welcomed to the activity with a briefing on the safety rules you'll need to follow on your canyoning excursion in the Frades River, as well as how the activity will work. Then, you'll embark on a short walk towards the start of the canyon, and it will be time to begin!
You'll climb, hike, abseil, and swim in the impressive natural surroundings of the Frades River as your instructor guides and tells you how to overcome the obstacles you'll find on your way. And that's not all! You'll also get to visit a tungsten mine that is set in the mountain where you'll be canyoning along the Frades River, an unmissable adventure.
You'll be equipped with all the necessary materials for your canyoning excursion along the Frades River, including a wetsuit, helmet, harness, and descender device. On your part, you should remember to bring your swimsuit, a towel, and most importantly, good sports shoes with no flat soles that will be ready to get wet on the many waterfalls and natural pools you'll pass through on your canyoning excursion!
So, don't hesitate and book your canyoning excursion down the Frades River, near Arouca, today and sign up for the adventure of a lifetime!
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Practical information
Try canyoning down the stunning Frades River, and spend a few hours in its natural surroundings, being led safely and expertly by a trained instructor who will help you surpass any obstacles you find and show around you the beautiful cliffs, waterfalls, and crystal-clear pools you'll visit during this amazing experience.
- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your instructor
- Safety and activity briefing
- Equipment distribution
- Short hike to the beginning of the canyoning experience
- Canyon descent through waterfalls, crystal-clear water wells, and rocky cliffs
- Stop at a tungsten mine in the mountain
- Hike back to the meeting point
- Equipment return and end of activity
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the activity starts.
You must be able to swim (or at least be comfortable in the water).
If you suffer from vertigo (not fear of heights), canyoning is not necessarily recommended.
Good physical condition is essential for canyoning. The minimum requirement is to be able to walk easily for 2 hours on difficult terrain, and to have stable feet.
You must wear one pair of sports shoes (without flat soles) for the canyoning activity. Shoes will get wet, so don't forget to take a second pair of shoes to change into after the activity.
Written parental authorisation is required for minors to participate in this activity without an accompanying adult.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent
Pets are not permitted to join in this activity
- Wetsuit
- Helmet
- Harness
- Descender device
- Insurance
- Expert instructor
- Snack and water
- Photo and video report
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Sports shoes with no flat soles that can get wet