Looking for a thrilling activity in Porto? Prefer pure adrenaline to a family kayak session?
Have you always been drawn to the extreme emotions of pushing yourself to the limit and marvelling at nature’s wonders? Then you’ve come to the right place!
Porto and the surrounding region are full of breathtaking landscapes that will be the stage for a natural and sporting spectacle in which you are the hero. We leave museum visits to mother-in-law and jump straight into the deep end. A la une, à la deux…
Climbing: the art of scaling peaks
And what if we told you that just 30 minutes from Porto there are some magnificent climbing spots?
Accessible to all levels, from classic to sporty, the natural parks of the Campo region, for example, are the ideal playground for climbing enthusiasts. In complete safety, supported by qualified and passionate instructors, you’ll have the chance to push your limits, surrounded, for example, by the beautiful Ferreira River, the grey rocks and the surrounding hills.
The Serras do Porto park is just one of many places where you can climb the rocks and breathe in the pure, invigorating air. Wow effect guaranteed!
Rafting, water sensations
Here’s a sporting activity that combines intense emotions with lots of group fun!
Whether you’re with friends, colleagues or family, the principle is simple: take on the rapids with your oars, in a safe boat and accompanied by attentive instructors.
Rafting is one of the most popular activities from Porto, and understandably so. Not far away, rivers such as Tâmega or Paiva (the country’s most beautiful whitewater river and one of the most popular on the continent, no less!) offer everyone the chance to indulge in a wild rafting session.
Once again, the activity is accessible to beginners (including families and children) and experienced riders alike, and promises a great slice of life for those who love sport and nature!
Ready for the big jump... with a parachute?
If you’re afraid of heights, don’t read on! In terms of thrills and spills, parachuting directly over the Porto region is the ultimate adrenaline rush!
Well supervised by a team of professionals, you climb aboard a small plane to reach an altitude of over 4,000 meters.
You know the rest. It’s the big jump, vertiginous, incredibly epic, into total emptiness! In your mind’s eye, the one-minute freefall will last an hour and a second at the same time, as emotions surge in a whirlwind of pure, life-saving adrenalin.
On arrival, the parachute deploys, and you land as if you’d travelled through space: stars in your eyes, smiles all the way, and the sensation of living fully in the present moment. Do it at least once in your life!
Canyoning, thrillsand natural beauty
Do you love splendid, unspoilt natural settings, from beautiful crystal-clear lagoons to large natural lakes? Have you ever tried canyoning?
This discipline, which is accessible to all, brings you a few moments of excitement in the middle of canyons of all sizes. Abseiling, spectacular jumps into the water, sometimes even toboggans, you’ll find yourself in a picturesque, invigorating and pleasant setting, in direct contact with the elements.
Many canyoning activities are available near Porto for those who enjoy a refreshing sensation!
Hot-air ballooning: take to the 7th sky
We were just talking about parachute jumping, and here’s another “celestial” activity that promises to take you high, very high! Less abruptly this time, but just as intoxicating and magical in its own way. A smooth, sensational experience
Just imagine for a second: with the sun in your eyes and your hair blowing in the wind, you’re sailing peacefully several hundred meters above the green countryside of the Porto region, with incredible views for dozens of kilometers.
A feeling of extreme freedom that you won’t forget during this unique experience aboard a hot-air balloon.
Tyrolean traverse, pure adrenaline
It takes a certain amount of courage to launch yourself at high speed over the void, securely fastened of course, but still!
The thrills and spills of zip-lining are truly unrivalled. You’ll be hurtling down the mountains at breakneck speed (up to 130km/h – watch out for flashbulbs!), sometimes over a kilometer high!
The Alvao Natural Park, for example, is a must for zip-lining enthusiasts. Who’s first?
Would you like to give it a try?
Challenge your mental and physical limits, go beyond yourself for a moment and experience extreme, memorable sensations at the gates of Porto.
Suitable for beginners and experienced riders alike, families and groups of friends, Portours can take care of everything from A to Z, so all you have to do is enjoy the fun and the adrenalin.
The region really does offer some incredible spots that are renowned throughout Europe, so go for it – you won’t regret it!
