The 5 Best Portugal National Park Tours

1.Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,132 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $126Our pick

Leave Porto for Portugal’s only national park on a small-group 4x4 tour with a local guide. Hike to a waterfall and clear lagoon, visit a traditional village, eat lunch with wine, and help with reforestation. Guides such as Ines, Diogo, Cata, and Pedro tailor the day to weather and ability.

“We had an absolutely amazing time with this excursion!! Pedro was our guide and he was phenomenal with taking us to the most beautiful spots we've ever seen. He took great care of us and made sure everybody had a good time. This was our most favorite excursion during our vacation in Portugal and I highly recommend it. Thank you for making our trip unforgettable.”

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2.From Porto: Peneda-Gerês National Park Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,128 reviews · 10 hours · from $123

Spend 10 hours exploring Peneda-Gerês National Park from Porto in a small group of up to eight. Your guide takes you by vintage Land Rover to mountain waterfalls, natural pools, and the village of Fafião, with an excellent Portuguese lunch, wine, and a reforestation project included.

“The Land Rover tour with Ines was just totally awesome. From pick up to the end of the day we had the best adventures and fun. The waterfalls were full and safe to swim in. The villages were interesting, quaint and friendly. The restaurant lunch provided was substantial and completely delicious. I can't recommend this tour from Porto highly enough. Thank you Ines!!!!”

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3.Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 906 reviews · 3 hours · from $41Best value

Paddle a two-person kayak from Funchal toward Garajau Nature Reserve, stopping at Lazareto for a beach break and snorkel. Guides such as Marco, Hugo, Luis, and Flora explain safety, paddling, and local fish. Expect exercise, clear water, and optional cliff jumping.

“The host was humorous, explained how to paddle very well, talked about the fish we were able to see while snorkelling. Definitely would recommend!”

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4.Small Group Geres National Park Full Day with picnic from Porto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 846 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Leave central Porto at 7:30 am for a full day in Peneda-Gerês National Park. Guides such as Daniel, Pedro, Teresa, and Francisco combine short hikes, waterfalls, lagoons, village stops, viewpoints, and local food. Expect a small group of up to 16, winding roads, and flexible plans shaped by weather.

“Very small group (just 3 of us), so it was a lot of personal attention. Our guide, Andre, was terrific. Took us to a swimming area with absolutely no one else there--very cool.”

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5.From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 452 reviews · 9h 30m · from $88

Spend about nine and a half hours traveling from Porto to Gerês National Park, hiking 10 km to seven natural pools, and swimming for 1.5 to 2 hours. Guides such as Miguel, Rui, André, and Angelo lead small groups in English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese.

“Our guide Miguel was such an amazing and fun person! He truly enjoys doing what he does, made a lot of jokes during our trip and always kept up a great mood. He also took enough time for everyone to comfortably manage the hike. I can absolutely recommend this tour if you love nature!”

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