7 Rivers Expeditions is a memorable childhood project, with unique memories, lived directly in contact with nature. From this experience and knowledge of an unique Portugal, seen by the water ways, was born 7 Rivers Expeditions. Why 7 Rivers? 7 is our SPIRITUAL number. Therefore, we`ve decided to choose the most beautiful 7 rivers to paddle. Our mission is to create a feeling of gratitude for the landscapes and unique moments along the valleys of 7 different rivers in Portugal. We encourage you to come with us to explore and visit Portugal. Welcome to 7 Rivers Expeditions! 7 Rivers Expeditions is a registered company - Portuguese Tourism Board with the number RNAAT 338
Overview
Trip Highlights
- All participants are legally insured according to Portuguese Law
- Meals, accommodation, kayaks, equipment, transfers, cultural visits.
- Fully Guided Expeditions
- Choose the dates that work for you
- Choose your own expedition or let us help you
7 Rivers Expeditions is a memorable childhood project, with unique memories, lived directly in contact with nature. From this experience and knowledge of an unique Portugal, seen by the water ways, was born 7 Rivers Expeditions. Why 7 Rivers? 7 is our SPIRITUAL number. Therefore, we`ve decided to choose the most beautiful 7 rivers to paddle. Our mission is to create a feeling of gratitude for the landscapes and unique moments along the valleys of 7 different rivers in Portugal. We encourage you to come with us to explore and visit Portugal. Welcome to 7 Rivers Expeditions! 7 Rivers Expeditions is a registered company - Portuguese Tourism Board with the number RNAAT 338
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Kayaking
Activity
- Expedition
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Rivers and Streams (no whitewater)
Destination
- Europe
Length
- 6 Days
Accomodation
- Lodge or Resort-Based
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Family
- Students
- Photography
- Wildlife Viewing
- Wine Tasting
Adventure Level
Itinerary
N 41º 14' 19'' , W 8º 40' 14''
Meeting Place
Portugal - Oporto Airport or at our hotel in Porto
Porto, Porto city
7Rivers Expeditions has as mission to show social, cultural and natural life, through Kayak expeditions, helping develop the local communities. We have a special concern for the environment, leaving a better world for our descendants. For 6 days you will live a cultural, social and natural adventure
Day 1:
1º day – Welcome day - visit to the city of Porto Day to rest from the plane or car trip and meet the team. Time to visit the Port wine cellars and the city. Dinner in a typical restaurant.
Day 2:
2º day – On the way to Santa Comba Dão - Visiting Dão wine region The Dão River region is famous for its wine and landscapes. After settling in a typical accommodation we will visit a wine farm and the region. We will have dinner in a typical restaurant tasting the local food and wine.
Day 3:
3º day – The Expedition begins, on Dão River! Today we begin our expedition on the River Dão. The green valley will be a constant until we find the Mondego river where we finish today's journey.
Day 4:
4º day – Paddling on Mondego river towards to Aguieira dam. After starting our expedition in a tributary of the Mondego, the river Dão, today we will explore the Mondego, the biggest river entirely in Portugal. Today's journey ends at the Aguieira dam.
Day 5:
5º day – Paddling towards to Coimbra - The students city Today we will paddle to the historic city of Coimbra, known as the city of students. The Mondego river continues to offer us beautiful landscapes. We will visit the oldest University in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world.
Day 6:
6º day – Final destination - Porto We all return to Porto. All our expeditions meet the wishes of the participants. Participants can choose the days of the expedition. Please have a look to all our expeditions at our website and get in touch, we will be happy to plan your expedition with you.
Dates & Packages
PADDLING ON THE MONDEGO - PORTUGAL`S BIGGEST RIVER
What Guests Are Saying
"Every part of this river trip met and exceeded my expectations! From the beautiful Dão and Mondego river and surrounding land, to the guides who were so open to sharing their knowledge of the area. This expedition was beautiful in every way! Thank you."
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