Glide down the Douro River from Tua to Pinhão over a 12 km stretch, enjoying the tranquil waters, stunning vineyard landscapes, and the peaceful silence of the river. Stop at small, secluded beaches to sunbathe or take a refreshing swim. You will be transported by rabelo boat from Pinhão to the Foz Tua pier in a one-hour upstream ride, after which you will kayak downstream yourself. During the upstream trip, you’ll have the chance to get to know the river, plan stops, and identify good swimming spots. To ensure safe navigation, you should stay on the left side of the river, while boats will be traveling on the right side. This activity is for experienced participants, as the descent will take at least 3 hours and there is a possibility of currents. If a pickup is required, it is not included. Equipment: double seat-on-top kayaks, Ocean Malibu XL.
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Total Duration: approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes Start Time: 10:45 AM Departure: Pinhão Route: Pinhão → Tua (by rabelo boat) → Pinhão (by kayak)
Itinerary:
10:45 AM – Rabelo Boat Upstream Board at Pinhão Pier. Leisurely navigation along the Douro River to Foz Tua, traveling upstream by rabelo boat. During the journey, learn about the river, stop points, and potential swimming spots.
11:45 AM – Arrival at Tua & Disembarkation Preparation for the kayak descent.
12:00 PM to 3:30 PM – Kayak Descent to Pinhão 12 km descent along the Douro, enjoying the vineyard landscapes, the peaceful river, and stopping at small, secluded beaches for sunbathing and swimming. The route is safe even for beginners, with kayaks navigating on the left side of the river and boats on the right.
3:30 PM – Arrival at Pinhão Disembark at Pinhão Pier. End of the experience.