Hiking Excursion around the Peneda-Gerês National Park, near Porto

The Peneda-Gerês National Park is located in the north of Portugal, in the region of Minho, bordering Spain. It is a natural park surrounded by a mountainous area, with spectacular scenery, waterfalls, rivers, and a unique diversity of flora and fauna. This park is one of the most exciting destinations for local and international tourists, especially for those nature lovers who want to explore deeply the majesty of Portugal. The park was created in 1971 with an area of 70,000 hectares, and in 2009, it was declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, this impulse the protection measures to keep the beauty and conserve nature.

Once you book your hiking excursion around the Peneda-Gerês National Park starts when your guide picks you up at your accommodation in Porto or Braga, at around 9 am. The team will drive you to the starting point of the hike and, once you're ready, you'll set off!

This hiking excursion around the Peneda-Gerês National Park is designed to show you the most incredible spots of the park while you learn about its flora, fauna, and landscapes from the expert guide who will lead you around the excursion. Throughout the experience, you will be able to visit several landmarks of the park, from stunning waterfalls where you can swim, to the Pedra Bela Viewpoint which has an incredible panoramic view.

And when you've really worked up an appetite, you'll make a stop at a tranquil, idyllic spot to have a picnic that has been prepared by the Detours Porto staff. And after this nice break, you'll finish your hiking excursion around the Peneda-Gerês National Park as your guide drives you back to your accommodation.

Book this hiking excursion around the Peneda-Gerês National Park, and take your chance to enjoy some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in Portugal. You won't regret it!