Top 14 National Parks Tours in Portugal

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

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

Waterfall swims, a lagoon hike, and a real village lunch in Peneda-Gerês National Park, with vintage Land Rover rides from Porto.

“Our tour through Peneda-Gerês was absolutely incredible from start to finish! Between the breathtaking waterfalls, crystal-clear lagoons, scenic hiking trails, refreshing swims, and the unique experience of visiting the wolf village, every moment was unforgettable. Riding through the park in a vintage Land Rover made it all feel like a true adventure. What truly made the day special, though, was our guide, Cata. She was not only extremely knowledgeable about the park, the wildlife, and the history of the wolf village, but also incredibly friendly and FUN to be around. Her passion for both the adventure and her deep connection to the village shone through in everything she shared, which…”

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2.Peneda-Gerês National Park Tour with Lunch

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

From Porto to Peneda-Geres for waterfall walks, wild swimming, Faifio village culture, and a traditional lunch with wine.

“A very good trip to the National Park with Diogo as our guide. He was excellent and very enthusiastic. We can recommend him and this trip highly”

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3.Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

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

Kayak from Funchal to Garajau, paddle past Lazareto, then snorkel crystal-clear waters with fish and possible cliff jumps.

“Marco was a very friendly and informative guide, the snorkel spot was amazing and would recommend to anyone.”

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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

Porto to Peneda-Gerês National Park in a small group with local guide, lagoon swims, short hikes, and picnic lunch included.

“João and Herman were so much fun as guides. They were fun and funny, providing excellent service and so much information about the park and areas. They were attentive and added so much extra value We got to experience so many vistas throughout the park. We were treated to an incredible meal made fresh and sourced locally. Our final stop was at Fafião, where they host a wolf festival, and we got to speak to the curator of the eco-museum before walking around the village and seeing an actual wolf trap This is a tour I would take again”

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5.Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park

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

From Porto, hike 10 km in Gerês National Park and swim in natural pools. Small group, guided, van transport, insurance included.

“This was one of my highlights from my Porto trip. After touring the city for a whole day, it was so nice to spend my second day of the trip outside in nature. Our guide, originally from the Czech Republic, was wonderful and spoke so many languages to accommodate everyone. The hike was moderate in level - remember to pack plenty of water as it's hot! Getting to the lagoons was bliss and we had almost 2 hours to swim and eat our packed lunches. The special surprise about this excursion was all the great people we were able to meet and befriend from all around the world!”

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6.Gerês National Park Canyoning Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 407 reviews · 6 hours · from $115

Canyoning in Gerês National Park from Porto with wetsuit-and-zip-line adventure, hotel transfers, and pro guides. Gear and photos included.

“We fully recommend to do this! From all the activities we did this one was the highlight of our holidays! The setting is just beautiful, the guides are super professional and friendly, the activity is fantastic! My kids of 11 and 16 fully enjoyed it! Thank you so so much for such an impeccable guidance!”

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7.Peneda-Gerês National Park Tour with Kayaking & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 385 reviews · 10 hours · from $123

Porto to Peneda-Gerês for Caniçada kayaking, lunch with wine, and a waterfall swim in a small group.

“This was the perfect experience, we had so much fun! Loved being able to swim with both the kayak trip and hike to the waterfall. The ride on the jeep was a wild time going over bumps! Would highly recommend this trip!!”

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8.Tagus Estuary Nature Reserve Birdwatching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 117 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

3-hour small-group Tagus estuary boat tour from Lisbon. Spot flamingos, herons, and more with Carlos Cera, binoculars included.

“Carlos is so knowledgeable about the wildlife. He took time to answer any questions and I really enjoyed the trip. Carlos is a fantastic guide.”

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9.Kayak and Snorkeling Tour in Underwater Nature Reserve Garajau

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Kayak into Madeira’s Garajau underwater nature reserve, then snorkel in Atlantic waters with safety gear and a small guide-led group.

“Booked a 9am kayaking tour with our guide Antonio Ramos. He was very knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna as well as the landmarks surrounding the area. He brought us to another snorkeling spot after our first one only had a few fish. At the second location we saw a huge amount of wildlife. The views above and below the water were exceptional and we thank Antonio for showing us all of it. We will return to Madeira in the future and will definitely be booking with Lokoloko again for more ocean adventures.”

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10.Ria Formosa National Park and Islands Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 91 reviews · 3 hours · from $35Best value

Short 3-hour boat cruise from Olhão through Ria Formosa National Park, with stops on Armona or Desert Beach and Culatra Island.

“It was a very interesting and informative tour of the islands.”

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11.swimming, hiking, picnic in Gerês National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · 9 hours · from $76

Porto to Peneda-Gerês for 7 lagoons swimming, short hikes, homemade picnic and lunch, and a stop in a communal village.

“Rubén was great. He was funny, prepared hand made lunch to each and every one of us, water bottles for all. Had a nice little surprise personal touch at the end of the hike. He knows the trail well, friendly and well organized.”

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12.Salgados Nature Reserve Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $73

Ride a Segway through Salgados Nature Reserve, glide over wooden boardwalks, spot nesting birds, and enjoy ocean views near Albufeira.

“We had an amazing time on our recent Segway tour! Our guide, Jo, was absolutely excellent – knowledgeable, funny, and full of energy. He made the whole experience so much fun while also sharing loads of interesting facts about the area and the beach. It felt like a proper guided tour, not just a ride. We learned so many new things and had a great laugh along the way. Jo really made it special. Would 100% recommend this to anyone visiting – definitely a highlight of our trip!”

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13.Ria Formosa National Park Segway Tour & Seafood Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $141

Segway through Ria Formosa Natural Park, then enjoy a seafood lunch at Wax RestoBar with sea views and a stop at Quinta do Lago.

“having never ridden a Segway, I was shocked how easy it was. we had a great time!”

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14.Peneda Geres National Park: Private Tour with a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · 8.5 hours · from $141

Private guided hike in Portugal’s only national park, with 4x4 scenic drives, secret spots, and a swim in natural lagoons.

“Me and my sister did a private tour with Carlos. He was an excellent guide. I am definitely planning on a return trip!”

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