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KAYAK TOUR: Descend the Beautiful Lima River

5.0 · 208 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Braga Operated by Centro Aventura Park Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:30, 15:00 · Hotel pickup from 12 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A family kayak descent of the Lima river between Ponte da Barca and Ponte de Lima on a calm stretch with a few small rapids, swim stops and snacks, then a van back to the start.

Wetsuit, vest, helmet and unedited photos are in; wet shoes, a towel and a change of clothes are on you. 4.98 from 208 reviews at €55 per person.

In our comparison: #1 of 6 in Canyoning & Adventure, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, Portuguese.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
KAYAK TOUR I Kayaking down the Lima RiverThe page price€55 for 2+ people
KAYAK TOUR I with TransferPickup included€190 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 31 August 2026.

Included and not included

  • Isothermal neoprene suit 4: 3 (in winter / cold weather)
  • Canoe Lycra, Flotation Vest and Helmet
  • Kayak Sit-On-Top
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • photos and videos of the activity (unedited)
  • Paddle
  • Personal accident and liability insurance
  • Energetic boost in the middle of the route (energy bars, cookies, water, juices and hot tea)
  • They must bring: - FOOTWEAR to wet and protect their feet during the descents or walks (example sneakers or sandals);
  • You must bring: - CHANGE OF CLOTHES and DRY SHOES to change clothes at the end of the activity, before getting into the vehicles that return to your cars;
  • They must bring: - SWIMSUIT dressed at home;
  • They must bring: - BEACH TOWEL;
  • They must bring: - SUNSCREEN;
  • They must bring: - for those who need it, wire to hold glasses.

Reviews

5.0
208 ratings
Tripadvisor 201 · Viator 7

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 207 of 208

Star breakdown of all 208 ratings

5 stars
204 · 98%
4 stars
3 · 1%
3 stars
1 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
09:30, 15:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 12 pickup points (12 pickup points listed by the operator, 12 of them hotels)
Operator
Centro Aventura Park; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Explore the beautiful Lima River on this family-friendly kayak tour along the safe and scenic Açudes Section, between Ponte da Barca and Ponte de Lima. With 5 to 6 small, easy rapids, this route is perfect for all ages and skill levels.

Enjoy calm waters, stunning nature, and expert guidance from Centro Aventura instructors. Midway, we pause for refreshing swims and light snacks.

At the end, our vans transfer you back to the starting point, making your adventure comfortable and hassle-free.

A perfect day of fun, relaxation, and connection with nature for families and friends!

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Minimum age: 4 years

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Age rule Minimum age: 4 years

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, weights, heights

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #1 of 6 in Canyoning & Adventure by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €22 to €98, median €63; typical length 3h 30m. 0 of 6 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 6 Canyoning & Adventure

From €55 per adult · KAYAK TOUR I Kayaking down the Lima River