Peneda Gerês National Park, Portugal

Peneda-Geres National Park is a national treasure in northern Portugal that many tourists are unaware of. It is a meeting spot of nature and modern tourism. Peneda-Geres National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, contains about 700 km2 of protected terrain with scenic mountain routes, river beaches, and ancient communities like as Geres. The Peneda-Geres National Park is divided by four mountain ranges: the Peneda, Geres, Amarela, and Soajo. Peneda-Geres National Park has a lot to offer every type of tourist, from bathing in the lagoons among the mountain ranges to exploring some of the greatest hiking paths in the country and eating the native cuisine. Make sure to pack comfortable hiking shoes and dress in layers with a bathing suit at hand, you never know when you’ll find a beautiful waterfall!

The Peneda-Gerês National Park is located in the country's far north, close to Spain. Porto is a fantastic site to start your journey because it is just one hour from here to the natural reserve, which was established in 1971. There are around 15 different treks ranging from moderate to tough. The biosphere reserve is a must-see for nature enthusiasts since there is so much to see: forests of meter-high ferns, breathtaking waterfalls, charming river valleys, and little mountain settlements. You could even see deer or mountain goats if you're lucky. In Porto, Worldpackers has 8 hosts ranging from local guesthouses to surf hostels. Here you can help out for a few hours a day and have a great time in Peneda Gerês National Park on your days off.

Location: Vilar da Veiga 4845, Portugal