I can write you a book. Rafting was great, but it was much more. Take rafting out, and give me just the experience with Anselmo and Claudia, the entire package Melgaço put together, the great company from both guides, the friendship and interest in you, the stories and sharing, the flat out good fun together and doing more than just sitting in a rubber boat.

It can be as low key as you want it or as adventurous as you want. Whether you just cruise along in the raft, climb out for a drift, jump from the rocks, practice entry techniques... can be something for each different person in your group.

We were very fortunate that the day we went we were the only group with Melgaço, and only one other company with a single group from Spain that we passed by as they started out. We saw some of their activities (or lack thereof) and really knew that Melgaço makes it a whole experience. (I'd pay double)

Beautiful and unique location. If you're looking for 3/4/5 class, well, you should know better. But there's MORE than enough for a good time together, first timers or experienced just looking for something fun to do together and see some beautiful scenery along a border river with some cool history.

Very grateful to have finished our trip this day. And thanks for the restaurant and Tui visit advice! My new friends, I hope to send you good company and shake your hands again some day. Thank you for a wonderful memory with my teens. Best to you both!