Canyoning, also known as canyoning, is an adventure activity that combines hiking, climbing and aquatic sections. It is the preferred activity for #OutdoorLovers looking for a unique and enriching experience. It consists of descending canyons or ravines following the course of a river, overcoming various natural challenges such as waterfalls, rock slides, pools and rapids. This sport allows you to explore and enjoy breathtaking landscapes and inaccessible corners of nature.
Who can practice canyoning?
Canyoning is a versatile and accessible activity for a wide variety of people, as long as you choose the right level of difficulty. From families with older children looking for an outdoor adventure, to experienced athletes looking for extreme challenges, canyoneering offers options for all levels of skill and experience. It is important to have a good physical condition and, at more advanced levels, specific technical knowledge and previous experience.
Are there different levels according to difficulty or skills?
Yes, canyoning is an activity that adapts to different levels of skill and experience. We offer routes for every level, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this unique adventure. Here is a more detailed description of the activities featured at each level.
Level I: Initiation
Activities Highlights: BerrĂłs canyon, in LlavorsĂ and Bausen canyon, in Val d’Aran.
This canyons are ideal for those who are just starting out in canyoning and for families or groups that are looking for an outdoor activity. The route is simple and accessible, perfect for beginners.
Course Characteristics:
Small Slides: Enjoy sliding down natural rock slides.
Crystal Clear Pools: Swim and relax in crystal clear water pools.
Natural Environment: Admire the breathtaking scenery, surrounded by mountains and lots of greenery.
Level II: Intermediate
Activity Highlight: Upper EstarĂłn Canyon, in LlavorsĂ.
This canyon is perfect for those who already have some canyoning experience and are looking for a little more excitement without being overly technical.
Characteristics of the route:
Moderate Rappels: Rope descents that add a touch of adrenaline.
Jumps: Guaranteed fun with safe jumps into pools of water.
Natural Slides: Slide down rock slides that increase the thrill of the course.
Level III: Advanced
Activity Highlight: Infierno Canyon, in LlavorsĂ.
For the more adventurous and experienced canyoners, this canyon offers a greater technical challenge.
Characteristics of the route:
Long rappels: Face longer descents that require technique and concentration.
Swimming sections: Dare to swim in deeper sections of the canyon.
Challenging Environment: You will travel through more technical and demanding terrain, perfect for testing your skills.
Level IV: Expert
Activity Highlight: Gorgas de NĂșria canyon, in Girona
This canyon, although outside of Catalonia, is known for its high technical difficulty and is ideal for the most experienced canyoners.
Characteristics of the route:
Long Rapels: Impressive descents that require experience and advanced skills.
Siphons: You will overcome siphons, which are stretches where water flows with great force through narrow spaces.
Waterfalls: You will descend high waterfalls that offer a spectacular view and experience.
Enjoy the Adventure Safely
At RocRoi, we make sure that every participant has a safe and memorable experience, regardless of their level. Our certified canyoning guides will accompany you at all times, providing support and guaranteeing your safety while you enjoy nature and the adrenaline of canyoning.
Benefits of Canyoning
Not only is canyoning an exciting and fun experience, but it also has numerous physical and mental benefits:
Improves cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and flexibility. It reduces stress, improves concentration and promotes self-improvement. It will make you connect with nature, promoting respect and appreciation for the environment.
What a feeling! You will feel the unique combination of adrenaline, excitement and fun that only canyoning can offer. From challenging rappels to crystal clear pools, every moment will be an adventure.
Tips for canyoneering
Physical preparation: Maintain a good physical condition.
Proper equipment: Wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
Safety: Our guides will explain everything about this aspect (look for information on your own if you do not do the activity with a guide).
Planning: Find out about the route and the conditions of the canyon.
Respect for nature: Follow practices of minimum environmental impact.
Best time: Spring and summer are usually the best seasons due to the thaw, the rivers are full of water and make canyoning an even better experience, but check the specific conditions of the canyon with the company with whom you are going to do the activity.
Pure Experiences with RocRoi
Discover the best routes and live a unique adventure with RocRoi, where safety and fun are guaranteed. With expert guides and a focus on pure experience, we are here to make your canyoning (or any other of our outdoor activities), a unique experience.
