Canyoning on the River Navedo — Technical Descent in the Desfiladero de La Hermida
Canyoning on the River Navedo — Technical Descent in the Desfiladero de La Hermida
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The Navedo is abseiling under waterfalls. A tributary of the Deva hemmed into the Desfiladero de La Hermida, with waterfalls reaching twenty metres and a continuous succession of abseils, natural slides and jumps into crystal-clear pools.
The technical descent in the Picos de Europa for those who want rope, cold water and vertical limestone walls.
- Level 3 — Adventure · from age 12 with an accompanying adult
- Waterfalls up to 20 metres · abseil always on rope
- Photo report included · return transport
📍 Meeting point: La Hermida, 39580 La Hermida, Cantabria, Spain – View on map
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Included in the price
What the experience feels like
Families: technical canyoning for families with teenagers from age twelve. The succession of abseils under waterfalls is the natural step up from beginner family descents.
Couples: abseiling under waterfalls, vertical walls and cold water shared. A technical experience for couples who have moved on from scenic descents.
Groups of friends: the Navedo Technical demands coordination and delivers the collective satisfaction of having descended a canyon with abseils in series. The ideal plan for groups with previous experience.
Reservation and cancellation policy
What is included in the RocRoi experience?
- Activity gear (full wetsuit, helmet, harness, neoprene shoes)
- Qualified instructor
- Free parking
- Photo report
- Transport from the meeting point
- Accident insurance
- Civil liability insurance
- Cancellation Policy: Up to 5 days before: full refund. Up to 48 hours before: date change or ADVENTURE voucher.
Difficulty of the activity
What to bring
For your comfort and safety, we recommend bringing:
- Swimsuit
- Sports shoes that can get wet with good grip
- Rash guard or thermal top
- Towel
What to bring
Practical details
A technical descent on the River Navedo, inside the Desfiladero de La Hermida. Suitable for beginners with good fitness who are comfortable with heights: waterfalls are descended on rope with technical supervision from the guide.
- Minimum age unaccompanied: 18
- Minimum age with an accompanying adult: 12
- Total duration: 3 hours
- Actual time in the canyon: 2 hours
- Best season: May to September
- Fitness: moderate. Swimming ability is compulsory. Not suitable for pregnant women, heart conditions or other serious medical issues. Not recommended for vertigo.
- Attitude: willingness to get wet, attention to the technical briefing and readiness to handle the rope on every abseil.
Book the Navedo Technical — abseiling under waterfalls in the Desfiladero de La Hermida.
Who can perform this activity
FAQs
Is the descent difficult?
It is Level 3 — Adventure, suitable for beginners with good fitness who are comfortable with heights. The abseil technique is taught in the briefing and applied on rope with technical supervision from the guide throughout the descent.
How high are the abseils?
You will find waterfalls up to 20 metres, always descended on rope with technical supervision from the guide. Natural slides and pool jumps mark the sections between rope and rope.
What footwear should I bring?
Trainers with good grip or trekking boots. It is vital that they hold the foot securely.
Will I get cold in the water?
No. We provide a full wetsuit and neoprene shoes to maintain body temperature.
Is transport included?
Yes. The service includes the transfer from the meeting point to the start of the canyon and the return at the end of the descent.
