Canyoning in Vallče de la Roya (France)

Approximately 20km from ventimiglia  (Italy) one finds this spectacular valley made up of deep limestone canyons.  We propose a magnificent week of canyoning accompanied by a specialised alpine guide.

Crystal clear turquoise pools of water to be found at the bottom of deep gorges, natural rock slides, jumps, and descents with a double cord are what these canyons offer as well as much more.

Sunday
Arrival in hotel, we recommend Hotel Lago Bin in the village of Rocchetta Nervina (Italy)

Day 1
Build up your confidence in the water and explanation of the techniques and the problems that may occur in the canyon. Trial run in a short and easy canyon.

Day 2
Canyon Val del Guiou in Vallče de la Roya (France)
A very pretty area that is in the sun. The canyon itself is not difficult and takes approximately 3 hours to descend.  Approach to start of canyon: approx 1hr 30mins

Day 3
Canyon Barbaira, Rochetta Nervina (Italy)
This canyon is different from the others as the it is more of a river than a torrent.  There are lots of crystal clear pools that sparkle in the sunlight.  The descent is approx 3 hours. Approach to start of canyon: approx 1hr 40mins

Day 4
Rest day or choice of activity

Day 5
Canyon Maglia, Vallče de la Roya (Fr)
A spectacular gorge, the canyon is full of natural rock slides and jumps.  Approx 3 hour descent and all the jumps are equipped for descending by rope if you are not happy to jump. Approach to start of canyon: approx  10mins

Day 6
Canyon Bendola, Vallče de la Roya (Fr) A beautiful limestone gorge which offers a long and varied descent.

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