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Pontirone Gorge canyoning 3 hours for advanced canyoners

About this activity

You will experience a spectacular canyoning tour in the special Pontirone Gorge in Ticino. The 45-metre-high waterfall with free-hanging abseil point is just one of the many highlights of the tour.
  • Hours

    3:30

  • Price from

    145 CHF

  • City

    Malvaglia

  • Booking Information

    Currently unavailable for booking

Description

Experience a 3-hour canyoning tour in the Pontirone Gorge. Due to the difficulty level of the canyon, the tour is only aimed at sporty beginners or advanced canyoners. Among other things, a 45 m high waterfall with a free-hanging abseil awaits you. You will be accompanied by a professional guide throughout the tour. At the end of the tour, there are a few snacks and drinks for refreshment

Practical information:

  • Bring along: Swimsuit, bath towel, sports underwear, contact lenses
  • Spectacle wearers: contact lenses or spectacle strap, waterproof case
  • Suitable from 12 years
Meeting point
Parking lot on Via Brughei, 6713 Malvaglia, GPS: 46°23'16.1 "N 8°59'11.0 "E

Highlights

  • Embark on a 3-hour canyoning tour in Ticino
  • Special tour suitable for sporty beginners or advanced riders
  • The Pontirone Gorge is an absolute must in the canyoning scene
  • Experience pure adrenaline while sliding, jumping and abseiling
  • Experience a 45 m high waterfall with a free-hanging abseiling point

Important information

  • Inform your guide about any health problems
  • Bring: important medication, contact lenses
  • Sporting fitness, swimming ability, no fear of heights, surefootedness required, be able to swim at least 20 m

Includes

  • 3 hours canyoning
  • Gorge guide certifier
  • Wetsuit with hood
  • Neoprene socks and special canyoning shoes
  • Certified canyoning equipment, canyoning harness, helmet
  • Snacks and drinks at the end of the tour
  • Pick-up at a train station or hotel
  • Photo package
  • Rent GoPro camera

Swiss Activities Tip

The Pontirone Gorge is just under 40 minutes away from Locarno. If you want to experience some culture after your first canyoning tour, then visit the beautiful little town on Lake Maggiore. Stroll through the old town and enjoy the Mediterranean flair. What you shouldn't miss is the Bar Tesoro. Here you can sit amongst the locals, eat small delicacies and watch the hustle and bustle around you.

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Meeting point

Parking lot on Via Brughei, 6713 Malvaglia, GPS: 46°23'16.1 "N 8°59'11.0 "E
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