Canyoning in the Sierra de Guara
In summary
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Sports
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Duration5 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationPyrenees / Spain
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions86.32 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
Spanish
In a few words
In the heart of Aragon , the Sierra de Guara stands out as a European benchmark for canyoning enthusiasts. This wild mountain range boasts an exceptional concentration of ravines sculpted by water, offering a diversity of routes suited to enthusiasts seeking nature and thrills.
Each day is an immersion in spectacular scenery: turquoise pools , natural slides, rappels down limestone walls, and narrow passages with astonishing mineral formations. The crystal-clear water meanders between ochre cliffs and rock formations sculpted by time, creating a life-size playground in the heart of a protected environment.
This trip invites you to explore some of Spain's most beautiful canyons in a fun and sporty atmosphere. Between exhilarating descents and moments of contemplation, the experience combines adventure, discovery, and the joy of physical exertion.
An ideal getaway to experience an immersive adventure in the heart of nature, in one of the top spots for canyoning in Europe.
The highlights
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Exploring mythical canyons
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A diversity of paths
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The beauty of the Aragonese landscapes
Photos
Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
The expert's opinion
You need to be athletic because the canyoning days come one after another!!
In figures
Canyoning
- Average duration/day: 4h
Management
A canyoning instructor from Guillaume's team will guide you.
Program
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Arrival and check-in
- Transportation Minibus - 02h30 - 130km
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Meet at the agency in Arreau in the early afternoon. Departure by minibus towards the Sierra de Guara and check-in at accommodation near Alquezar.
Day 1 -
Fornocal Canyon
- Transportation Minibus - 00h20 - 15km
- Activity Canyoning
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Immerse yourself in the heart of the Sierra's unmissable canyon.
Between refreshing jumps, natural slides polished by water and spectacular passages carved into the rock, this playful descent promises thrills and wonder.
Day 2 -
Formiga Canyon and other canyons
- Transportation Minibus - 00h20 - 15km
- Activity Canyoning
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Two rooms, two atmospheres for this second day full of sensations!
We'll start with the Formiga canyon, an ideal route combining a few technical jumps and short rappels, perfect for a first introduction to rope use. All this in a spectacular rocky setting, in the heart of a wild and rugged environment.
The choice of the second canyon will be made according to the conditions at the time and the energy of the group, in order to guarantee an experience adapted to each individual.
Day 3 -
Mascun Canyon
- Transportation Minibus - 00h20 - 15km
- Activity Canyoning
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
An iconic jewel of the Sierra de Guara, the Mascún captivates with its sparkling turquoise waters and impressive limestone cliffs.
A setting worthy of the finest magazines: a long, varied and particularly spectacular canyon, plunging into the heart of monumental gorges for total immersion in a magnificent landscape.
The Mascún alone embodies a complete and unforgettable adventure.
Day 4 -
Canyon of the Dark
- Transportation Minibus - 02h30 - 130km
- Activity Canyoning
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
We end on a high note with a canyon unlike any other: wilder and more intimate, but no less spectacular! Between narrow passages and deep pools, it invites you to plunge into the heart of the Sierra.
Departure from the Sierra de Guara after the picnic then return to Arreau in the late afternoon.
Day 5
Note
The agency and the guide reserve the right to modify the program according to the technical and physical level of the group, as well as the local weather conditions, taking into account rainfall and the water level in the canyons.
Accommodation
Access
The return trip will be to our Arreau agency on the last day around 4pm.
Go to the starting point
From Lannemezan station, you will need to take a regional bus, taxi or local shuttle (information to be checked depending on the season) to get to Arreau (~60 km).
Price details
The price includes
- The stay will be supervised by an instructor.
- Hostel and shared room accommodation
- Full board from dinner on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 5
- Individual diving equipment (helmet, 2-piece 5mm neoprene wetsuit, neoprene booties, full harness)
- Group climbing equipment (waterproof bags, backpacks, ropes, carabiners)
- The transfers planned in the program
The price does not include
- Transportation to the meeting point in Arreau
- Tips
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Anything not listed under "Price includes"
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities