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Maggiatal Val Grande canyoning for beginners

4.918 reviewsBooked 36×GordevioOperated by Ticino OutdoorWeather

The guided canyoning tour for beginners takes you through the beautiful Val Grande. You climb, swim and jump through the exciting gorge in the Locarno-Maggia Valley region.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration4 h
LanguagesGerman · English · French · Italian · Spanish · Hungarian
Meeting pointla Stráda di Mulítt 7, 6672 Gordevio, GPS:46°13'27.0"N 8°44'58.4"E

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Highlights

  • Experience 4 hours of canyoning for beginners in the Maggia Valley in Ticino
  • You can optionally experience jumps from a height of 10 meters
  • Possibility to adjust the level of difficulty for more experienced users
  • Climb through stunning rock formations and natural pools
  • Overcome one of the longest slides in Ticino at 25 meters

Description

The Val Grande is ideal for newcomers to the sport of canyoning. This guided tour through the Maggia Valley is ideal for those taking their first steps in canyoning, as most of the obstacles can be easily bypassed or replaced with easier ones. This beginners' tour is perfect for anyone who wants to discover this fantastic and action-packed sport. Experience the Val Grande and the spectacular atmosphere of this beautiful gorge.

The first experience of this great excursion is the instruction from your guide. You will learn everything you need to know to climb safely and enjoyably through the Val Grande. The Val Grande is one of the most spectacular valleys in Ticino and surprises with wonderful rock formations and the so-called "Little Niagara" waterfall. In addition to great jumps and climbing opportunities, one of the longest natural water slides in Ticino awaits you at the end with a length of 25 meters.

Practical information

  • Requirements: healthy, in good physical condition, free from fear of heights, sure-footed
  • Bring along: Swimsuit, towel, sports underwear, contact lenses, glasses strap (risk of loss)

Inclusions

  • Included:

    4 hours guided canyoning

  • Included:

    Certified gorge guide

  • Included:

    Introduction

  • Included:

    2 pieces - 5mm - wetsuit with hood

  • Included:

    Neoprene socks and special canyoning shoes

  • Included:

    Certified canyoning equipment, canyoning harness, helmet

  • Optional:

    Pick-up service from the SBB stations Castione, Cadenazzo or Tenero

  • Optional:

    Hire GoPro 8 Actioncam

  • Optional:

    Photo package

Meeting point

la Stráda di Mulítt 7, 6672 Gordevio, GPS:46°13'27.0"N 8°44'58.4"E

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Important information

  • Inform your guide about any health problems
  • Bring: important medication, contact lenses
  • You should be able to swim at least 20 m
  • Minimum age: 12 years

Reviews

4.9

18 Reviews

Esther10 Sept 2026

It was an awesome team event. Raquel guided us safely, skillfully, and with a lot of heart through the gorge. Courage pays off! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Severin9 Jul 2026

Great guide (Enrico), exciting tour with lots of slides and jumps. Small group. My boys and I had a blast.

Susanne1 Aug 2025

We went as a family (aged 12 and 16). We all really enjoyed it. Akos was an excellent guide—highly professional, very friendly, and genuinely likable. Definitely recommended!

Barbara30 May 2025

Super beautiful nature, perfect for beginners but also for anyone who’s brave 😊 Guide Akos is incredibly experienced and professional, great job! Thanks

Jan8 Sept 2024

We had the great pleasure of joining the Maggiatal Val Grande canyoning tour for beginners, and it was simply amazing! Our guide Akos was incredibly friendly and created a great atmosphere with his professional yet relaxed style. He helped each of us feel safe and comfortable, turning the tour into an unforgettable experience. Despite heavy rain the day before and a necessary change of location, everything was perfectly organized, and we had loads of fun. It was our first time canyoning, but definitely not the last! Thanks a lot for this awesome experience.

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