Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
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Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano

Riviera
Free up to 48 hours before
4:30 hrs
German · English
Highlights
  • Explore the narrow Pontirone Gorge in Val di Pontirone
  • Rappel down a 40-metre descent point into the gorge
  • Try several optional jumps up to 11 metres
  • Experience tight and deep passages in a short, intense gorge
  • Finish the tour right where you started
Description

This canyoning tour takes you through Pontirone in the Val di Pontirone. The gorge is short, narrow, and intense. You'll encounter a high abseil point, deep passages, and several optional jumps.

After the approach, the tour starts with a 40 m abseil. The gorge then narrows and reveals impressive rock formations. The many jumps are a highlight, including an optional 11 m leap.

At the end of the gorge, you return directly to the starting point. The tour combines abseiling, jumping, and narrow water sections in a compact gorge.

canyoning equipment

  • Hypoallergenic neoprene suit (2-piece; pants and jacket) with hood
  • Canyoning shoes and hypoallergenic neoprene socks
  • Canyoning harness and two self-belay devices with screw gate carabiners
  • Rock impact certified helmet

What you should bring

  • Swimwear (swimming trunks, swimsuit, bikini)
  • Towel
  • For the ascent and in colder weather or if you usually feel cold, you can wear tight-fitting functional underwear, ski base layers, or similar that you can also wear under the wetsuit. IMPORTANT: It should be made of synthetic fiber or Merino wool (not cotton, as it cools rather than warms).
  • Change of clothes for after the tour
  • Any necessary medication (asthma spray, allergy medication, etc.)
  • Food/drinks for before and after
  • Sunscreen (water-resistant)

Practical Information

  • Glasses or contact lenses are possible; a glasses strap and waterproof case are recommended
  • Remove jewelry and piercings before the tour
Inclusions
  • Guided canyoning tour

  • Photo service

  • Two-piece neoprene suit with hood

  • Canyoning shoes

  • Hypoallergenic neoprene socks

  • Canyoning harness

  • Two self-locking carabiners with screws

  • Rockfall-certified helmet

  • Food & drink

Meeting point

Al Quatro 1, 6705 Cresciano

Al Quatro 1, 6705 Cresciano, Switzerland

Important information
  • Minimum age: 16 years
  • Group size: minimum 2 people
  • Bring along: swimwear, towel, change of clothes, and necessary medication
  • Canyon, start time, and requirements may be adjusted due to weather conditions
  • Required: good swimming skills, overall good health, solid fitness level, surefootedness, and no fear of heights
  • Necessary: experience with abseiling
  • Preferable: previous canyoning experience

Provider

Operated by

Purelements

Verified provider

Alpi

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