Canyoning at Lower Pontirone near Cresciano
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
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