Maggia Valley Val Grande canyoning for beginners starting from Gordevio

This canyoning trip in Val Grande is designed for sporty beginners and repeaters looking to take the next step. You can expect a long gorge with white granite rocks, glowing pools, waterfalls, and plenty of playful sections.

Inside the canyon, slides, optional jumps, and abseil points alternate continuously. The highlight is the 24-metre-high waterfall alongside several zipline combinations. There are also narrow passages and impressive rock formations in the heart of Valle Maggia.

Val Grande is considered a medium difficulty tour and is the easiest option among the more challenging routes. This way, you’ll enjoy a varied gorge filled with nature and no waiting times.

Practical information:

• Remove jewelry and avoid wearing cotton fabrics
• For glasses wearers: contact lenses or a glasses strap, waterproof case

Some of the jumps can even be repeated in this versatile canyon! The 25-meter-high waterfall you will rappel down is called "Little Niagara" by the locals.

• Anti-allergic neoprene suit (2-piece; trousers and jacket) with hood
• Canyoning shoes and anti-allergic neoprene socks
• Canyoning harness and two self-belays with screw-lock carabiners
• Impact-resistant helmet

• Swimwear (swimming trunks, swimsuit, bikini)
• Towel
• For the climb and in colder temperatures, or if you tend to get cold, you can wear tight-fitting functional underwear.
• Ski underwear or similar that you can also wear under your wetsuit. IMPORTANT: It should be made of synthetic fibers or Merino wool (not cotton, as this cools rather than warms).
• Change of clothes for after the tour

• Minimum age: 12 years
• Good physical condition required
• Not suitable if you have back or joint problems
• Bring: swimwear, towel, change of clothes, medication, food/drinks, waterproof sunscreen