Canyoning excursions near Grevena

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3.5 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 10 years-old and up
From€35

Canyoning in the national park of Pindos is made in two thrilling canyons: Kleftis and Portitsa

In the national park of Pindos you will find the best places to go canyoning. Only a few kilometres away from Meteora, Grevena, and Ioannina you can go canyoning in one of the wild nature of Greece's mainland.

You can go canyoning in 2 different canyons: Kleftis (Thief) or Portitsa.

Kleftis: According to the legend one thief during Othoman occupation was persecuted by the Othomans and went to hide in the gorge of Lialista. Finding it difficult to pass from the one side to the other of the gorge, he made a statement that if he succeeded, he would build a bridge. Since then, there is a small stone-built bridge that connects both sides of the gorge... the Bridge of "Kleftis".

The gorge for the locals is known as well as or Lialista. The trail begins from the stone bridge of Katsogianni and ends before Kleftis Bridge. Α narrow gorge of almost 1 km width and height of 150 m. Dark in many places, but still thrilling for every kind of adventurer.

Portitsa: A stunning route that begins with a half-hour walk downhill to the bridge Portitsa, a white stoned path hidden among the bushy plant. On the beautiful bridge Portitsa you will enter the gorge facing the towering cliffs of 150-200m. You will cross the canyon walking and swimming at some points. There's also some abseiling and rappels to do - the main rappel if from a rock of 4 meters. You will be impressed by nature while going down this canyon.

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An easy canyon ideal for families and friends

You will meet with the instructor at the village square of Zakas village

You will get transferred to the canyon that is not far and have a briefing before starting going down

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Directions

Coming from Grevena: You will take the road to the national ski center and then follow signs for the village Mavranei. From there you go on straight for the village Zakas.

Coming from Kalampaka (Meteora): Take the road to Ioannina. After 10 km at the road junction you turn right to Grevena. Keep following signs to Grevena. At 65m (counting from Kalambaka) enter Egnatia highway with direction to Ioannina and exit on the next junction where you follow the road to the national ski center. Pass through the village Mavranei and go on straight for the village Ziakas.

Meeting point:
Zakas village square
Spoken languages:English, Greek
Included
  • All necessary equipment
Do not forget to bring
  • Towel
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Second pair of shoes that will get wet
  • Swimsuit

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Sophia D., United Kingdom — 18/09/2024
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I thought the activity was so fun - exhilarating but I always felt safe1
Clarence D., France — 16/08/2021
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Amazing adventure with our guide Herakles ! When the thermometer hits 45 degrees, the best place to be is at the gorge!

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