Caving in the Ria Cave near Prades, Pyrénées-Orientales

Take a caving trip to the Ria cave and challenge yourself in the heart of the Pyrénées-Orientales!

The Loop course | Advanced level

2 options available from €50

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From€50
3.5 hrs
Sporty
From 12 years-old and up

Practical information

A sporty caving course in the Ria cave, accessible all year round and feasible on a rainy day (temperature underground: 15°C).

  • The entrance is on all fours for approximately 15m
  • Climbing passages in easy boulders
  • 2 abseiling descents of 15m
  • Crossing of some rather tricky ledges
Course of events

Please allow 3.5 hours on site, including around 3 hours in the Ria cave.

  • Meet your instructor at the meeting point.
  • Fitting of equipment (helmet with light, clean cotton overalls, clean boots, harness).
  • Approach walk (uphill for 20 minutes then downhill for 10 minutes) and briefing on the outing.
  • Explore the network for around 3 hours (loop circuit, with possible variations).
  • 20 minutes' walk back (uphill for 10 minutes then downhill for 20 minutes).
  • Storing equipment with the instructor.
  • Debriefing of the outing (optional).
Activity requirements

To take part in this activity, you need to be physically fit and able to move around on varied terrain.

You must not be claustrophobic or have had any recent fractures.

Please inform the instructor if you are taking any medication or have any health problems.

Special terms

Minors must be accompanied by an adult to take part in this activity.

Meeting point:
Small dirt car park located after the village of Ria, between the Ria SNCF station and just before the joinery shop. On the N116, turn right before the joinery and cross the small Pont d'en Gourne. The car park is 1 minute further on your right.
Spoken languages:Spanish, Greek, French, English
Included
  • Professional guide
  • Caving equipment (wetsuit, helmet, headlamp, etc.)
  • Photos of the outing (at least one group photo)
Do not forget to bring
  • Sportswear you don't mind getting dirty
  • Extra pair of socks
  • Trainers
  • Water