Canyoning has become very popular with extreme sport fans all over the
world. This sport has been practiced in Europe for many years and recently
has extended to the Americas. Canyoning is specifically practiced in the
natural geographic setting of canyons.
This activity involves rappelling and descending cliffs and waterfalls
within the canyon. The equipment for this activity - ropes, harnesses and
carabiners - are the same tools that are used in rock-climbing.
The canyon that we explore in our
Canyoning tour is located in the Puente Vigas Canyon. Our course guarantees
you a memorable, safe, and thrilling day of Canyoning as we rappel down
waterfalls, zip-line through the treetops, and enjoy the unique, natural
beauty of this country.
Our Canyoning site is located in Calle Chirraca, a small, modest, yet lush
place near the town of Turrialba, which is an hour and a half east of San
Jose. We begin the Canyoning tour with an introduction of our guides and
the equipment to help familiarize you with the different uses of the
equipment. We start the tour at the first waterfall where a guide will
give a speech on safety. The guide will explain the course and the
equipment making sure you know the necessary mechanisms and procedures for
canyoning, ensuring you a safe and fun experience. After this, you are
off...rappelling down four waterfalls, zip lining down four canopy cables,
descending down two tall trees and walking across a 132 foot hanging
bridge - all giving you an unforgettable adrenaline rush!
This tour takes approximately 3 to 4
hours. We provide our canyoners with specialized equipment and a splash
jacket for this tour. It is important to bring extra clothes and shoes to
change into at the end of the trip.
What to bring
to a Canyoning Tour?
• T-shirt, shorts or pants (no jeans), swimsuit, tennis or hiking shoes,
and insect repellent.
• Extra clothes and towel will be needed at the end of the tour.
This tour is available for adults and children over 8 years old.
No previous experience is necessary.