Canyoning in Rio Selvano near Florence

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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Italian, Spanish
Minimum age: From 9 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: strict More info
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Activity description

Canyoning in Rio Selvano is one of the best canyoning experience you might encounter. The fantastic Rio Selvano canyon is one of Tuscany's natural jewels!

Searching Emotions will take you to Rio Selvano, an amazing canyon surrounded by limestone walls and two rivers which join along the canyon. The gorge is completely immersed in a green and lush forest which mostly remains wild. 

Canyoning is the best and most fun way you can get in touch with nature. Making your way among rocks, pools, and slides, you will have a refreshing outing. You only need motivation, know how to swim and to not have a fear of heights.

The excursion usually takes place in groups who will be supervised by the canyon guide. The canyon guide is a professional who is able to guarantee the correct and safe immersion in a mountain and aquatic environment.

Get ready for a day of adrenaline thanks to canyoning in Rio Selvano near Florence!

Offer Description

The path is made of natural slides and dives that are never compulsory.
Keep in mind that there are 4 compulsory abseils on the rope. 
A flotation vest could be booked on request. 

You will be accompanied by professional, expert Canyon Guides, with certification issued by the Italian Association of Canyon Guides or with equivalent certification.
All the necessary progression techniques will be explained. 

 Fun is guaranteed for young and old!

 

 

 

Course of events

Approach hike: 25 min hiking or 10 minutes by car
Return hike: 5 minutes
Highest abseil: up to 12m


- Meeting point at SP37, 14, 55020 Fabbriche di Vergemoli
- Introduction and distribution of all the technical equipment useful for the excursion
- Transfer up to the high parking lot, 3 minutes far from the first plunge of the Rio Selvano
- Safety and activity briefing and go!
- Return to the meeting point


Activity requirements

- If you wear eyeglasses, you need to tie them or wear contact lenses
- Knowing how to swim is compulsory for this activity
- No heart, respiratory or allergic issues that are incompatible with physical exertion  and with the canyoning environment

 

 

Special terms

- Canyoning boots can be rented at 10€ per person, to be requested after booking

Included
  • Neoprene swimsuit 5mm
  • Helmet
  • Harness
  • Descender, safety slings and carabiners
  • Ropes
  • First aid kit
  • Flotation vest (to be requested)
Excluded
  • Transportation
  • Canyoning boots (to be requested)
Do not forget to bring
  • Thermal polyester shirt
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Comfortable shoes
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Meeting point
SP37, 14, 55020 Fabbriche di Vergemoli LU, Italia Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 30 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
30 days
Cancellation between 10 and 30 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
10 days
Cancellation 10 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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Beautiful and exciting place and very professional guides and equipment. We had a great time. It's worth the journey!