River Trekking in the Alcantara Gorges near Taormina

Organized by Sicilia Adventure
This offer is very popular 198 people recently chose this activity

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Spoken languages: English, Italian
Minimum age: From 10 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: strict More info
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Activity description

Enjoy a fascinating and fun trekking experience in the Alcantara Gorges: explore Taormina's lakes and volcanic scenery like never before!

Ideally located at the gate of the majestic Mount Etna and Taormina, the Alcantara River is the perfect place for an adventurous river trekking experience. When in Taormina, the Alcantara Gorges is a must-see location for nature and trekking lovers. Get ready for the most fascinating river trekking in the Alcantara Gorges.

A professional and experienced guide will welcome you at the meeting point and brief you about the activity. After helping you wear the equipment, your river trekking experience in the Alcantara Gorges will start! Follow your guide through the Alcantara River, jump and slide into the lakes, and admire the stunning volcanic rocks along the Alcantara River. A qualified guide will be at your disposal for the whole duration of the river trekking. 

Don't miss the chance to explore the Alcantara Gorges and make the most of your time in Taormina. Either alone or with your friends, reserve your spot and get on this incredible river trekking in the Alcantara Gorges!

Offer Description

Get on the most exciting river trekking experience in the Alcantara Gorges, near Taormina!

Activity requirements

- A minimum number of 2 participants is required for this activity to take place.

Special terms

- This activity is weather-dependent. If the weather does not allow for the activity to take place, we will contact you to reschedule or receive a full refund.
- Please note that the exact duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent. 
- Please inform us of any important health issues upon booking.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the activity.

Included
  • Expert instructor
  • Wetsuit
  • Harness and helmet
  • Pick-up from your accomodation
Do not forget to bring
  • Sport/hiking shoes to wear in the water
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Change of clothing
  • Bottled water and snacks
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal
Meeting point
You will be picked up at your accommodation from all the towns on the Ionian Riviera (from Taormina to Catania) and from the area of the Etna eastern flank. Alternatively please make your way to Piazza Umberto: 95019 Zafferana Etnea 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

Reviews

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4.9 / 5
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  • 5 / 5

Super Spaß in einem sehr sauberen, kalten Fluß, springen von verschiedenen Höhen (2-6m), rutschen, viele Fotos wurden gemacht, die Ausrüstung bereitgestellt. Auf dem Rückweg waren wir sogar noch in der Alcantaragorge und haben uns die Basaltsäulen angeschaut.

  • 4.5 / 5

Ein toller Ausflug…Michele war super, verlässlich, hilfsbereit u hat viel erzählt. Die Gruppe war mit 4 Leuten genau richtig…

  • 5 / 5

Die Strecke war sehr einfach, es gab viele Sprünge und es wurden kostenlos Fotos von uns gemacht. Leider gab es bei unserer Route keine Seilrutsche, wie sie auf en Fotos gezeigt wird. Dennoch hat es sehr viel Spaß gemacht und wie haben viel über die Geographie gelernt.

  • 5 / 5

L'activité vaut vraiment le coup, elle dure environ 2h et est pleine de sensations !

  • 5 / 5

Tolles Erlebnis und ganz tolle Guides

  • 5 / 5

Perfect if you want small groups and instructors who take their time for you.

  • 5 / 5

Wat een geweldige activiteit. Dank aan de professionele begeleiders. We zouden het zeker terug opnieuw willen boeken.

  • 5 / 5

Fun fun fun

  • 5 / 5

Super fun - perfect for a hot day

  • 5 / 5

Water trekking on the Alcantara river

  • 5 / 5

Great experience, could’ve been twice as long but we still enjoyed it.

  • 5 / 5

It was all really just a super joy! Our trip lasted around 3 hours in the water, uncountable jumps and slides and around an 8 km travel up and down the river. We were so well treated and the instructors really managed to share with us their love for the nature and the experience - our 3 instructors were so happy and engaging and honestly they were so good we could probably have stared at cacti for the entire trip and it would still have been a fantastic experience! On our way, Marco shared his passion for Etna with us and Michele kept calling for us for more jumps! And on top of all that, being in the cool water for a few hours was also a nice break from the Sicilian sauna.

  • 5 / 5

Canyoning tour was fun! Lots of jumps and slides. I have done higher jumps, however, these 6 meters jumps were nice

  • 5 / 5

A lot of fun, and beautiful surroundings

  • 5 / 5

Fun and action in an amazing environment!

  • 5 / 5

superbe activité à faire en pleine nature et en marge de l'affluence touristique, adapté et fun pour nos jeunes ados de 11 et 13 ans

  • 5 / 5

Punctuality, good organization, personalised service, remarkable exciting experience, clean equipment, and most important, always exceed our expectations for both activities and services. Wonderful trip !!!!

  • 5 / 5

Immerse into the nature of this beautiful place

  • 5 / 5

The guide, Michele, was gorgeous! The location is amazing, we were totally alone without any other tourist and we enjoyed a lot the excursion.

  • 5 / 5

The watertrekking was a lot of fun! The guides were incredibly nice and gave us helpful instructions- I always felt safe! In summary it was a great experience and I would totally recommend that tour.

  • 5 / 5

The location is gorgeous, the guides are incredibly nice and all things considered we have no regrets whatsoever. Sliding down certain waterfalls can get a bit bumpy, however.

  • 5 / 5

Not so difficult, professional equipment

  • 4.5 / 5

Superbe activité, je ne mets pas 5/5 car je pense qu’il manque juste l’aspect « rappel » mais sinon top !

  • 5 / 5

Great time

  • 4 / 5

Canyoning

  • 5 / 5

This activity is a must do in Sicily. I don’t think you’ll ever have the chance to do something like this anywhere else, so don’t miss it.

  • 4.3 / 5

Bon canyoning. Bien encadré.