Canyoning at Rio Verde Gorge in Otivar, near Nerja in Malaga

Organized by Gualay Aventura
This offer is very popular 100 people chose this activity this year

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: from Sporty to Very sporty
Duration: from 4.5 hrs to 7 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Spanish, German
Minimum age: From ages 8 or 12 (depending on option)
Cancellation policy: super flexible More info
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Activity description

Enjoy this canyoning of the Rio Verde and its crystal clear waters near Nerja, Malaga.

Rio Verde is a river located in the south of Granada in Otívar, near Nerja (Malaga). It is also known as the Guadix river for being the most important city through which it passes. The Rio Verde canyon is part of the Natural Park of the Sierra de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama. The meeting point is in Otivar, a village about an hour from the center of Granada.

Canyoning in Rio Verde, in Granada, is a privilege. The unique beauty offered by its waterfalls, pools and natural pools, the color of the water that gives it its name, Rio Verde has become a tourist attraction for lovers of adventure sports, as well as for those who are just starting out or simply looking for a fun activity in the middle of nature.

The professional canyoning guides offer you three different options to explore the Río Verde canyon. Depending on the difficulty you are looking for, there is an option that will be perfect for you.

If you are looking for an unforgettable experience during your stay in Granada, canyoning in Rio Verde, near Nerja, is the right choice for you!

Offers

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Rio verde Canyon: Middle section
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Canyoning in the classic section of the Verde River Canyon of 4 km and medium-low difficulty suitable for people in medium physical condition.

Course of events

Approach: 15 min.
Descent: 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Exit: 45 min.

Total distance: 4 km. 

This part of the canyon has multiple abseils and jumps.

Activity requirements

All participants must be able to swim.

Minors must have authorization from their parents.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Footwear that can get wet
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Two pairs of sneakers (ones that can get wet)
  • Water
  • Snacks
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Sporty

Duration:

4.5 hrs

Minimum age:

From 8 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Restaurante El Capricho. Carretera Del Suspiro, s/n, 18698 Otivar, Granada, España

Included:
  • All necessary equipment
  • Professional guides
  • Insurance
  • Liability and accident insurance
  • First aid kit
  • Toll road access to the river
  • Natural Park Permit
  • . Photographs of the activity.
Excluded:
  • Transportation to the meeting point
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Rio verde Canyon: Integral section
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The full Rio Verde Canyon excursion is perfect for adrenaline junkies with some experience in canyoning or in good physical condition, because its difficulty is medium-high.

This excursion consists of a full descent of the Río Verde, in which you will begin in the Cabrerizas Fountain, and then you'll make your way until you arrive at the end of the lower section known as Junta de los Ríos.

Course of events

Approach: 15 min.
Descent: 3 and a half hours
Exit: 1 hour.

Total distance: 6 kms.

The canyon has multiple abseils and jumps.

Activity requirements

All participants must be able to swim. Minors must have authorization from their parents.

Participants must have a good physical condition. 

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Footwear that can get wet
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Two pairs of sneakers (ones that can get wet)
  • Water
  • Snacks
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Very sporty

Duration:

7 hrs

Minimum age:

From 12 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Restaurante El Capricho. Carretera Del Suspiro, s/n, 18698 Otivar, Granada, España

Included:
  • All the necessary equipment
  • Insurance
  • Professional guide
  • Liability and accident insurance
  • First aid kit
  • Toll road access to the river
  • Natural Park Permit
  • Photographs of the activity.
Excluded:
  • Transportation to the meeting point
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Meeting point

Restaurante El Capricho. Carretera Del Suspiro, s/n, 18698 Otivar, Granada, España Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 24 hours or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
24 hrs
Cancellation 24 hours 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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  • 5 / 5

La actividad ha sido una pasada! Tanto los saltos como los toboganes y elcrappel han sido un desafío emocionante que hemos disfrutado muchísimo.

  • 5 / 5

Fue súper divertido

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Divertido

  • 5 / 5

Just the right level of scary, rewarding, and fun. Raul was a great guide that even provided enough reassurance for my wife to jump off a cliff into a rock pool.

  • 5 / 5

Barranquismo

  • 5 / 5

Rio verde is a wonderful area; the hike up is already a pleasure, the canyoning down is spectacular; beautiful sights, cool jumps, rapids and slide throughs.

  • 5 / 5

La recomiendo muchísimo! Es muy divertido!

  • 5 / 5

Nous avons fait le grand parcours de canyoning, nous etions que 2 plus le guide sur la première partie c’était super cool. L’activité est accessible a tous, c’était la première fois que nous en faisions tout c’est très bien passé. Je recommande vivement

  • 5 / 5

Perfecte organisatie, leuke sfeer, mooi natuur, een onvergetelijke ervaring!

  • 5 / 5

super moment très bon acceuil

  • 5 / 5

Very nice canyoning tour. You need to be some kind of fit to do it, and have strong ankles.

  • 5 / 5

Por ser la primera vez, una vez dentro de la actividad, esta se hace muy amena y con la ayuda y explicaciones de JORGE, nuestro guia, instructor va todo como la seda

  • 5 / 5

Extremely refreshing and beautiful scenery all around

  • 5 / 5

está muy bien, el único pero es la distancia y el camino que es malo y una hora, pero vamos que el sitio está donde está.

  • 5 / 5

Canonying at Rio Verde was great. We enjoyed it a lot. Great experience for adults as well for older kids.

  • 4.5 / 5

Canyoning Rio Verde

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Canyoningen

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  • 4.8 / 5

Very enjoyable

  • 5 / 5

Mono super sympathique, je recommande vivement cette activité

  • 5 / 5

Recomendable hacer el descenso integral, la primera parte cuenta con saltos y rápeles increíbles, además no hay casi grupos. En la parte media ya te vas encontrando más gente pero si vas temprano no suele haber problema. Increíble actividad que nunca olvidaras.

  • 5 / 5

Du sport en pleine nature, que du bonheur!

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Bien organizada y aprovechada para disfrutar

  • 5 / 5

Fantastic experience our guides, Tony and Pieter, were superb and helped us fully enjoy what we understand to be the most scenic and enjoyable canyon in the area. Must try activity

  • 4.8 / 5

Well organised

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Génial

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Génial

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Sauts, toboggans, rappels, randonnée, plein d’activités pendant cette journée !

  • 5 / 5

C'était une super expérience magnifique paysage, pour les amoureux de la nature et des sensations foncer !

  • 5 / 5

La gola è veramente molto bella e le foto che la illustrano sono realistiche. La discesa è lunga e varia e consente il divertimento sia ai principianti sia a coloro che hanno più esperienza e vogliono osare salti da altezze notevoli.

  • 4 / 5

Did it for the second time and was great again.

  • 5 / 5

Did a full day canyoning experience. Must do with Nuri! And must do full day (9am-4/5pm)! We drove a 1/2 hour up the mountain (Nuri is an amazing driver) to skip a two hour hike up. Then hiked it down for another half hour to get to the gorge with our gear. We'd jump and climb down with gear. Highest jump was 9m near the start of the trail. Gotta have good form! Not many people at the first half of the day until lunch. After lunch there were a lot more groups! Luckily we had Nuri who overtook the others. It was only 3 of us with Nuri and her friend which might have helped. Am going to look for canyoning everywhere I go now!

  • 5 / 5

Pour une première nous avons trouvé ça génial.

  • 5 / 5

Activité super avec un cadre magnifique.

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Spectaculair!

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Tout de la marche à la descente a été parfait

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Sehr schöne Naturlandschaft

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It was the first time for us and we loved it. We are looking forward for the next one.

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Wir haben das Canyoning zum ersten mal gemacht und es hat alle unsere Erwartungen übertroffen! Rio Verde ist wunderschön und die Gruppe war auch sehr toll.

  • 5 / 5

The Rio Verde is beautiful and the canyoning itself was great!

  • 5 / 5

Great nature, adventure and company! It´s a perfect experience both for beginners and advanced hikers. Especially recommended on a warm summer day.

  • 5 / 5

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