Canyoning at Rubo River Gorge in Picos de Europa National Park

Organized by Los Cauces

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 1 half day
Spoken languages: English, Spanish
Minimum age: From 6 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

A nature trail like no other, explore the Picos de Europa National Park on this canyoning adventure with Los Cauces. Share the experience with all your friends!

Trace this whitewater stream from source to sea on this canyoning excursion in Picos de Europa National Park. An easy and accessible gorge for children and big kids alike, explore like never before on this wet, wild slip n’ slide in the Cares Basin!

Rubo river gorge is located in Picos de Europa National Park in Asturias. A level I canyon in the Cares River basin, it is a 25-minute transfer from the activity base in Arriondas (40 km Cangas de Onis - 49 km Arriondas) and the entrance to the gorge is accessed on foot.

Meet your mountain guide at the activity base in Arriondas for this canyoning excursion in Rubo river gorge. A half day excursion suited to young families and groups of friends alike, this natural trail spans the Cares Basin in Picos de Europa National Park. A 25-minute walk to reach the canyon, join your guide as you follow a woodland stream over small steps, little waterfalls and whitewater slides. An easy and accessible excursion for first-timers of all ages, start small with a forest walk and get more adventurous as you go – trying small jumps, some fun slides and lots of freshwater swimming!

Catered to children from 7 years old, this simple ravine resembles a wild aquapark, offering maximum fun with minimal fuss. Once you have completed this special section of Barranco del Rubo, you will return on foot to your transport, where you will be shuttled back to the activity base for a hot shower and light refreshments.

 

Course of events

Barranco del Rubó is considered a category I canyon with small slides and jumps. It is not necessary to use ropes and no previous experience is required. The full duration in the canyon is between 4 ½ and 5 hours.

Rappel: None
Jumps: 5m
Slides: 8m
Swim: 10m

Activity requirements

Activity suitable for people over 6 years of age when accompanied by a parent or guardian

All participants must know how to swim

Special terms

Please note - The activity is with a Spanish speaking guide. 

Subject to weather restrictions

Included
  • Guide
  • Return Transport
  • Harness/Helmet/ Wetsuit/Booties
Do not forget to bring
  • Spare Change of Clothes
  • Suitable footwear
  • Swimwear/Towel
  • GoPro/Camera
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal
Meeting point
Carretera de Arriondas – Cangas de Onis, N-625, Km 162, 33540 Arriondas, Asturias, Spain Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 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