€450.00
Three days of rock climbing on Crete’s most beautiful crags!
No matter what level you’re at, there’s a climbing route for everyone. You can climb at the same place or go to a different crag every day.
Day 1: Climbing at Voulismeno Aloni
“Voulismeno Aloni” literally means a threshing floor that has sunk. According to experts, several hundred years ago, under this area there was a cave. Today, it is a Karstic cavity (doline) that was formed after the collapse of the roof of the cave. Once we get there, under the instructions of our experienced guide, you will climb a popular climbing Rock, which offers routes of various levels, suitable for beginners, families or experienced climbers who want to test themselves with some really challenging rocks! It is a beautiful area where you can climb all day and feel the excitement and satisfaction that climbing offers.
Day 2: Climbing at Agiofarago
Agiofarago, which literally means the gorge of the Saints, is a short, but picturesque gorge, which was formerly used as a refuge by the monks of the Odigitria monastery. It is located approximately 70 km south of Heraklion and it is one of the destinations that one should undoubtedly visit when in Crete!As a climbing destination, Agiofarago is probably the best location in Crete. With over than 120 secured routes, ranging from easy to extremely difficult, Agiofarago is suitable for climbing, from children and beginners to advanced climbers! The rock is limestone with excellent grip! Moreover, the view from the cliff is amazing, making Agiofarago an ideal destination for climbers who want to enjoy the incredible scenery of Crete.
Day 3: Climbing at Kapetaniana
Kapetaniana is probably the most historic, in terms of climbing history, area of Crete. Rock climbing is based around the isolated village of Kapetaniana, and the climbing route was secured by Zbynek Cepela in the ’80. The picturesque, isolated, and wild nature of the Asterousia mountain range offers remote and peaceful rock climbing. However, it is only 75km away from Heraklion, and therefore it is very accessible.
There are over 150 climbing routes spread across the area, with a wide range of grades on solid white limestone rock. Almost all crags offer spectacular views of the Libyan Sea! The most ideal time of the year to visit, is either spring or autumn.
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Price | Price includes | Price excludes | What to bring |
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450€/person Minimum number of participants, 3 persons | • Experienced, English speaking climbing guide • Free transport from/to your hotel with our vans. (as long as you are within the predefined pick-up area) • Free Wi-Fi • Lunch pack (water,energy bar, fruits, juice box) •Climbing equipment upon request | • Private expenses (coffees, alcoholic drinks etc.) • Anything that it is not mentioned at the “Price includes” list | • Trekking shoes • Windproof jacket • Camera • Sun Screen • Hat – sun glasses |
Pickup from any hotel within the highlighted area
L’unique Via Ferrata de Crète est située dans la chaîne de montagnes d’Asterousia. Elle est moyennement difficile, bien protégée et offre une vue magnifique sur la mer de Libye tout au long du parcours ! Elle est accessible aux enfants à partir de 8 ans, ce qui en fait une option intéressante pour des vacances actives en famille.
Au sud de la Crète et plus précisément dans la région de la municipalité de Viannos, il y a plus de 10 gorges sur une distance de 25 km. L’une d’entre elles est la gorge de Tsoutsouros. Un canyon magnifique et technique, adapté aux débutants et aux enfants (plus de 12 ans).
Une randonnée magnifique et facile à quelques kilomètres de la ville d’Héraklion. Juktas, la montagne à tête humaine (en grec Γιούχτας – Iouchtas), était un site religieux important pour les Minoens. Selon la légende, il s’agit du visage de Zeus, roi des dieux, et la montagne serait son tombeau. En effet, le nom Juktas dérive du mot latin pour Zeus, Jupiter. Sur la montagne, on trouve trois sites archéologiques, un ancien monastère et une église.
La gorge de Sarakina est située au sud-est de la Crète, à 17 km de Iérapétra, à proximité du petit village de Mithi. Cette gorge n’est pas longue. Selon les visiteurs, c’est la plus facile et la plus agréable.
Selon le mythe, le géant Sarantapichos s’y est arrêté une fois pour boire de l’eau de la rivière Myrtos. Sa longue barbe a coupé la montagne en deux et la gorge a été formée.
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