Canyoning Liguria

Rio Lerca Canyoning

Are you looking for an adrenaline-filled experience immersed in nature just a stone’s throw from Genoa? The Rio Lerca, nestled between the valleys of Monte Beigua, is one of the most evocative routes for canyoning in Liguria. Still little known, it offers a surprising descent between waterfalls, natural pools and gorges carved into the rock, all in a sunny and wild environment.

RIO LERCA -CANYONING LIGURIA

GENERAL INFORMATIONS

Difficulty: Adventure
Duration of the canyon: 4h
Global duration: 5-6 h
Approach march: 45 min
Return march: 10 minuti
Highest waterfall: 15 m
Price: 75€
When: Aprile / Ottobre

A still wild canyon, perfect for those seeking authentic emotions


The Rio Lerca stands out for its alternation between open stretches and spectacular sunken gorges. From the first waterfalls you have the option of choosing between rope descents and spectacular dives into clear water pools, making the experience customizable based on your level of preparation and desire to test yourself.

The natural pools, carved out over time by the stream, are perfect for diving. In the final section, narrow rock walls and exciting passages lead to an old dam, the arrival point of the descent.

How does the experience take place?

After meeting the guide and distributing the technical equipment (wetsuit, helmet, harness), we start with a panoramic walk of about 45 minutes. The first half hour is steep, but tackled calmly and in the cool of the morning.

Both for the approach and the length of the canyon it is not possible to carry out the activity in the afternoon after 12.00

Once you reach the beginning of the river, a complete briefing is carried out on safety, progression techniques and descent methods. Then the fun begins with slides, jumps, toboggans and rope descents, immersed in the magic of the Rio Lerca canyon

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Nature, adrenaline and relaxation: the perfect mix

Despite its proximity to the city, while descending the Rio Lerca you have the feeling of being in a remote place, similar to certain wild corners of Corsica. The waters are clear and temperate, the rock offers good grip, and in various points it is possible to exit the stream in complete safety.

The transparency of the water and the aesthetics of the canyon make it one of the most fascinating in Liguria. Also perfect as an adventure stop on an itinerant journey between sea and mountains.

Why choose canyoning at Rio Lerca?

✅ Suitable for those in good physical shape, even without much experience
✅ Spectacular dives, but never mandatory (except one from 3 meters)
✅ Bright, quiet and rarely crowded natural environment
✅ Ideal for mixed groups, sporty families or team building
✅ Close to the coast: perfect to combine with a weekend at the seaside

 

Ready for adventure?


✅ If you are looking for an outdoor activity that is different from the usual, canyoning at Rio Lerca is the right choice. A half day of adrenaline, laughter and extraordinary landscapes… between dives, slides and abseiling.

✅ immersed in uncontaminated nature, you will discover the power of nature and what it has managed to create over thousands of years

✅ No experience is needed, we will take care of everything… you just need to bring the desire to have fun and get involved.

Close to everything, but in the wild


✅ A few kilometers from the Ligurian coast and easily reachable from Milan, Turin or Florence, the Rio Lerca canyon is the perfect destination for those who want to experience an outdoor adventure in a breathtaking landscape.

✅ The meeting point is in Case soprane (Arenzano), a few km from the sea, this makes it even more perfect for a weekend away, in the name of relaxation and adventure

EQUIPMENT PROVIDED AND INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

  • 5 mm neoprene isothermal wetsuit
  • Helmet*
  • Buoyancy aid vest* (only if booked in advance)
  • Harness*
  • Descender, lanyards and safety karabiners*
  • Common equipment (ropes, first aid kit)
    * all Personal and Collective Protection Equipment used complies with current regulations

WHAT TO BRING? Rio Lerca Canyoning


✅ A polyester thermal shirt to wear under the wetsuit
✅ Swimsuit
✅ Towel
✅ Trainers/trekking shoes to get into the water and socks to get wet
✅ No rings on your hands
✅ Those who wear glasses will have to make sure they are fixed to their head to avoid losing them, those who use contact lenses, preferably disposable ones with a spare pair.

✅ Water bottle for the approach

✅ A plastic bag to store shoes, socks and anything else that will be wet after the experience

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION

✅ During the activity you will not have waterproof backpacks available so everything that cannot get wet will be left in the car.
✅ Phones remain in the car, we take photos and videos
✅ You will only have to think about enjoying the moment, disconnected from everyday life for once.

FOR THE APPROACH


✅ The approach will be done on foot, each carrying their own technical material.

✅ We will wear wetsuits at the start of the Canyon

✅ If you don’t want to do the approach in a swimsuit, just wear tight leggings.

But even more importantly


✅ We recommend a thermal shirt to wear under your wetsuit, even in summer.

✅ No, it’s not a whim of ours.

✅ YES, the water is cold.

✅ If the shoes you bring are not suitable for the activity, you will not be able to do the canyon.

INFORMATION

Before entering the canyon you will be informed and trained on

  • the objective and subjective risks encountered in the canyon environment and in canyoning activity.
  • the behaviour to be adopted for personal and group safety
  • the progression techniques, as described in the documents called ‘briefing’ and ‘card’, which can be downloaded from this site
  • behaviour to respect the environment.

 

You will be accompanied by professional, experienced Canyon guides, with a diploma from the Italian Canyon Guide Association or with equivalent qualifications

Recommended age: from 10 years*.

* minors must be accompanied by at least one parent or other adult to whom they have been entrusted. In the latter case, parental authorisation is required for the minor to take part in the activity

are you at least 10 paying participants? contact us for a personalised rate

REQUIRED

✅ A good and normal state of health
✅ knowing how to swim or alternatively, using the life jacket (to be requested at the time of booking) the absence of fear of water.
✅ The absence of cardiac, respiratory, allergic pathologies that are not compatible with physical effort and with the canyoning practice environment

If you have an allergy or a pathology that could compromise the performance of the activity, please consult our Guides before booking

the environment we are going to travel is a remote environment and not without risks, informing the guide of any physical problems is extremely important.

MEETING POINT - Rio Lerca Canyoning

Rio Lerca – Case Soprane- Arenzano (Genova)

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Simone: +39 3487911215

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