Sardegna Canyoning trip
WHERE
Urzulei
DIFFICULTY
Adventure
This trip is also suitable for those who have never tried canyoning before.
DURATION
3 Days
PLANNED ACTIVITIES
3 Canyons
DEPARTURE & RETURN
March
- Planning, organization, and coordination of all activities
- 3 canyoning descents
- Professional guide and technical equipment: harness, helmet, headlamp, and 5 mm two-piece wetsuit
- Photos and videos from the activity days
- Food and accommodation
- Travel to and from the island
- Fuel costs
- Travel or personal accident insurance
- A shared fund will be set up on site to cover common expenses such as fuel, breakfast, packed lunches, and dinners at the accommodation. Lunches will always be packed, while dinners may be at a restaurant or, if we are not too tired, cooked together at the accommodation.
The price may be subject to change at the time of booking.
If you are a group of at least 6 people, we can also organize the trip on alternative dates upon request, either open to other participants or exclusively for your group.
- THE PRICE INCLUDES
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- Planning, organization, and coordination of all activities
- 3 canyoning descents
- Professional guide and technical equipment: harness, helmet, headlamp, and 5 mm two-piece wetsuit
- Photos and videos from the activity days
- THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
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- Food and accommodation
- Travel to and from the island
- Fuel costs
- Travel or personal accident insurance
- A shared fund will be set up on site to cover common expenses such as fuel, breakfast, packed lunches, and dinners at the accommodation. Lunches will always be packed, while dinners may be at a restaurant or, if we are not too tired, cooked together at the accommodation.
The price may be subject to change at the time of booking.
- DATES
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If you are a group of at least 6 people, we can also organize the trip on alternative dates upon request, either open to other participants or exclusively for your group.
WILD TRIP
THE TRIP AT A GLANCE
Sardinia Like You’ve Never Experienced It Before
Sardinia is not just about the sea and beautiful beaches. It also hides a wilder side, made of spectacular canyons and caves.
Some people go to Sardinia to lie on the beach. Others would rather squeeze into a cave, swim through an underground river, and rappel down a waterfall. We belong to the second group. We are not entirely sure when it happened, but somehow we now organize trips too.
Three days exploring Rio Pitrisconi, Codula Orbisi, and Grotta Donini, with rappels, jumps that are never mandatory, and water that, in some places, will wake you up better than any coffee ever could.
There will be walking, swimming, and plenty of effort — real effort, the kind that means you will not feel guilty about having an extra dessert at the end of the day.
Along the way, there will be laughter, a helping hand when needed, and the chance to discover a side of Sardinia that, unfortunately, you will never see from a sun lounger.
Then we head back by ferry, with wet gear and plenty of stories to tell.
ITINERARY
HOW DO WE GET TO THE ISLAND?
You can choose to travel to Sardinia independently, arranging your journey however you prefer, or travel together with the rest of the group, so the adventure starts even before you arrive and the journey can be shared more efficiently.
The only thing that really matters is arriving ready to have fun.
We usually travel on the overnight ferry, so we do not lose a full day and can arrive ready to start our first canyon.
Day 1 – Rio Pitrisconi
From Golfo Aranci, we head south into the inland area near San Teodoro to explore Rio Pitrisconi: a stream carved through granite in a wild setting, with around 6 rappels of up to 28 metres and jumps of up to 11 metres, all completely optional. No one has anything to prove here.
After refuelling — because some things should never be neglected — we continue to Urzulei, where dinner and our overnight stay await.
Day 2 – Grotta Donini
The second day starts with a bang, because we are taking you to explore an underground canyon that will leave you speechless: Grotta Donini.
Even the entrance sets the tone: an opening only about one metre wide in the bed of Codula Orbisi. Not exactly a grand entrance.
Two rappels through vertical shafts take us into a partially flooded environment, followed by another 15-metre descentthat brings us down to the underground river.
From there, we alternate between dry sections and swimming passages of up to 100 metres, before reaching the exit high on the rock face and the final 50-metre rappel.
Then it is back to the hotel to rest and get ready for the third and final day.
Day 3 – Codula Fuili
The final canyon of the trip will not disappoint.
This time, however, we leave the water behind, because Codula Fuili is a dry canyon, where water no longer flows. Even so, it is an incredibly beautiful and impressive route.
And the best part? It ends on one of Sardinia’s most distinctive beaches.
Once we finish the canyon, we stop for lunch — because lunch should never be skipped — and then head towards Golfo Aranci to catch the ferry home.
WILD TRIP
Sardegna Canyoning trip
3 canyon
- 3 canyoning descents
- Professional guide and all necessary equipment for the planned activities: harness, helmet, headlamp, and 5 mm two-piece wetsuit
- Planning, organization, and coordination of each day
- Photos and videos from the canyoning activities
- HOW DO WE GET TO THE ISLAND?
- TRANSPORTATION
- WHERE WE EAT
- WHERE WE STAY
- PLANNED ACTIVITIES
- EQUIPMENT PROVIDE
- WHAT TO BRING
- SHARED FUND
How Do We Get to Sardinia?
Everyone is free to choose the most convenient way to reach the island.
We will depart from Livorno on the overnight ferry, so we are ready the following morning for the first canyon of the trip.
How Do We Get Around the Island?
To travel between canyons, we will need cars. You can bring your own vehicle to Sardinia or share a car with other participants, arranging everything together before departure.
It is a good way to split costs, get to know each other, and quickly find out who has questionable taste in music.
Save your legs for the canyons — they will already have plenty to do.
We will decide where and what to eat day by day, depending on the schedule and the group’s needs.
Lunches will be packed, as we will be spending our days in the canyons or out hiking.
Dinner plans will be decided together based on the group’s preferences and how each day unfolds.
We will stay either in shared accommodation, in shared rooms, or in a hotel recommended by our guides, with rooms shared by two or more people.
You will be free to choose the option that best suits your needs.
If you have any specific requirements, or if you would prefer accommodation outside the shared house or a private room, please contact our guides and we will help you find the best solution for you.
Three of the most beautiful canyons on the island will be selected at the start of the trip, depending on the weather and local conditions.
The planned canyons may change depending on weather conditions. If an activity is considered too risky, it will not take place. A suitable alternative will be arranged based on the group’s needs.
- 5 mm neoprene wetsuit
- Helmet*
- Harness*
- Descender, safety lanyards, and carabiners*
- Group equipment (ropes, first-aid kit)
All personal and collective protective equipment provided complies with current safety regulations.
- A polyester thermal top to wear under the wetsuit.
- Swimsuit.
- Towel.
- Trainers or trekking shoes suitable for getting wet, plus a pair of socks to wear in the water.
- No rings on your hands.
- If you wear glasses, make sure they are securely fastened to avoid losing them. If you wear contact lenses, disposable lenses are recommended, with a spare pair.
- A plastic bag for storing wet shoes, socks, and any other items after the activity.
A shared fund will be set up to cover common travel expenses.
The amount will be agreed together with the group once everyone has met.
INFORMATION
Our Trips Are Not for Everyone
They are for those who want to experience real adventures, with real people, in real environments.
For those looking for excitement, adventure, and intense days.
For those who are not put off by the unexpected and understand that the best journeys are not always the easiest ones.
Do not expect a holiday spent relaxing on a sunbed: our trips are about physical activity, nature, effort, shared experiences, and the satisfaction that comes with it.
Before entering each canyon, our guides will explain the characteristics of the route, the possible objective risks, and the behaviour required to ensure everyone’s safety and respect for the environment.
When necessary, you will also be introduced to the main rope techniques used during the activity.
In short: there will be plenty of laughter and fun, but once we enter the canyon, safety and focus come first.
REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE
To join our trips, you need to understand what canyoning is and what the activity involves.
You are also required to:
- Be in good general health and have a level of fitness suitable for the planned activities.
- Be able to swim or, if you are not confident in the water, not be afraid of it and wear a life jacket, which must be requested at the time of booking.
- Have no heart or respiratory conditions that may be incompatible with the physical effort required for hiking and canyoning.
If you have any doubts about your physical condition, we recommend speaking with your doctor before the trip.
We also recommend taking out travel insurance to cover any unexpected events.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend taking out travel insurance that covers unexpected events before and during the trip, including risks related to canyoning and hiking activities.
Because we love adventure — unexpected problems, a little less.