River Trekking at Kourtaliotiko Gorge
Overview
Through this tour you will have the chance to explore one of the most amazing and wild areas of Crete with a certified guide on your side. A special and unique environment with lot of wildlife around it. The great river will cool you up as we walking down the gorge .Local vegetation and natural seeds are everywhere around. No rush at all let you enjoy every aspect of the tour. Finally we will be at a cozy and friendly cottage where the Cretan hospitality makes you feel like home! The excursion runs in small groups to respect the ecosystem and giving the chance to connect with each other easier.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Transfer from the exit point back to participant´s vechicle if the group size is over 4 person
- Each participant will be provided with summer noeprenne suits, hiking poles , rock helmets , photos
- English speaking hiking guide
- Lunch
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
5FH7+P97 Foinikas
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Join us in a unique river trekking experience at the heart of Crete island. We will discover the hidden wilderness of a Cretan gorge by hiking through it. The walk starts by swimming to an amazing well hidden waterfall. Its power and greatness will impress you.
Then we will follow the river's bed splashing into crystal clear waters and natural pools having fun inside a beautiful natural landscape.
Our gorge is a unique ecosystem and you will have the chance to observe several amphibious animals such as frogs , colourfulll dragonflies , sweet water turtles and if we are lucky spot some vultures flying above us !
The middle part of the route is isolated from the crowds and suitable for everyone without demanding parts.
Later on we will stop for a snack under some huge plane trees having time to swim around and prepare local tea for everyone!
Before we finish our tour we will walk through some beautiful gardens with tropical vegetation and a typical Cretan olive grove.
Last but not least if you wish to have lunch follow us on a shady Greek taverna for some Greek tapas and a cold beer.
We will provide you with the suitable equipmnet to enjoy the most of it .
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-322378P3
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