From Rethymno | Crete: 3-4 or 5 Hour Trip to Kourtaliotiko Gorge Canyoning

  • Discover the wild Kourtaliotis Gorge on a private 3 or 4-hour trip
  • Explore the hidden forest of the gorge and splash into natural pools
  • Witness the huge waterfall that falls into the canyon
  • Follow the river’s shore through special paths away from crowds
  • Enjoy the thrill of the gorge river in Rethymno's largest Canyon

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Kourtaliotiko Gorge. Explore hidden forests, natural pools, and magnificent waterfalls.

Discover the wild Kourtaliotis Gorge on a private 3 or 4-hour trip with a Mercedes Vito. Stop for one or two or three hours to see the magnificent waterfalls and the springs of the Kourtaliotiko River.

Experience the thrill of the gorge river in Rethymno's largest canyon. Explore hidden forests, natural pools, and magnificent waterfalls. Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Kourtaliotiko Gorge.

Follow the river’s shore through special paths away from the crowds with an experienced guide. Explore the hidden forest of the gorge, splash into natural pools, and witness the huge waterfall that falls into the canyon.

Once you arrive above the gorge, you will be provided with neoprene suits, helmets, and walking sticks. After a short briefing about the route, immediately start the adventure.

The first part includes an amazing view of the great waterfall. The flow never stops and the amount of water coming down from the mountains is simply amazing. Cool off with a small and safe jump into the water.

The Kourtaliotiko Gorge, also known as the Asomatos Gorge, is a gorge on the southern side of the western part of the island of Crete. It is situated where the Kourtaliotiko River flows southwards between the mountains of Kouroupa and Xiron.

There is a small church (Agios Nikolaos) in the gorge and a 40-meter-high waterfall. The cliffs on the side of the gorge provide a roosting site for the Lammergeier vulture.

  • Private transportation in a Mercedes Vito
  • Profesional Experienced Driver
  • Visit to waterfalls and natural pools
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Rethymno Port - City Spots - Villas - Hotels areas Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town , Sfakaki, Stavromenos ,Petres ,Georgioupolis, Lavris, Gerani and Atsipopoulo
  • All the legal taxes
  • Liability insurance coverage
  • Bottles of water
  • First Aid Kit
Not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
Not suitable for
  • Children under 8 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Important information
What to bring
  • Hat
  • Swimwear
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
Not allowed
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Littering
Know before you go
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun
  • A camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views
  • Swimwear is advised for those wishing to splash in natural pools
  • The activity is not suitable for children under 8, pregnant women, or those with mobility impairments or back problems
Smoking, alcohol, and littering are prohibited during the trip