Canyoning in the water - Kourtaliotiko Gorge
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Crete, Greece
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Trade tourist beaches for an exhilarating canyoning adventure on this small-group excursion to Crete’s Kourtaliotiko Gorge. With walls rising hundreds of meters above you, this tour takes you from the source of the Kourtaliotiko River down through natural pools and past a waterfall, with rappelling and water jumps along the way. Canyoning gear and a full safety briefing are provided before you set off.
- Escape the crowds on this canyoning trip to Kourtaliotiko Gorge
- Save money on rental gear—full canyoning equipment is included
- A small group of 12 ensures personal attention from your guide
- Capture every moment with complimentary photos of your trip
What's Included
- Personal gear (neoprene suit, full canyoning gear)
- Specialised canyoning instructors
- English guide
- Photos of your days
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Shoes (prepare to wet one pair and bring an extra one with you)
- Pick up from RETHYMNON with 20euros / person on request
- Entrance fee 5 Euros per person to enter into the gorge
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Epar.Od. Koxaron-Moni Prevelis 7, Koxare 740 53, Greece
Before the Gorge, there is Koxare village where you will meet the team. The meeting is at 09.00. Please, be on spot at least 10/15 minutes before the meeting time. We inform you that the team will leave this spot at 09.00am. Then, you will go to park at the gorge all together.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Kourtaliotiko Gorge
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Aviva_W
This was one of our highlights from our entire Greek island trip. The crew was amazing, encouraging and professional. The cliff jumps and rappelling were beautiful and exhilarating. Highly recommend this amazing and once in a lifetime Crete adventure!
Reviews
4.9
based on 57 reviews
Jacob_A, May 2026
The experience was amazing. The canyon is beautiful and the adventure was worth every penny. Our awesome tour operators guided us through the canyon allowing us to experience the full thrill all while taking amazing photos!
Heather_G, May 2026
It included 2 climbs, two jumps (optional of course!) and a 20 min walk through the gorge. We loved it - there were 5 of us in our group - all really enjoyed the experience. The guides were so supportive, friendly and funny! Would 110% recommend.
Stephen_J, Aug 2025
The activity providers were excellent, "Escape in Acition". Very friendly, professional and positive. A really good day! Make sure you check the meeting location as the one provided by Viator was not correct. Click through to the providers info and check there!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for your 5* review
Roy_O, Jul 2025
Excellent excursion! The team prioritized safety while running a fun activity. Small family run business.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you for your kind words ;)
Kelly_C, Jun 2025
Great activity with just the right amount of thrill! Wonderful staff who made it easy to tailor the experience to each individual’s comfort level. Location was stunning. Memorable vacation adventure!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you Kelly for your 5 stars review. We are glad you enjoyed the experience.
Ritchie_D, Jun 2025
it was very fun. The staff was fantastic. I would highly recommend the trip. I would recommend that you wear some good shoes that you don't mind getting wet. so fun
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your review and helpful recommendation!
We are glad you enjoyed the experience!
James_B, Jun 2025
Great experience that was out of our comfort zone. George, Harry and Barbara were wonderful and made us feel safe! We also loved that the pictures they took were provided via Airdrop before the excursion ended.
For anyone booking in the future, a sturdy set of tennis shoes would be best. Water shoes and Chaco’s/Teva’s were not good choices, when you are walking thru the gorge over uneven ground/rocks/in the water, etc.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your review.
We are glad you enjoyed the experience!
Ellen_B, May 2025
This was a really cool experience! A little confusion to start with where meeting location actually was - different info on Viator booking than in message from the tour operator. Eventually found each other and smooth sailing from then on. We parked and got changed into wet suits. No changing area or restrooms so do with that what you will. The entire team was very helpful and made sure everyone felt comfortable before starting. We were in a large group so split into 2. We had 2 instructors per group. As someone who had never done this before, I felt very comfortable and reassured the entire time. The team was very encouraging and supportive and honored your wishes as far as wanting to participate in jumps or repelling. They also took photos throughout the experience. After the series of repelling and jumping we made our way back through the gorge climbing through rocks and the water. It was definitely a cool part of the experience as well. Overall the whole activity between meeting up and being driven back to our cars was about 5 hours. We will treasure this memory always!
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you for your 5 stars review
Rhianna_B, Oct 2024
Canyoning isnt something I have done before and quite out of my comfort zone but the guides were amazing. I felt incredible safe throughout the experience and no pressure to do any jumps if you dont want to. The guides took photos along the way and sent them to us which is a nice thing to have. A few steps to get up and down to the gorge and at the end of the canyoning there is a 20/30 minute river trek to get back to the car (incase you need to know how much walking is required, not a lot).
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you very much for your 5 stars review
Shannon_B, Aug 2024
We had a fantastic time! Thank you! How do we get out pictures?:) Can't wait to see them. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for your 5 stars review Shannon. They sent you the pictures and videos on your WhatsApp On the 24th. I hope you got it
Jamal_B, Aug 2024
Wow! Canyoning was an amazing experience. The family that ran the tour was excellent. The made sure everyone had a safe and fun adventure. M6 wife can't swim but still was able to have a great time. Do not leave Crete without doing this!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for your beautiful review ;)
Ott_S, Jul 2024
George, Harry, Barbara and Nikos were all awesome, fun and professional in our whole journey canyoning with them. All of the people had fun, felt secure and had a great time with them. I would definitely do other activities with them as well
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review
Aviva_W, Jul 2023
This was one of our highlights from our entire Greek island trip. The crew was amazing, encouraging and professional. The cliff jumps and rappelling were beautiful and exhilarating. Highly recommend this amazing and once in a lifetime Crete adventure!
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Than you very much for your beautiful review. We are happy to know that you had a great time with our professionnal team
Kris_P, Jun 2023
The entire day was incredible. The gorge was beautiful and the repelling and cliff jumping were awesome. Great adventure with a friendly, fun, and professional team of guides. None of my children had ever repelled before and the team made them feel comfortable and safe. Perfect day in the gorge.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you for your 5 stars review
Elliot_K, Sept 2022
Niko and Harry were AMAZING guides!!! What an adventure we had, rappelling down the water falls into the beautiful pools and then an amazing river hike!
Response from Host, Sept 2022
Thank you for your review Elliot.
We wish you the best!
RayF, Aug 2022
Lifetime experience! Very organized! Suuuuuuper FUN! They provide videos during the experience. Everyone looks and wishes they were doing the same. Dont be boring, don't over think, JUST BOOK IT!
Response from Host, Aug 2022
We are very glad you enjoyed the experience and we hope to have you again on another of our tours!
Travis_O, Jun 2022
We (dad and two teens) took a shot at canyoning in Crete without knowing what to expect. From the scenery within the gorge /canyon, to the extremely helpful and fun crew, we all returned from the tour with great stories (and great pics from the team photographer). Our advice - book this!
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Thank you so much for your review :) Kourtaliotiko with its waterfalls it is certainly a memorable experience
grothus76, Sept 2024
Ein sensationell professionelles und eingespieltes Team (Crew), das uns einen perfekten Tag ermöglichte. Wir fühlten uns stehts sicher und gut aufgehoben und man spürte die Leidenschaft der Crew und den Spaß im Umgang mit uns. Auf jedenfall zu empfehlen und volle Punktzahl von uns!!!!!!👌😍
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you for your kind words
Andrea_F, Sept 2024
Assolutamente da fare! È stato bellissimo poter vedere questo posto da un'altra prospettiva e fare un'esperienza adrenalina come il Canyoning
Response from Host, Sept 2024
Thank you for your 5 stars review
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