Furco Ravine from Torla

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The Furco Ravine features three rappels, two of which are spectacular, several slides, and a non-compulsory 8-meter jump.

The Furco Ravine is one of the most popular canyons, offering easy entry and exit. It’s a very cool and varied canyon with a bit of everything, and a level of difficulty accessible to anyone that won’t disappoint the most adventurous. For ages 12 and up. No previous experience required.

Fun Facts

• Minimum age: 12 years.
• Duration: 2.5 hours.
• Dates: April to October.
• Schedule: Morning and afternoon.
• Location: Broto.
• Approach: 10 minutes.
• Return: Nothing.
• Rappels: 2 rappels of 24 meters and one of 8 meters.
• One 8-meter jump (not mandatory) and several slides.

Program

1. Meet at the water and snow office in Torla. Calle Iglesia 6, local
2. Registration.
3. Material distribution.
4. Transportation to the activity (you will need your vehicle – 10 minutes).
5. Descent of the canyon.
6. End of the activity.

What’s included

• Canyoning guide.
• Accident and personal injury insurance.
• Group equipment (ropes, safety equipment, first aid kit, etc.).
• Individual equipment (two-piece 5mm wetsuit, neoprene socks, harness, helmet, anchor and descender lines, backpack, and watertight container).
• Photo report.

What you need to bring

• Swimsuit; We’ll use it as a change of clothes under the wetsuit and as a layer for the approach and return.
• Footwear; you’ll need shoes that get wet, with good soles and can be laced up. The ravines are slippery.
• Thermal clothing; for those who feel the cold, thermal clothing is recommended. Any mesh or t-shirt made of synthetic material (polyamide, polyester, fleece) will do.
• Towel; this will be very useful for drying off and changing clothes at the end of the activity.
• Shoes and a change of clothes.
• For those who wear glasses, it’s recommended to tie them with a strap or go without them.
• For those who wear contact lenses, it’s recommended to cover them with swimming goggles for the jumps or slides.
• Vehicle to get to the activity.