Cetina River Canyoning: 53m Rappel & Waterfall Drop
You rappel 53 meters next to Croatia's biggest waterfall
You meet guides at Split's Riva, drive 45 minutes to Šestanovac, then walk and swim through the Cetina River canyon with professional equipment and instruction. The centerpiece is a 53-meter rappel down a cliff next to Velika Gubavica waterfall, followed by an 18-meter jump. Transport, all gear, and insurance are included. You need moderate fitness, be at least 16, and be comfortable swimming.
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Extreme canyoning adventure on Cetina River
- Meet guides at Riva Promenade
- Travel 45 minutes to Šestanovac village
- Receive equipment and safety briefing
- Walk and swim through canyon
- Abseil 53 meters by Velika Gubavica waterfall
- Complete 18-meter drop descent
What’s included
Professional guide and driver, air-conditioned minivan transport from Split to Šestanovac and back, all canyoning equipment (neoprene suit, helmet, life jacket, harness), insurance coverage, and safety briefing. Canyoning shoes are available to rent for 7€ or you can bring your own firm sports shoes.
Times
Next departure: 1 May 2027
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Operated by Go Adventure travel agency
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The experience
You land in Split with a free afternoon, or you're staying in the city and want something that actually gets your heart moving. The Riva Promenade is where you meet your guides at the start time. They're waiting with the minivan, and you've got a 45-minute drive ahead to Šestanovac village, where the Cetina River canyon begins. The road winds through Dalmatian landscape, and by the time you arrive, you're already thinking about what comes next.
Your guides hand you the gear: neoprene suit, helmet, life jacket, harness. They walk you through the safety briefing, not the rushed kind, but the kind that makes you believe they've done this hundreds of times and know exactly what they're doing. Then you start walking into the canyon itself. The water is clear enough that you can see the bottom, and the cliffs rise up around you, some of them reaching 180 meters. You swim between pools, move through narrow sections where the rock walls close in, and stop at smaller waterfalls. It's beautiful and it's physical, and your legs already know you're working.
Then you reach Velika Gubavica, the big one. Your guides set up the rope system, and you clip in. The 53-meter rappel down the cliff face next to the waterfall is the moment this tour separates itself from the basic canyoning version. You're not walking around it, you're descending right alongside it, feeling the spray and the roar the whole way down. After that, there's an 18-meter drop into the pool below. By the time you're back in the minivan heading to Split, you're quiet for the first part of the ride, just processing what you just did.
Is this one for you?Book this if you're fit enough to handle several hours of swimming and climbing, comfortable with heights, and want the full adrenaline experience: the 53-meter rappel and 18-meter drop are what make this different from easier canyon tours, and they're why you need moderate fitness and real swimming ability.
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Top questions
What's the difference between this and the regular Cetina canyoning tour?
This one includes the 53-meter rappel next to the waterfall. The standard version walks around it instead. Both follow the same river route.
How long does the whole day take?
The minivan ride is 45 minutes each way. The canyoning itself is several hours in the water and canyon. Plan for a full morning or afternoon.
Do I need to bring my own shoes?
You should bring firm sports shoes. Canyoning shoes are available to rent for 7€ if you don't have them.
Is this safe for someone who's not a strong swimmer?
No. The tour is not recommended for non-swimmers. You'll be in water throughout, and swimming ability is essential.
What's the minimum age?
16 years old. The tour is also not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with spinal injuries, heart conditions, or poor cardiovascular health.
What equipment do I get?
Neoprene suit, helmet, life jacket, and harness. All are provided. Canyoning shoes can be rented or brought yourself.
Where do I meet the guides?
Riva Promenade in Split. The minivan picks you up from there and takes you to Šestanovac village.
Is insurance included?
Yes, insurance is part of the package.
Cetina River Canyoning: 53m Rappel & Waterfall Drop
6h · EN
from US$ 92 per person
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