Canyoning San Teodoro: Abseiling & Emerald Pool Slides

Rope down waterfalls into pools of emerald water, then slide carved rock into the canyon.

You get a half-day canyoning experience in Sardinia's Rio Pitrisconi canyon with a professional guide, full safety equipment, abseiling beside waterfalls, diving into emerald pools, rock slides and water trekking through the riverbed. Photos of the experience are included. The 4x4 transfer to the trailhead costs €10 extra and is paid in cash on the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Canyoning adventure in Rio Pitrisconi

• 4x4 journey through Supramonte greenery
• Downhill trek through rocks and vegetation
• Rope abseiling next to waterfalls
• Dive into natural emerald pools
• Slide down rock toboggans
• Water trekking in wild scenery

The experience

You're driving up into the Supramonte on a 4x4, winding through green hills that don't look like they're leading anywhere in particular. The road gets narrower. Then you stop, and the real walk begins: downhill through rocks and scrub, your guide pointing out where the canyon opens up ahead. By the time you reach the riverbed, you've already left the noise behind. The canyon in Rio Pitrisconi is narrow enough that the light changes as you move through it, and the water (actually emerald, not a marketing word) sits in pools between the rock walls.

The canyoning itself is the kind of thing that sounds scarier than it feels once you're rigged up. You abseil down next to waterfalls, the rope anchored and your guide watching the whole way. Then you're in the water, diving into pools that are deep enough and cold enough to wake you up completely. There are rock slides (actual toboggan runs carved into the stone by centuries of water) that you slide down into the next pool. The stretches between are water trekking, which is just walking and swimming through the canyon floor, scrambling over boulders, moving at whatever pace the group can manage. It's not a race. Your guide has done this hundreds of times and knows where the footholds are.

The whole thing takes a few hours, and by the end you're tired in the way that makes sense: muscles worked, adrenaline spent, completely present the whole time. Your guide takes photos throughout, so you get images of yourself actually doing it, not just standing at the top looking down. The equipment (harness, helmet, rope, wetsuit if you need one) is included. One thing to know: the 4x4 transfer from San Teodoro to the canyon start isn't part of the package, and you'll pay €10 cash on the day for it. That's separate from the canyoning fee itself.

What’s included

• Your day includes a professional canyoning guide, all safety equipment (harness, helmet, rope, wetsuit), rope abseiling beside waterfalls, diving into natural pools, rock slides through the canyon, water trekking along the riverbed, and photos of the experience.
• The 4x4 transfer to the canyon start is €10 extra, paid in cash on the day.
• Bring your own swimwear and towel.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 09:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (15 to 80 years) · Child (8 to 14 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Wild Project Sardinia

Is this one for you?Right for travelers with moderate fitness who want an adrenaline day in nature without a long commitment. Plan for a few hours of active movement (abseiling, diving, climbing), which is exactly what makes the canyon experience complete.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 14 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What's included in the canyoning price?

Guide, all canyoning equipment (harness, helmet, rope, wetsuit if needed), and photos of the experience. The 4x4 transfer (€10) is not included and is paid separately in cash on the day.

How long does the canyoning take?

The activity itself is a few hours, starting with a 4x4 drive into the Supramonte and a downhill trek to the canyon, then moving through the riverbed with abseiling, diving, slides and water trekking.

Is this suitable for beginners?

You need at least moderate physical fitness. It's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health. Your guide will assess fitness on the day.

What's the water temperature like?

The pools are cool and refreshing, especially after the physical exertion. Wetsuits are provided if you need one.

Do I need climbing or canyoning experience?

No prior experience is required. The guide handles all technical aspects and teaches you as you go. Moderate fitness is the main requirement.

What should I bring?

Swimwear, a towel, and water. Wear shoes with grip (not flip-flops). The guide and equipment provider will advise on what else you need when you book.

Can I do this in winter?

Water levels and conditions vary seasonally. Contact the provider to confirm availability for your travel dates.