Rikavac Canyon Canyoning: Learn to Rappel Yourself
You rappel the waterfall, not watch someone else do it
A canyoning class at Rikavac canyon where you learn to jump, slide and rappel by yourself rather than being lowered down as a passenger. After a briefing at Velja Vrata, you hike to the canyon top and spend two hours practicing the basics, then descend the waterfall using what you've just learned. All gear, photos and ICOpro certification are included.
The experience
The difference here is that you do the rappelling. Most canyoning trips lower you down on a belay. This one teaches you the technique first, then has you control your own descent. After coffee and a briefing at Velja Vrata, you hike to the canyon entrance where the instruction starts: jumping off rocks, sliding down natural chutes, and the mechanics of abseiling. The guide checks your setup before each rappel, but you're the one managing the rope and the speed.
Rikavac canyon itself is the payoff: a narrow, water-carved slot that most visitors never see. The two-hour descent mixes short rappels with natural slides and pools, moving at what the operator calls "slow canyoning," which means you have time to absorb each section instead of rushing through. You'll wear a wetsuit, helmet, harness and neoprene socks. The operator provides everything. Photos are taken throughout and handed over at the end.
Children from age seven can join, and the guide speaks English, French, Dutch or Serbian depending on the group. Pickup is included, so you don't arrange transport separately. You'll leave with an ICOpro certification card and a canyoning handbook, both part of the package.
What’s included
- Wetsuit, helmet, harness with canyoning descender, neoprene socks and shoes.
- ICOpro certification and canyoning book.
- photos taken during the descent.
- insurance.
- pickup from your accommodation.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 3 days ago
Operated by AdriaTrek
Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, French, Dutch or Serbian, so book the language that matches your group. The class suits all fitness levels, though it does demand physical effort and mental focus. You're learning a real skill, not being carried through a canyon.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, French, Dutch and Serbian.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years); Child (7 to 14 years). Children under 7 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. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What exactly do I learn to do on this canyoning class?
You learn jumping, sliding and abseiling: the three core canyoning skills. The guide teaches the technique on dry land first, then you practice each one in the canyon itself before doing a full rappel down the waterfall.
How long is the actual time in Rikavac canyon?
Two hours from start to finish, including the hike to the top and all the rappels and slides on the way down. The pace is deliberate, so you're not rushing between sections.
What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?
Wetsuit, helmet, harness, neoprene socks, shoes, all safety gear, photos, insurance and ICOpro certification are included. Bring a towel, change of clothes and any personal items. Private transportation is not included, but pickup from your accommodation is.
What does "slow canyoning" mean?
It means you move through the canyon at a measured pace rather than racing through it. You have time to take in each section, recover between rappels and actually feel what you're doing instead of just getting through the checklist.
Rikavac Canyon Canyoning: Learn to Rappel Yourself
2h · EN · FR +2
from € 145 per person
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