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Canyoning

Designed for those who want to try canyoning in one of the less challenging canyons in the area.

Suitable for individuals, couples, families with children, teambuilding and larger groups.

Can be combined with half day rafting, or half day riverbug.

95 € adult person

Children 85 € (up to 14 years)

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Basic information – Itinerary

Included in the price

  • Canyoning hike
  • Equipment
  • Neoprene suit – Overall 5mm (you can have your own, of appropriate thickness, with long sleeves and legs)
  • Neoprene socks (you can bring your own)
  • Seat with carabiners – for canyoning a special seat with a sliding surface on the butt is used, so a climbing seat is not suitable
  • Climbing or canyoning helmet with certification (you can bring your own)
  • Trained guide
  • Possible parking and entrance fees

Bring with you

  • Swimwear underneath the wetsuit
  • Own shoes (will be wet). We recommend walking boots, or sturdy shoes above the ankle with grippy (non-slip) soles. No sandals, no canvas shoes, no flip-flops.
  • Neoprene cap – for big ice-lovers or in cold weather
  • Neoprene gloves – for freezers (worse rope handling)
  • Medication if necessary – allergies, asthma, diabetes,… and inform the instructor
  • Light snack – e.g. muesli bar, apple, water
  • Towel and change of clothes
  • Good mood 🙂

Start and meeting point

9:00 or 14:00 at the Black Sheeps Adventures base

(Possible change of time available upon agreement)

Duration

3-4 hours, time in the canyon 1.5-2 hours.

The time schedule is only indicative (depends on water conditions, weather, participants themselves).

Price does not include

  • Insurance. We recommend additional insurance for mountain rescue and helicopter rescue.
  • Transportation – The participant is transported to the canyon by his/her own car

Choosing a canyon

Please write your preferences in the notes of the order form. We reserve the right to change the canyon or reschedule the date due to weather conditions and safety concerns (in agreement with the client).

Course of the canyoning tour

  • We will meet at our Black Sheeps Adventures base in Wildalpen at the agreed time.
  • This is followed by filling in the list of participants, providing basic information.
  • Participants will be provided with the necessary equipment (Each person guarantees that the equipment is of the correct size and complete. Incompleteness of equipment is an obstacle in  canyoning tour.)
  • Transportation by own cars to the parking lot under the canyon follows.
  • Change of clothes – we recommend a towel and a swimsuit, changing is usually done in the car park.
  • Walking to the canyon – here we take only things that can get wet. On warmer days it is recommended to walk in a swimsuit, and a lighter e.g. functional T-shirt. The equipment is then carried in the hand or hung on the back.
  • Before entering the canyon itself, there will be a safety training on how to move in the canyon and a rappelling test
  • Hooray, we’re going to the canyon!
  • After passing the canyon we walk back to the car. Changing clothes and handing over the equipment to Guido. Goodbye.
  • Shower at the Black Sheeps Adventures base in Wildalpen

Rotmoosbach Canyon

Forest canyon of aquatic character. After the training and practical testing of rappeling techniques, there is a walking passage with smaller slides and swimming pools. The 5m deep jump guarantees a good dose of adrenaline. From now on, the canyon takes on a steeper character with alternating passages for rappeling, sliding, swimming and a small jump at the end.

  • Locality: Göstling an der Ybbs
  • Distance from the base: 25 min, 27 km (by car)
  • Appointments: June – September, Thursday – Sunday
  • Weather: passable even in rain
  • Group size: 2-8 persons per Guido
  • Condition: 4/10
  • Ascent: 15min – gravel road
  • Descending the canyon: 1,5 – 2 hours (depending on the size of the group)
  • Back to the car: 5 min
  • Height difference: 70 m
  • Highest abseil: 18 m
  • Jumps: 2x, highest approx. 5 m (not necessary to jump)
  • Slides: 1x larger and a couple of smaller ones

Taglesbach Canyon

A forest canyon of aquatic character, where the water weaves between the rocks, creating countless slides and jumps that alternate with short swimming sections. This wild and wonderful natural space invites you to adventure in harmony with nature.

  • Location.
  • Distance from the base: 45 min, 55 km (by car)
  • Appointments: may – october
  • Weather: passable even in rain
  • Group size: 4-8 persons per Guido
  • Condition: 6/10
  • Ascent: 30 min – gravel road
  • Descending the canyon: 2 – 3 hours (depending on the size of the group)
  • Back to the car: 5 min
  • Height difference: 150 m
  • Highest abseil: 15 m
  • Jumps: a lot 🙂 highest about 7 m (not necessary to jump)
  • Slides: a lot 🙂

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