Gorropu: trekking towards the most spectacular canyon in Sardinia

3.7 (3 reviews) Sardinia, Italy
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Duration8h
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

You will experience indescribable sensations in visiting one of the most suggestive natural monuments of Sardinia, you will find yourself in one of the wildest places on the island.
Located between the municipalities of Urzulei and Orgosolo, it is about 1.5 km long, from the Cucutos point, it sinks for about 500 m.; on the bottom it narrows to reach in some places the minimum width of 4 - 5 m. These hard shapes make Gorropu a world pearl, an authentic masterpiece of nature and at the same time a precious treasure chest of biodiversity.

It is the most spectacular canyon in Europe, as well as one of the deepest. Gorropu is a gorge of erosive origin, one and a half kilometers long, which marks the border between the Barbarian territory of Orgosolo and that of Ogliastra Urzulei.
It has been shaped over time by the strength of the Flumineddu stream that flows on the bottom, fed by waters that cross the Supramonte, partly infiltrating underground tunnels, partly re-emerging from sources downstream of the gorge.

What's included

  • Entrance ticket to Gorropu canyon
  • Private transportation

What to expect

  1. Gola di Gorropu
    2h
    A heart full of wonders and wonder. The keywords of this new adventure will be: explore, have fun and interact with the family environment!
    We will look for the seductive faces of the deepest and most spectacular karst gorge in Europe: that of Gorropu.
    Located between the municipal areas of Urzulei and Orgosolo, it is about 1.5 km long, from the Cucutos peak (888 m), it sinks for about 500 m .; on the bottom it narrows until it reaches the minimum width of 4-5 m in some points. These hard forms make Gorropu a world pearl, an authentic masterpiece of nature and at the same time a precious treasure trove of biodiversity.
    You will live a magical place, the cradle of endemisms and a planter of stories. The elderly, even today, in fact tell of a frightening creature that has inhabited that gorge since the most remote times: "Sa mama 'e Gorropu". An imposing creature that demanded tributes and respect. Some spiteful beings, at his passing from the caves hidden inside during stormy nights and .. Let's find out together along the way between the secrets of the "drullios" and the magical atmospheres of a unique place in the world.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Dorgali at 09.30 - Viale John-F. Kennedy c/o Distributor Fuels srl, 08022 Dorgali NU - this is the point Google Maps : https ://maps.app.goo.gl/4dtayvhN9nyYmKiz7

End point

Dorgali at 09.30 - Viale John-F. Kennedy c/o Distributor Fuels srl, 08022 Dorgali NU - this is the point Google Maps : https ://maps.app.goo.gl/4dtayvhN9nyYmKiz7

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

3.7 (3)

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