What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

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

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: At the petrol station "Fratelli Puddu".

Italy

Gorropu canyon guided hike

★★★★⯨ 5.0

8 hours

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Overview

Step into another world and explore one of the deepest and most spectacular canyons in Europe. Carved between towering limestone cliffs up to 500 meters high, Su Gorropu offers breathtaking scenery and a powerful silence broken only by nature.

Nature at its purest
Hike through ancient forests of holm oaks and junipers, following crystal-clear streams. Discover rare endemic plants like the delicate Aquilegia di Gorropu, found only here.

Wildlife encounters
You may spot a golden eagle soaring overhead or hear the distant call of a Sardinian deer. In quieter moments, watch for mouflons, the wild sheep that symbolize Sardinia’s rugged spirit.

An unforgettable experience
More than a hike, this is a journey into the island’s soul. With a passionate guide, you’ll learn about geology, legends, and the deep bond between Sardinians and this ancient land.

Walking distance: 7 Km

Duration of the walk: 4,5 hours

Duration of the tour: 8 Hours

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What's Included

✓ Included

Local guide
Professional guide
Driver/guide
Round-trip shared transfer
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

✗ Not Included

The entrance ticket to the canyon € 6 per person must be paid on spot by cash
Lunch

Itinerary

Stop 1

We leave from Orosei before to start driving off-road to descend in the valley where the path begins. We start the hike wading the Flumineddu river to enter in the woodland formed by Olm oaks and Mediterranean scrub. Walking along the cliffs of Mount Oddeu we get the entrance of the Gorroppu canyon in less than 2 hours. You will be astonished walking by the rocky walls which rise for more than 400 meters over the river bed, the Gorrupu canyon is one of the deepest canyons in Europe!!! During the trekking you will discover the unique microclimate of the canyon that allowed the giant growth of some trees like the Phyllirea and the old Yew tree; there is besides an endemic grass, the Acquilegia di Gorropu, present in very few individuals inside the canyon. When the path becomes more rough the hike become harder, sometimes you have to use the hands to proceed through the boulders then, when it is no longer possible to go further, we get back on our steps.