1 Day Vikos Gorge Crossing
Vikos Gorge Crossing! A fascinating hike in one of the most stunning gorges of Europe.
The Vikos Gorge is part of the 12,600 hectare Vikos-Aoos National Park and has been listed in the Guinness book of records as the deepest canyon worldwide in proportion to its width. It is definitely a spectacular sight! It is accessible from several points, including the gravity-defying cliff-face monastery of Agia Paraskevi at its southern end and the ridge-top village of Vikos at the other. The landscape of the 20 km long gorge is extremely diverse and is characterized by abrupt changes in altitude. The Vikos Gorge has been carved over millions of years by the Voidomatis River, a tributary of the Aoös River. As it splits the mountain in half, its slopes expose rock formations of limestone and dolomite, dating back to 150 million years . Its vertical cliffs rise up to a height of 1700 meters.
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1 Day Vikos Gorge Crossing
What's included in 1 Day Vikos Gorge Crossing
(Subject to Option Inclusions)The hike starts from Monodendri village with a 45 minute descend until we reach the river bed. The trail is ascending and descending surrounded by steep mountain tops and dense forests of deciduous trees and 1800 plant species. Before ascending to Vikos village, we will visit Voidomati’s springs, Greece’s cleanest and coldest river, with an average all year temperature of 8,5°C. If you are brave you might want to try the experience of a very refreshing dive in the crystal clear waters during summer months! The hike finishes at Vikos village, after a 1-hour ascent from Voidomatis springs. Timetable: 09:00 Meeting in Monodentri with your guide, welcome briefing 09:15 Trek commencement 12:30 Short break for a traditional picnic snack 15:00 Visit to Voidomatis springs for rest and pictures 16:00 Exit the gorge in Vikos village 16:15 Local transfer from Vikos back to Monodentri 17:00 Arrival in Monodentri, end of the activity
Inclusions
- Hiking poles, backpack / 4 participants, waterproof poncho jacket for the rainy days
- All necessary local transfers (to take you back to the meeting point after finishing the activity)
- Greek traditional picnic lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- English speaking Trekking Hellas Guide
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please meet the expert guide at Monodendri Village Central Square
