Stands out for

  • • Level II canyon with granite walls and successive pools along the Fial River, Pontevedra
  • • Waterfall rappels and opposition passages in an enclosed Galician river gorge
  • • Certified guides with over 20 years of canyoning experience in Galicia
  • • Full wetsuit, helmet and harness included — no personal equipment needed
  • • 5.0/196 Google Maps reviews — Turac Aventura, a reference for active tourism in Galicia

Description

The Forcas do Fial Canyon

The Forcas do Fial (Level II) runs through the Fial River in the interior of Pontevedra, cutting a gorge with granite walls and pools. With moderate technical difficulty, it is ideal for those with basic experience looking to tackle more committed routes.

The experience

The route combines sections of riverbed walking, floating passages, pools requiring technical skill, and rappels over waterfalls. Turac guides, with over 20 years of experience in Galicia, adapt the pace to the group.

Groups and prices

From €45/person (12+ guests). Groups of 4: €55/person. Groups of 3: €60/person. Maximum 2 people: €80/person.

Restrictions

Minimum age 13 years. Not recommended for people with active knee or shoulder injuries, severe claustrophobia or heart conditions. Basic fitness required.

Key Info

Difficulty

Moderate

Best season

seasons.SPRING, seasons.SUMMER, seasons.AUTUMN

Not suitable for kids

Practical Guide

Everything you need to know about Canyoning at Fial River — Level II

This is general information about this type of experience. Specific details will be confirmed during the booking process

Location

In this area

Expert Recommendations

Bring water shoes or old trainers. Swimwear under the wetsuit. No alcohol before. Arrive 10 minutes early at the meeting point. Restrictions: no active knee or shoulder injuries, no heart conditions, no severe claustrophobia. Minimum age 13 years.

About the Area

The Fial River flows through the interior of Pontevedra, through riparian forests and granite formations characteristic of the Galician landscape. The area is part of the natural surroundings of Galicia inner mountains, with abundant Atlantic vegetation and river wildlife.

Offers

Best available offers for Canyoning at Fial River — Level II

Forcas do Fial Canyoning — Level II

Level II route with waterfall rappels and pool passages in inland Pontevedra — from €45/person.

5.0
Duration 3 h
Age 13+
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Duration: 3 horas aproximadamente
Description

Combination of riverbed walking, floating passages, pools and waterfall rappels. Turac guides with over 20 years of canyoning experience in Galicia.

Included Services
  • Certified guide
  • Full wetsuit (jacket / trousers)
  • Helmet
  • Harness and rappelling equipment
  • Civil liability and accident insurance
  • Photo album of the activity
Not included
  • Transport to the canyon
  • Water footwear (water shoes or old trainers recommended)
  • Food and water
Age: 13+
Languages:
🇪🇸 Español
Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 14 days before the activity (100% refund). Between 7 and 14 days: 75% refund. Last 6 days: no refund. Free date change up to 7 days before, subject to availability.

Meeting point: Meeting point in Covelo / Mondariz (Pontevedra). Exact coordinates and access details provided upon booking confirmation. Turac arranges transport from Vigo if requested in advance.
From €45

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Frequently Asked Questions

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This is a Level II canyon — we recommend having completed at least one Level I route. If you have no prior canyoning experience, contact Turac for guidance on the most suitable route.
You must be able to swim. Pools and floating sections are part of the route. You do not need to be an expert swimmer, but you should feel comfortable in the water.
The activity takes approximately 3 hours from the meeting point to the end of the route, including equipment preparation and initial briefing.
It depends on the intensity. The activity can be done in moderate rain — water is already part of the route. In heavy rainfall or river flooding, the activity is rescheduled at no extra cost.
Swimwear or a complete change of underwear that can get wet. Water shoes or old trainers. The wetsuit, helmet and harness are provided by Turac.