Caving-canyoning at Grotta Donini on the Supramonte of Urzulei
Highlights
- Discover a naturalistic jewel of the Ogliasta, a karstic cave full of pools and underground lakes.
- Explore a spectacular environment of rocky gorges, narrow corridors and dives into emerald pools.
- The ideal activity for those who are not afraid of the dark and want to push their physical and mental limits.
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Full description
Venture into the underground depths with speleo-canyoning at Grotta Donini and discover a true naturalistic jewel ofOgliastra.
You will find yourself in a spectacular environment, among pools of water illuminated by subtle glimmers of light, small waterfalls, stalactites, stalagmites, and attractively shaped rocky gorges.
Prepare yourself for a fascinating and physically and mentally demanding route, in which you will have to swim, abseil and face sections in the dark. Claustrophobia forbidden!
What we will do
We will meet the guide in Urzulei (NU), be given all theequipment and, after an introductory briefing on progression techniques and safety rules, we will approach the cave on a 15-minute walk.
Grotta Donini is a sinkhole for surface water, which has created a continuous succession of underground pools and ponds. The path inside is very articulated and involves crossing narrow corridors and several rope descents, the longest of which measures a good 50 metres.
At some points we will have to dive in the dark, illuminated only by the light of our torches, for a very special and unique experience. The environment in which we will find ourselves will make us feel like the protagonists of a fantasy film, explorers of underground gorges where the very few rays of sunlight that manage to penetrate create spectacular plays of light and give the water marvellous emerald shades.
At the end of the caving-canyoning route, it will take about 1 hour on foot to return to the meeting point. In total, the activity will last about 6 hours.
Who it is aimed at
This activity is at an advanced level and is suitable from 12 years of age. To participate, one must have good physical skills, be able to swim, not suffer from claustrophobia, and have already walked other canyons.
Other information
This activity is feasible from April to October and is confirmed upon reaching a minimum of 2 participants, subject to weather conditions and the guide's availability.
Private groups of at least 4 persons may request to carry out the activity also on days other than those indicated in the calendar.
We only accept participants who speak or understand Italian perfectly.
Recommended clothing
- swimming costume
- thermal shirt (optional)
- hiking shoes (to be wet)
Don't forget to bring
- towel
- spare shoes and clothes
- water and snacks
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Urzulei, Nuoro

Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed-date booking and the weather conditions are not suitable for safely carrying out the activity (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be fully refunded. The guide may offer you an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to accept or decline these proposals. If you cannot reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund!
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
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