Canyoning

Nothing can be more refreshing in a hot summer day than rappelling into the cool waters of a mountain waterfalls and admiring the canyon neighbouring. Place of the program: Harghita county, Little-Bicaz Gorge Microregion: Gheorgheni Basin Price of the program: 150 RON/person, includes wetsuit and guide

Meeting with the guide on site (by prior arrangement).   Program description: Canyoning is a relatively “young” activity, dating back to the 1970s, but thanks to its dynamic development, it became very popular by the mid-1980s. The technical solutions combine the equipment and techniques used in mountaineering and caving. Basically, it means descending in a gorge valley with rope. Approach the canyon from above, our direction of travel is only possible downwards and leave it at the bottom. On these tours we provide the individual and collective equipment for canyoning and the snack. Here, the tour guide is also a canyoning tour guide who is a cave lifeguard and he is responsible for the safety of the members.  The Sec/Száraz Creek (meaning: dry) separates the Hășmașul Negru/Fekete-Hagymás and the Telecul Mare Mountains. It is located entirely in the Bicaz Groge-Hășmaș National Park. The approach tour is 1.5-2 hours. The terrain is very steep, but beautiful. The canyoning tour is 4-7 hours. In this canyon, the number of smaller to larger waterfalls exceeds 15. Beautiful and very spectacular tour. The exit from the canyon back to the car is 30-45 minutes. We recommend this tour only to people who are in good physical condition. It is important for participants to be able to swim. This canyon can really be enjoyed in the spring during the snowmelt period, though the water is very cold at this time.   Important information: Before each tour, the guest fills out a declaration of their own responsibility and we also recommend accident insurance, even though we have never had an accident before (and we want to preserve this tradition). Program location: Harghita and Neamt counties Destination: Bicaz Groge-Hășmaș National Park Program price: min. 4, max. 250 RON / person for 6 people

Meeting with the guide on site (by prior arrangement).   Program description: Canyoning is a relatively “young” activity, dating back to the 1970s, but thanks to its dynamic development, it became very popular by the mid-1980s. The technical solutions combine the equipment and techniques used in mountaineering and caving. Basically, it means descending in a gorge valley with rope. Approach the canyon from above, our direction of travel is only possible downwards and leave it at the bottom. On these tours we provide the individual and collective equipment for canyoning and the snack. Here, the tour guide is also a canyoning tour guide who is a cave lifeguard and he is responsible for the safety of the members. Alb/Fehér Creek (meaning: white) is one of the important side streams of Cheile Bicăjel/Kis-Békás, so the tour starts from the Bicaz Gorge. Approaching the place takes maximum 30 minutes, the series of waterfalls is 2-3 hours long, and after that there will be a little canyon walk in the lower section of the Bicăjel/Kis-Békás Creek. Anyone can sign up for the tour.   Important information: Before each tour, the guest fills out a declaration of their own responsibility and we also recommend accident insurance, even though we have never had an accident before (and we want to preserve this tradition). Program location: Harghita and Neamt counties Destination: Cheile Bicazului-Hășmaș National Park Program price: min. 4, max. 150 RON / person for 6 people

Meeting with the guide on site (by prior arrangement).   Program description: Canyoning basically means walking through rock gorges, with proper protective clothing: neoprene clothing and socks (this keeps the body warm), any shoe can be used which is so good quality that after soaking it does not fall apart, and a helmet. Anyone can take part in these tours (it doesn’t matter if you can't swim). We provide the tour guide (who is a canyoning tour guide and cave rescuer), individual equipment (neoprene clothing, socks, helmet), team equipment (dry backpack to keep clothes and small things e.g. cameras, phones, car keys dry, ropes and carabiners). Footwear is not provided, everyone should bring it.  The Bicăjel/Kis-Békás Creek (means little frog) separates the Piatra Poienii/Máriakő and Surduc/Szurdokkő. It can be reached in half an hour in a beautiful terrain. The walk through the gorge takes 3-4 hours and the return trip takes place on the Bicaz/Békás Gorge, so the tour includes a visit to it too. This is a very nice canyon tour with many deep stone cauldrons in which you can jump. Along the way, we also touch the huge waterfall of the Fehér (white) Creek. Good physical fitness comes in handy on this tour as it is long enough, but after all you can get out of the creek anytime if you get tired.   Useful information: You can only apply for our canyon tours from spring to late autumn, the warmest summer days are most ideal as the mountain streams in our area are all very cold without exception. We provide a one-time hearty, varied snack.  Before each tour, the guest fills out a declaration of their own responsibility and we also recommend accident insurance, even though we have never had an accident before (and we want to preserve this tradition). Program location: Harghita and Neamt counties Destination: Bicaz Gorge-Hășmaș National Park Program price: min. 5, max. 100 RON / person for 8 people

Meeting with the guide on site (by prior arrangement).   Program description: Canyoning basically means walking through rock gorges, with proper protective clothing: neoprene clothing and socks (this keeps the body warm), any shoe can be used which is so good quality that after soaking it does not fall apart, and a helmet. Anyone can take part in these tours (it doesn’t matter if you can't swim). We provide the tour guide (who is a canyoning tour guide and cave rescuer), individual equipment (neoprene clothing, socks, helmet), team equipment (dry backpack to keep clothes and small things e.g. cameras, phones, car keys dry, ropes and carabiners). Footwear is not provided, everyone should bring it. The Lapos (flat) Strait is the valley of the Lapos Stream, which separates the Kupás and Bardócz Mountains, in the area of ​​the Bicaz Gorge-Hășmaș/Nagyhagymás National Park. The road takes approx. 45-60 minutes but also accessible by car (in this case someone has to bring the car back). Walk through the strait takes 2-3 hours. It is not very popular because in summer it often dries out completely depending on the weather.   Useful information: You can only apply for our canyon tours from spring to late autumn, the warmest summer days are most ideal as the mountain streams in our area are all very cold without exception. We provide a one-time hearty, varied snack. Before each tour, the guest fills out a declaration of their own responsibility and we also recommend accident insurance, even though we have never had an accident before (and we want to preserve this tradition). Program location: Harghita and Neamt counties Destination: Bicaz Gorge-Hășmaș National Park Program price: min. 5, max. 100 RON / person for 8 people

Carpathian Escapes was created to allow the world to discover a most beautiful part of Europe, a hidden secret, the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania.  Carpathian Escapes is a fully bonded travel agency that was funded with an EU grant obtained by local enthusiasts who have joined together to provide various trips for those seeking an active holiday with breathtaking sights whilst surrounded by the peace and tranquility rarely found today. Guided by the volunteers from the mountain rescue team the Escapes daily programs offer snow mobile trails, hiking routes and ski touring to challenge all levels. These Escapes take you back in time to where the local people still live as they have for the past fifty years. Accommodation has been selected to allow you to experience the life there, in essence an Escape from the modern day world and stresses of the western lifestyle.