Olympus: Rock Climbing and Via Ferrata

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About this activity

Seek adventure on Mount Olympus on this guided rock climbing course. During this outing, you'll depart from Vrontou with a small group of fellow travelers, which ensures personalized attention from your guide. Via Ferrata, Abseil, and Top rope courses begin your first touch with the rock next to the refreshing river.

Extreme Sports Climbing Small Group Additional fees Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Xtremeway Outdoors Ltd

Ages: Children (8–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Safety Gear (Helmet, Harness)
Included: Professional guide
Included: National Park fees
Included: Photos
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off upon requested

Not included

Not included: Climbing Shoes
Not included: Snacks
Not included: Video

Itinerary

We have our meeting from 12:30 to start our course. Once reaching our starting point the adventure begins. There we will prepare the necessary equipment and start with a short hike to reach our climbing field next to the refreshing river. Our Climbing courses: Beginners, Level 1, and Level 2. Guides will teach you the essential skills needed, equipment, movement, ropes, anchoring, belaying, and skills on each level. You don’t need to have any prior climbing experience to take part. Once you’ve tried out these new techniques, you will have the confidence of outdoor climbing. Beginners: We initiate with Via Ferrata, Abseil (rappelling), and an easy top rope climb. Level 1: Get ready to be more into the game and learn how to climb with your partner. Basic knots, Belaying, Rope management, Climbing gear, and Master points. Level 2: Now you are getting ready to prepare your master point and leading climb using quickdraws properly. Introduction to multi-pitch. Via Ferrata / Cordata: A via ferrata is a climbing route that employs steel cables or a fixed line with a cord, Cordata.

Stop 1
Agia Kori

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Mountain Club Vrontou is our meeting point.

The location may change. Additional information will be given after your reservation. Contact your guide.

End point

Mountain Club Vrontou is our meeting point.

The location may change. Additional information will be given after your reservation. Contact your guide.

Pickup points

Hotel Olympos
Artemis rooms
Kronos Hotel
Olympic Star Beach Hotel
Olympus Mediterranean
San Panteleimon
St. George in Nei Pori
Dias Hotel & Spa
Cronwell Platamon Resort
Olympus Thea Boutique Hotel
Diverso Platamon, Luxury Hotel & Spa
Hotel Ifigenia

and 40 more pickup points

Using your ticket

We offer guidance with experienced mountain guides. Pick up from nearby hotels and train stations. Complete safety equipment. Certificate, photos, video, souvenir. Closed group up to 8 with a minimum number of participants of 2.

You should have suitable hiking shoes, a small backpack, a waterproof or windproof jacket, a snack, and water.

Extra services If you don’t have appropriate apparel (shoes, jacket, backpack) tell us to get them for you. Something else as water, snacks, etc.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 10 years
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

Entry - Level 1

Entry - Level 1: Beginners, Family friendly

Pickup included
Level 2 - Intermediate

Level 2 - Intermediate: Top Rope, Multi Pitch

Pickup included