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Rock · Beginner friendly

Via Ferrata

Where

El Rio, South Tenerife

Duration

3 h

Season

All year

Minimum age

10+

Via ferrata in El Rio, south Tenerife
Via ferrata bridge

On the wall

2 h

Exposure

High, always clipped in

Bridges

Two

Swimming

Not needed

Group

Max 8

Languages

PL · EN · ES

Level 1 · Easy

No experience needed. If you can climb a ladder, you can do this.

The day

Ever wanted to climb? A via ferrata is a rock wall fitted with iron rungs, a steel cable and a couple of bridges with nothing but air underneath. You are clipped to the cable from the first step to the last.

It is the gentlest way to find out how you feel about height: real exposure, very little technique, and a guide beside you the whole way.

How the day runs

09:30 · Meet at El Rio

Harness, helmet and lanyards fitted, practice on the ground.

10:00 · First section

Rungs and a traverse to get used to the clips.

10:45 · Bridges and the top

The airy part, then the view over the south coast.

12:00 · Walk down

An easy path back to the cars.

Included

Licensed guide

Helmet, harness and via ferrata lanyards

Activity insurance

Photos from the day

Bring

Trainers with good grip

Water

Sun cream and a cap

Good to know

Is it safe for children?

From 10 years, with an adult. The guide can add a rope for extra security.

Do I need strong arms?

Not really. You climb with your legs, like on a ladder.

What if I freeze halfway?

It happens. The guide is next to you and there are easy ways off after each section.

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