Dive into the thrills of Barranco de la Mela with Alicante Aventura—a beginner-friendly canyoning route featuring natural slides, jumps, and breathtaking scenery in Spain’s Sierra de la Serrella.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical shape, able to walk uneven terrain and swim comfortably.
Wildlife
History
The Barranco de la Mela follows ancient erosion patterns from the Sierra de la Serrella, a region historically used by local shepherds and farmers.
Conservation
Alicante Aventura practices responsible tourism by minimizing impact on flora and fauna and educating visitors about Leave No Trace principles.
Alicante Aventura
Dive into the thrills of Barranco de la Mela with Alicante Aventura—a beginner-friendly canyoning route featuring natural slides, jumps, and breathtaking scenery in Spain’s Sierra de la Serrella.
Alicante Aventura is an outdoor activity provider based in Vinyals, Comunitat Valenciana. The company organizes guided coastal and mountain experiences across the Costa Blanca and nearby interior, offering kayaking, Vía Ferrata routes, canyoning, hiking, speleology, horse riding, paragliding, and electric bike and watercraft rentals. Trip options include Cabo de Sant Antoni en kayak, Kayak en Morro de Toix y Cova dels Coloms, Kayak en la Cala Granadella, and numerous coastal kayak routes around Villajoyosa, Benidorm, Moraira and Granadella.
Alicante Aventura runs specialized programs for schools and companies, such as Dinamicas Acuaticas en Villajoyosa for student groups and Actividades Dinamicas para Empresas for corporate team building. Seasonal promotions and special offers like Black Friday discounts are offered for activities including canyoning, kayaking, and bungee-style experiences.
Guided experiences frequently include instruction, route briefing, and necessary safety equipment; several trips explicitly mention professional or expert guides. Rental services are available for kayaks, paddleboards, electric bicycles, and mountain and canyoning gear. Specific technical routes and sites include Vía Ferrata del Ponoig, Falconera, Callosa de Segura, Villena, Relleu, and others, plus canyon routes such as Barranco del Mascarat and Barranco de Bolulla.
Booking, group sizes, exact itineraries, skill requirements, and safety measures vary by trip; interested visitors should consult the activity listing or contact Alicante Aventura for current availability, schedules, and requirements.
Several experiences are suitable for beginners and families, with specific beginner-friendly kayak tours and accessible Vía Ferrata routes listed. Detailed trip descriptions outline fitness level, duration, and meeting points and equipment needs included.
Base Location
Vinyals, Comunitat Valenciana
Operating from the Costa Blanca region
Tours Offered
Extensive range
Kayak, Vía Ferrata, canyoning and more
Guided Experiences
Professional guides
Instruction and safety equipment on guided trips
Programs & Rentals
School & corporate
Student activities, team building and rentals
Check dates and availability for kayaks, Vía Ferrata, canyoning, rentals and group programs — book early to secure preferred times and meeting points.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear
Choose shoes with good grip for slippery rocks and water crossings along the canyon.
Bring at least 1.5 liters of water
Hydration is key during the 3-hour descent especially under the Mediterranean sun.
Arrive prepared to swim
Swimming ability is required as the route includes jumps into pools and water sections.
Dress for wet conditions
Wear a swimsuit and quick-dry layers underneath provided wetsuits; bring a towel and dry clothes for after the activity.
Wetsuit
Protects from cold water and abrasions during the descent.
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Helmet
Critical for head protection on rocky sections and during jumps.
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Closed-toe water shoes
Provides traction and foot protection on slippery surfaces.
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Dry bag
Keeps personal items and snacks safe and dry during canyoning.
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