Descend into Barranco Cova Fosca for a guided 4‑hour caving and rappelling experience in the Sierra de Segària. Expect multiple vertical rappels, narrow passages, and dramatic limestone chambers—guided gear and instruction included.
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You stand at the lip of Barranco Cova Fosca and the canyon draws you in—cool air exhales from the cave mouth, and the rough limestone walls drink the light. Guides clip harnesses, check lines, and the first rappel—15 meters—drops you past streaked calcite into a dim, echoing chamber. The second rappel, a narrower 20-meter shaft, squeezes the headroom and forces focus; the rock seems to close in with a deliberate hush.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate cardiovascular fitness and good mobility; must be comfortable with sustained exposure and body positioning in tight spaces.
Wildlife
History
The Sierra de Segària is formed from Cretaceous limestone; locals historically used these ravines for seasonal shepherding and water collection.
Conservation
Stick to established approaches, avoid touching formations (oils from skin damage calcite growth), and follow guides to minimize impact on fragile cave interiors.
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Arrive with closed-toe, grippy boots
Sturdy hiking or approach shoes with good traction protect toes on rocky approaches and provide secure footing on wet cave floors.
Know your health limits
This trip includes exposure and confined spaces—participants with vertigo, heart, or spinal issues should avoid it.
Layer for steady cool temps
Caves stay around 12–15°C (54–59°F); a lightweight fleece under a windshirt keeps you comfortable during rappels and pauses.
Secure or leave electronics
Guides usually photograph the group; loose phones or cameras can be damaged in narrow drops—use a wrist strap or leave them with the guide.
Climbing harness and helmet (provided)
Essential safety equipment for all rappels; provided by the operator but confirm before arrival.
Sturdy approach shoes
Provide grip on wet limestone and protect feet on rocky terrain.
Headlamp with fresh batteries
Backup light improves visibility in side passages; guides use lamps but personal light is practical.
Synthetic base layer and fleece
Keeps you warm during stationary sections; caves are consistently cool year-round.
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