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Explore Kalymnos on a 9-day guided climbing trip, with kayaking and motorbike touring. Small groups, safety, and adventure in a paradise of rock and sea. Book your spot and live a unique experience!
Our experience in Kalymnos combines world-class climbing with adventure and safety, thanks to expert guides, a doctor, and a rescuer in the group. With limited spots (6–10 people), we guarantee personalized attention and adaptation to all levels. In addition to climbing, you'll enjoy kayaking routes through crystal-clear waters and motorbike tours to explore the island. The combination of sport, nature, and Greek culture makes this trip a unique experience.
Objectives:
- Prioritize leading throughout the activity on bolted beginner routes (grades III, IV, and V) of a single pitch.
- Perform basic self-rescue techniques to solve incidents in a practical and safe way.
- Improve belaying skills when setting up the route or on top rope.
- Learn how to safely clip the rope in case of a fall with the rope in hand.
- Get to know sport climbing gear.
- Learn the basic knots for sport climbing.
- Thread the rope through the anchor using the double-rope method safely.
- Thread the rope through the anchor using the single-rope method safely.
- Thread the rope through the anchor using improvised means safely.
- Learn how to set up a top rope.
- Learn how to take down the top rope after climbing on top rope.
- Retreat from a route.
- Solve the practical case of how to recover the rope when the end knot gets stuck at the anchor.
- Solve the practical case of how to safely descend when one of the anchor points is damaged.
Target Audience: People who already know how to climb and want to discover new rock climbing spots and meet fellow climbers with similar interests.
Itinerary:
D1: Flight and Arrival on the island of Kos.
- We’ll take a 15-minute bus to Mastihari, then a 15-minute ferry to Kalymnos, followed by a 10-minute bus ride to Masouri.
- We’ll find our reserved accommodation in one of the many local studios. The one we have in mind has easy access to the coves below the cliffs.
- Depending on how tired we are, we may go climbing nearby or take a swim.
- We’ll have dinner at one of the many local restaurants with incredible cuisine.
D2: Climbing in Symplegades.
- After a 40-minute uphill walk through the village (or by motorbike), we’ll reach the crag.
- We’ll start the trip with routes of varying grades to get used to the rock and climate, with bolted routes for beginners.
D3: Climbing in Grande Grotta.
- After a 20-minute road and trail approach, we arrive at the iconic Grande Grotta.
- Despite appearances, there are beginner-friendly routes in this majestic cave.
- We’ll also climb in surrounding sectors with incredible tufas of all shapes and sizes.
D4: Climbing in Odyssey.
- A 30-minute walk along flat road and final hill to reach the sectors.
- Here we’ll find many routes with tufas, in all grades — the most sought-after formations on the island.
- This day typically features the end-of-season climbing party at Veliero Beach Bar — Drum & Bass music and beach vibes with climbers from all over the world.
D5: Climbing in The Beach or Motorbike Tour around the island.
- Optional motorbike rental to head to the remote sector “The Beach” and meet for lunch in Emporios.
- Climbing right by the sea, on cave walls with amazing views.
D6: Climbing in Sikati Cave.
- Motorbike to the sector, about 15 minutes.
- A mysterious sector inside a large hole in the rock, known as a “Jous”.
D7: Climbing in Afternoon.
- A 20-minute road and hill approach takes us near Grande Grotta, then a left turn leads us straight to the wall.
- Slab climbing in this sector, combined with nearby crags.
- In the afternoon, optional kayaking in crystal-clear waters.
D8: Climbing in Eros and Irox.
- Ferry to Telendos Island. You can either land directly at the crag or hike a stunning 50-minute trail around the cliffs.
- Climbing here includes 30-meter routes with positive holds, tufas, and some slabs.
D9: Climbing in Panorama.
- A 20-minute road and hill approach brings us again to Grande Grotta, but this time we head right.
- Panorama is full of tufas. We’ll combine it with nearby sectors, perfect for wrapping up projects or just enjoying the rock.
D10: Beach and return home.
- A relaxed morning with flexible plans.
- Timely bus and ferry back to Kos Airport.
- Flight home.
Content:
- Basic single-pitch sport climbing gear.
- How to gear up.
- How to tie in.
- How to unclip
- How to clip.
- Belaying with GriGri
- Cross-checking
- Knots: figure-eight follow-through
Requirements:
- Must be 18+.
- Intermediate-level activity; previous experience required.
- Normal physical condition and agility to climb up to grade 6a for 4–6 hours per day.
- Previous experience: Required.
- Prior training: Not required.
- Difficulty: Intermediate (6a)
Required Gear:
- Comfortable, weather-appropriate sportswear.
- 30–40L daypack.
- 1L water bottle.
- Food/snacks
- Sunscreen.
- Trekking shoes and climbing shoes.
- Helmet.
- Harness, lanyard with a locking carabiner.
- 80m rope per two participants (rentals available).
- 8 quickdraws (rentals available).
- 1 GriGri per two participants (rentals available).
- Thermal layers for local conditions.
- Socks, shorts, long pants.
- Short and long sleeve base layers.
- Fleece or similar (mid layer).
- Windbreaker jacket.
- Sun hat, sunglasses.
- Water container (1.5L min).
- Personal first aid kit and toiletries.
- Sunscreen and lip balm.
- Headlamp.
- Camera.
- Swimsuit and towel.
Dates: From 7th to 16th October of 2025.
Shedule : from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM / Day.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Meeting Point: Masouri, Mirties 852 00, Greece.
Exact time and meeting location will be confirmed a few days before the course based on the best conditions.
Important Notice:
If booking this activity as part of a regular group (i.e., not a private group), please note:
- You can book individually, but a minimum of 2 participants is required.
- If the minimum is not reached, you will be notified and receive a full refund.
Duration
10 days
Including
Mountain guide, specialising in climbing.
Personal equipment (climbing shoes, helmet and harness).
Group equipment (ropes, carabiners, belays, belay devices, etc.).
Accident insurance (rescue and first medical assistance) and civil liability insurance.
Digital photos and videos of the activity.
Certified multilingual guide.
Not including
Transport (Advice will be available).
Accommodation (Advice may be given).
Food (Advice may be given).
Drinks (Advice will be available).
Motorbike hire (Advice will be available).
Kayak hire (Advice will be available).
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation or modification requests must be made through a message from the booking page on MiReservaOnline.es so that there is a written record of the date and time of the request.
90% of the amount paid will be refunded if the cancellation is made at least 7 days before the start of the experience.
No refund will be given if the cancellation is made within 7 days prior to the experience (except for medical justification), or if the client does not show up.
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