Routeburn Canyon, Queenstown
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
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Canyoning in Mount Kissavos is a thrilling and very popular activity, as there are many different spots to satisfy all skill and experience levels of visitors. Rakopotamos Canyon is situated in Mavrovouni forest and as it is quiet long, it is divided into two sections, Rako I and Rako II.
You can enjoy magnificent off path walking between each abseil of the sections, with lush vegetation, unique limestone formations and beautiful crystal lakes and waterfalls. There are four abseils in the first section and six in the second one, which is also the longest, starting from 5 m/16.4 ft to 40 m/131.2 ft. The duration of this amazing outdoor activity is approximately 4-6:30 hrs depending on the chosen route.
In addition, the ideal period to visit the spot is from March till October. Furthermore, you should bring hiking shoes, swimsuit and a towel. Last but not least, if you find yourself here, do not miss the opportunity to visit some of the many picturesque villages and buy natural herbs, such as oregano and thyme.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Canyoning in the heart of the Southern Alps, in the Hautes Alpes, on the banks of the Durance river, between the Queyras Regional Natural Park in the east, and the largest National French Park, les Ecrins in the West.
The Peneda-Geres National Park commonly known as Geres is the biggest park existing in Portugal. It is situated in the Notre Region in the northwest of Portugal, shared specifically by the districts of Viana do Castelo, Braga and Vila Real.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Steyr is a city which is situated in the federal state of Upper Austria, right on the junction of Steyr and Enns rivers. It is the third largest city in Upper Austria and the 12th most populated. However, the city serves an exquisite spot in Gesause National Park, at 91 km/56 mi in the southwest of Steyr, in the Styria State, ideal destination for canyoning.
Wanaka is a small town in Central Otago in the South Island of New Zealand, situated on the south side of Lake Wanaka.
Epirus is a geographic and administrative region, located in northwestern Greece. It is considered to be the region with the more rainfall than any other part of the country. In fact, Epirus offers imposing landscapes of outstanding natural beauty as well as a wide variety of fauna and flora.
The spot is located in the geographical and historical region of Macedonia in Greece. It's the capital city of the regional unit of Serres. The Rhodope mountains rise to the north and east of the city. It's a beautiful city, where the beauty of the natural landscapes, the forests and the charms of the culture make this city a perfect destination.
If you need a winter ride, full of adventure, power, passion and snow, take your snow-machine and be the knight rider. Be careful, you should find a perfect place, where the snow could stand your wild instincts. If you need help, Seli is a good choice. It's located in the regional unit of Imathia, on the border of Kato Vermio or Kato Seli, which is one of the highest villages in Greece with an altitude of 1900 m/6233 ft.
Following its successful completion in the four previous years, the leading mountain running race in Epirus and one of the greatest in Greece, comes this year, on July 24th and 26th, 2015.
Epirus is a geographic and administrative region, located in northwestern Greece. It is considered to be the region with the more rainfall than any other part of the country. In fact, Epirus offers imposing landscapes of outstanding natural beauty as well as a wide variety of fauna and flora.
Let's travel through forests with dark green coniferous trees, where you can admire the immortal beauty of the oak and be charmed by the acid. Where fresh air makes you younger and ready for new explorations. The snow road of the mammoth task is waiting for you. It's not the new movie of Stephen King, but the ski center of Vasilitsa. It is one of the best ski resorts in Greece, in the middle of Pindos Mountains.
In the regional unit of Drama, in northern Greece, you will find Falakro. It's a beautiful and impressive mountain. The fresh air cuddle the coniferous trees, the oaks and the acid through the forests. There is a big variety of wild flowers, giving in this place a unique beauty. It's a tourist destination because of the peacefulness, the nature and the extreme sports opportunities
In the regional unit of Imathia, you wil find Kato Seli or Kato Vermio, in an altitude of 1450 m / 4756 ft. It's one of the highest villages in Greece. On the border of this beautiful village, the ski center of Seli is being spotted. It's the first organized ski center in Greece and it has begun operating since 1934. In the same year, the first Panhellenic race of skiing were held in Seli.

