Each destination below is handpicked for the suitability to learn specific rock climbing techniques (trad climbing, sport and multi-pitch, from initiation to perfection, familiar or more adventurous environment…).
At all these destinations, rock climbing is combined with good food, comfortable accommodation, and rest days on the beach or other outdoor activities like mountain biking and water sports.
Private groups can have mixed levels depending on the theme of the course.
Occasionally dates for public trips will be suggested here:
See also Rock climbing Schools in Chamonix for shorter courses (from 1/2 day), optimal for complete beginners and during July/Aug!
Photos: Climbing holiday SARDINIA, Climbing holiday COSTA BLANCA, Climbing holiday EL CHORRO
The Ultimate Holiday on Sardinia, Italy
Thanks to its wild and spectacular rocky interior and coastline, Sardinia has developed a strong rock climbing culture. Great weather though out the year, high quality limestone, and amazing beaches makes it a perfect destination for rock climbing adventures in combination with a sunny holiday.
The mountainous island offers a wide variety of sport and adventure climbing. Many routes are generously bolted and great for starting to climb on lead and for developing multi-pitch skills.
We find all types of lime-stone routes; steep, slabby or vertical walls, climbing in massive caves, off the beaches or on high cliffs rising straight out of the sea.
Naturally protected adventure climbing we find in the limestone gorges. Big wall rock climbing, up to 400m on traditional gear is available at all levels.
Keen climbers also have the option of the seaside bouldering, and deep water soloing can be arranged for the brave!
The climbing holiday is based in Cala Gonone, a climbing town on the east coast of Sardinia. Other than rock climbing Cala Gonone has beautiful beaches, plenty of nice restaurants and cafés, and offers great snorkelling and diving among coral reefs.
We recommend accommodation in apartments, hotels or camping. The climbing areas and surroundings are children and family friendly.
Best time: September - November and May - June.
Ability: Intermediate to advanced.
Price:
Including:
- 5 days of private guiding/instructing
- All common equipment (ropes, carabiners etc.)
- All expenses for your guides/instructors |
Private group of:
4
5
6
|
Price per person:
590 €
540 €
440 €
|
For cheap flights to Olbia or Alghero try Ryaniar or Easyjet
Rock Climbing Perfection on Kalymnos, Greece
Kalymnos is perfect destination for rock climbing training and perfection for all levels. Easy access and well equipped routes, makes it possible for both the beginner and high level climbers to enjoy exceptional rock formations. In 5 days we get a lot of top-quality rock climbing done here!
Apart from the number of sectors and routes in all grades, the wide variety of styles and types of rock makes it possible to improve many aspect of your climbing. We will work different themes/qualities every day. Even on rainy days we can climb in many places and there are interesting tufa climbs also in the lower grades.
Based in the village of Massouri, we can access all parts of the island with a scooter, including the satellite island Telendos, where life is very quite, but new climbing sectors are being equipped every year.
Accommodation in studios for 2-4 persons is the most practical. Bars, cafes and restaurants are plentiful, and the local food is great. Climbers are the main visitors on the island and the atmosphere is inspiring. Beaches as well as crags are easily accessible and it is suitable to bring small kids along.
Best time: May and September – November
Ability: Beginner to advanced.
Price:
Including:
- 5 days of private coaching and guiding
- 7 nights in studio
- Group climbing equipment (ropes and carabiners).
- All expenses for your instructors
| Private group of:
4
5
6
|
Price per person:
670 €
630 €
530 €
|
The flights are cheap from many cities in Europe (directly to Kos) with Ryanair.
Have It All in Finale, Italy
The developments of climbing areas and mountain bike trails have exploded the tourism to this little town on the north Italian coast between Genova and Savona. In the surrounding areas of Finale Ligure there is more rock climbing than one can explore during a large number of holidays.
In Finale, the there are over a hundred “old-school” climbing sectors on vertical limestone looking like Swiss cheeses. Another hundred, well bolted crags with acrobatic climbs on tufas and overhangs, have recently been developed by the new generation of sport climbers in the neighbor valleys.
Finale Ligure has beautiful beaches and a pleasant shopping street. The central point of reference is however Finalborgo, the charming old castle. Here climbing days start with an Italian coffee at Bar Centrale and finish with a traditional meal at the Spaghetteria, followed by amazing ice creams.
We recommend accommodation in apartments, hotels or camping.
Rest days from climbing can be spent on the beach, mountain biking or just eating pizza and ice cream…
Best time: April till November (but July-Aug it is hot).
Ability: Beginner to advanced.
Price:
weekly guided rock climbing course
including:
- 5 days of private guiding/instructing
- Accommodation in apartment or camping
- All common equipment (ropes, carabingers etc.)
- All expenses for your guides/instructors |
Private group of:
4
5
6
|
Price per person:
570 €
530 €
470 € |
not included:
- personal climbing equipment (harness, climbing shoes)
- flight tickets and rental car |
Close airports are Turino, Milano or Genoa.
We also offer rock climbing in Chamonix; climbs on the impressive granite spires of the Mt Blanc massif and in the Aiguille Rouges, as well as multi-pitch climbs on the incredible limestone of the Aravis.
More info and inspiration to rock climbing trips, courses and holidays at Rock Climbing blog category.
