Canyoning · Mount Olympus
How to choose
Baseline Sports starts at 80 € for a 3h session on Mount Olympus, with hotel pick-up available from Thessaloniki City Center — the lower price and transport option make it the go-to for those arriving by city. Trekking Hellas Mt. Olympus charges 90 € for a full-day experience in the Canyon of Orlia, giving you significantly more time in the gorge and deeper immersion in the canyon system. Both tours are rated 5.0/5 across 14 reviews and welcome all physical levels, so the deciding factor is straightforward: choose the 3h option if you want a solid introduction, and pick the full-day tour if maximum time on the rock and in the water is the priority.
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Canyoning on Mt Olympus
At 80 € with hotel pick-up from Thessaloniki and a 3h format, Baseline Sports is the most accessible entry point to canyoning on Mount Olympus.
Canyon of Orlia in Mount Olympus, Greece
Trekking Hellas Mt. Olympus spends a full day inside the Canyon of Orlia for 90 €, giving you the longest possible exposure to the gorge's rappels and water passages.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment in a canyoning session on Mount Olympus?
Rappelling down the canyon walls is typically the peak adrenaline moment. You descend vertically alongside cascading water, with the rock face inches from your body and the gorge opening up below you.
Do I need to be afraid of heights to enjoy this?
A healthy respect for heights helps, but both tours list 'Everybody welcome' as their physical level. Guides are there to coach you through each rappel and jump at your own pace.
Which tour gives more time actually inside the canyon?
Trekking Hellas Mt. Olympus runs a full-day session in the Canyon of Orlia, which means considerably more time on rope and in the water compared to the 3h Baseline Sports option.
Is the season for canyoning on Mount Olympus limited?
Yes. The season runs from May through September. Water levels and conditions vary significantly across those months, so confirm with your operator which period offers the best flow for your experience level.
What languages are the guides available in?
Baseline Sports guides speak Greek, German, Spanish, English and French. Trekking Hellas Mt. Olympus guides operate in Greek and English.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.6°C | 101.8 mm | Poor |
| February | 3°C | 49.2 mm | Possible |
| March | 5°C | 114.9 mm | Possible |
| April | 8.4°C | 69.4 mm | Possible |
| May | 13.4°C | 91.3 mm | Good |
| June | 17.3°C | 96 mm | Good |
| July | 20.4°C | 66.8 mm | Peak |
| August | 20.4°C | 57.2 mm | Peak |
| September | 16.5°C | 32.3 mm | Peak |
| October | 11.7°C | 114.3 mm | Possible |
| November | 7.1°C | 105.9 mm | Possible |
| December | 0.4°C | 87.3 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Operators provide wetsuits and helmets, but wear a swimsuit underneath and bring a change of dry clothes. Both tours are open to all fitness levels, so grip-soled water shoes or old trainers you don't mind soaking are your most important personal gear.
Getting there
The Baseline Sports tour offers hotel pick-up from Thessaloniki City Center, or you can drive directly to Vrontou (601 00, Greece). The Trekking Hellas Mt. Olympus meeting point is confirmed with your guide in Dion village.
See also
Other activities in Mount Olympus
Updated March 2026