Guies Arania - Guies de muntanya i barrancs
Who are we and what do we do?
Guías Arania is a small adventure sports company specializing in canyoning, via ferrata, snowshoeing, orienteering and much more.
Come and enjoy a unique experience with us and discover a thousand new sensations.
Canyoning, mountaineering, via ferrata...
Josep has always thought that the mountain is a place to find oneself, a place to overcome oneself or even discover the essence of our humanity, ultimately, a sanctuary of peace and harmony, where you can push your body to the limit and experience indescribable sensations.
He has climbed some of the highest mountains in Europe and Morocco: Mont Blanc, Mont Blanc du Tacul, Montmauidit, Matterhorn, Monte Rosa, Raso, Timesguida, Tobkal, among others...
He has also completed some of the most challenging descents on the planet, such as the great and legendary Trou de Fer on Reunion Island or the Mega in Madeira, among many others...
He has climbed some great walls such as the Cavall Bernat, the north face of Vignamale, the Pedraforca estasen, the Gat, the great Diedro, Dolomites...
Now he is trying to live a dream by working from his passion and doing what makes him smile and live each day to the fullest: mountain and canyoning guide.
He hopes and wishes that he can make you experience this whole world of adventures as intensely and with the same passion as he does... but above all, of personal growth.
I can assure you that you will experience the mountains in a unique and extraordinary way.
In Catalonia and throughout the Pyrenees and Pre-Pyrenees, it offers you the possibility of doing the best canyoning descents and the best via ferratas of the moment.
They organize excursions and itineraries tailored to everyone's abilities, and you can participate individually or in a group. They also adapt the activities to your level and fitness, whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your technique.
Their philosophy is based on personal attention, quality, and interpersonal relationships, so that you can enjoy a great experience.
Activities
Here you will find all adventure activities, the best canyoning or canyoning in Catalonia, the best via ferratas, snowshoeing routes, orienteering courses, canyoning or via ferrata training.
Canyoning in Catalonia, via ferratas, snowshoeing and much more!
What do you feel like doing today?
Is it summer?
Without a doubt, the star activity is canyoning. Come and discover the best canyons in Catalonia; we have all the canyons in Catalonia to offer you.
They do canyoning throughout Catalonia, canyoning in Girona, canyoning in Barcelona, canyoning in Lleida or canyoning in Tarragona, you choose the area and the canyon, we will do the rest.
Enjoy nature in a different way: jumps, slides, rappelling... You'll definitely feel like you're in a water park in the mountains. Some of the best canyoning descents in Catalonia are:
The Núria Ravine, located in Queralbs, Vall de Núria, is an incredible place, without a doubt the best ravine in Catalonia.
Bóixols hole ravine, located in Bóixols ( Abella de la Conca ), Alt Urgell Ideal for everyone, both adults and children.
Barranco del Infierno, located in Sort, Pallars Sobirà, discover one of the most famous canyons in Catalonia
Barranco de la Glorieta, Tarragona, Alcover, you will feel like you are in Costa Rica.
Barranco del viu de Llevata, Alta Ribagorça, El Pont de Suert, one of the most complete and fun ravines.
And for the little ones there is aquatic trekking, which consists of descending canyons adapted for the youngest children or for people who want an easy and calm introductory canyon without complications, jumps, jumps and more jumps, we will make a route made for them and enjoy an incredible day.
Of course, via ferratas in Catalonia can be done all year round.
Is it winter?
Well, your best option is a snowshoe route through the Ter and Freser Headwaters Natural Park, located in the province of Girona, Catalonia, in the Ripollès region, next to the Vallter2000 resort. They have snowshoe routes for all levels, both for adults and families.
Another option is one of the best via ferratas in Catalonia. Via ferratas can be done all year round and offer a wide range of possibilities. Examples include the Sant Feliu de Guíxols - Cala Molí via ferrata, the Centelles Baumes Corcades via ferrata, the Teletubbies via ferrata in Corçà , the Venes de Rojalons via ferrata, the Patacons via ferrata in Tarragona , the Roca de la Creu via ferrata in Ribes de Freser , and the Sierra de las Canals via ferrata in Oliana. These are just some of the best via ferratas in Catalonia.
Are you a canyoning enthusiast who misses practicing it in winter? There are also dry or winter canyons, ideal for enjoying this sport year-round. Although they can be done at any time of year, winter is one of the best times to practice them. Since these canyons are dry, they allow for easier rappelling, perfecting your technique, or a gradual introduction to the activity. That way, when summer arrives, you can enjoy aquatic canyons with greater safety and confidence.
Don't hesitate any longer, find the activity you like best and come and feel nature in its purest form.
Nearby routes
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With December comes the cold and the desire to be at home near the fireplace or heating, but these dates allow us to discover Christmas traditions that are celebrated in Catalonia. Surely one or the other will fall near your home for a weekend…
Condal Pyrenees route is the path of Catalan history, because it is not understood one without the other. He haunted medieval times when Catholics were struggling to halt the Muslim advance through the peninsula. This confrontation made the…
We propose a route to know the heritage of Collsuspina. The route Bosque de Casanoves - El Querol is designed to be done on foot or by bicycle, it has a circular route and little difficulty, starting and ending in the main square of the town.…
On this route, the surroundings of Collsuspina will discover the hermitage of Sant Cugat de Gavardons and its viewpoint, as well as many other attractions in the area. It is a circular route, little difficult, designed to do on foot or by bicycle.…
Events
Modernist Conferences in la Garriga
From 16 to 18 OctoberMajor Festival of the Aplec del Remei in Santa Maria de Palautordera
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From 15 October to 27 DecemberCalders Juga, the board game and role-playing festival of Central Catalonia
17 OctoberGuilleries Fair in Sant Hilari Sacalm
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