Excursion and hike in the Avaka Gorge - 02 Νοvember

The team of Salonica View organizes a one-day excursion and hike in the Avaka Gorge.

A few words about the Avaka Gorge:

The Avaka Gorge is considered the most beautiful destination for hikers and nature lovers. For many, it is the jewel of the Akama peninsula. The carved limestone rocks that rise up to 30 meters, the wildlife of the path, and the river “Avgas” that goes through it, give you the impression of an earthly paradise.

Points of interest:

The Avaka Gorge trail is located in the gorge of the same name, within the forest of Pegeia, while the end of the route is inside the gorge. It follows the course of the river Avga, from where the gorge takes its name. The gorge was created by continuous erosive activity on the weathering, sloping limestone cliffs composed of fertile, silty soil, coralline and granular limestone, and bentonite mud. The gorge is also an area within the NATURA 2000 network. In the beginning, the trail follows a dirt road (closed to private vehicles) through an open valley and then leads you into the gorge. In its last part, the path is in the stream, where the water usually flows all year round. The route through the gorge is characterized by dense vegetation and a particularly attractive, shady, and wet environment.

Hiking Features:

Starting altitude: 45 m.
The altitude of the highest point: 45 m.
Finishing altitude: 45 m.
Length: 5 kilometers
Time: 2 hours
Degree of difficulty: 1 - 2

Cost of participation (per person):

30 euros (hiking, organization & transportation by bus)

The price includes:

1. Escort and organization
2. Trainers specializing in outdoor activities
3. Transfer by bus from Nicosia and return
4. First aid box
5. VAT
6. Hiking

You must have with you:

1. Good sneakers or hiking boots (if you have them)
2. Hiking pants or leggings
3. Second shirt, socks, one small towel (change)
4. Snack and Water
5. Backpack
6. Raincoat(required)
7. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
8. Tissues
9. Baton (optional)
10. Camera (optional)

Note 1. When you proceed to make a booking, please indicate the pick-up point from which you will board the bus.

Note 2. For the smooth operation of the event and for safety reasons, all participants are required to follow the instructions of the guides and coordinators.

Note 3. In case the event is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, it will be rescheduled to another date. Participants who are unable to attend on the new date will receive a full refund.
However, if weather conditions once again prevent the event from taking place, it will be cancelled permanently and all participants will be refunded.

Note 4. Photographic material is shared on our page and social media after each event. By participating in any Salonica View event, you consent to the publication of photos.
If you do not wish to appear in any photos, please inform us in advance.

Note 5. Cancellation policy: In case of cancellation less than 72 hours before the event or non-appearance on the day of the activity/excursion, participants will be required to cover the full participation cost.
This policy is in place to cover operational expenses and pre-arranged bookings.

Note 6. The guides reserve the right to adjust the stops and schedule of the excursion according to the available time, without omitting any key points of interest.