Caving at the Avenc del Passant in the Garraf Natural Park

They say there’s nothing new under the sun, but beneath the surface of the Garraf lies a whole karst labyrinth waiting to be discovered.

If you fancy trying your hand at caving without feeling like you’re heading down a tunnel with no way out, this chasm bathed in natural light is the perfect outing just a short distance from Barcelona. In the Garraf Natural Park , the Avenc del Passant awaits you for a 3-hour c n caving experience. Kitted out with a harness, you’ll descend a thrilling 23-metre abseil to explore unique rock formations alongside a professional guide. An adventure suitable for ages 9 and over, which includes souvenir photos.

What we will do

We’ll meet at the agreed time at the meeting point in Parc del Garraf, Barcelona. There, we’ll be welcomed and kitted out with the harness and necessary safety equipment. During a brief briefing, we’ll go over the basic guidelines for moving along the route and the technique for abseiling with confidence before setting off on a 10-minute walk to the entrance of the chasm.

Once ready, it’ll be time to peer into the depths! We’ll stand in front of the large 10 x 6-metre entrance, secure the ropes and get ready for action. We’ll tackle a thrilling 23-metre abseil, feeling the thrill of descending suspended in mid-air whilst the cool air of the cave envelops us until we set foot on the rocky ground.

Once down, the real karst exploration begins along a 65-metre route. For around an hour and a half underground, we’ll make our way through passages carved out by water, where we’ll enjoy the curious advantage of natural light filtering in clearly, meaning we won’t need torches at various points. The guide will adapt the route by choosing different paths depending on the group’s interests and ability, allowing us to climb and navigate over ledges with complete freedom of movement.

After completing the route and returning to the surface, we’ll take off our gear whilst sharing stories, and round off the day by enjoying a light snack to recharge our batteries and look through the photos from the day.

The activity will last approximately 3 hours in total (including preparations and the approach) .

Who it is aimed at

This activity is recommended for those aged 9 and over; minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult or provide a signed authorisation.

This is a beginner-level activity: suitable for novices, although a good level of general fitness is required for the descent and climbs.

Due to the spaciousness of the cave and the direct entry of natural light, claustrophobia does not usually pose a problem.

If you are over 2 metres tall or weigh more than 170 kg, you must inform the organiser before the activity so that suitable equipment can be prepared.

This activity is not suitable for pregnant women or participants with reduced mobility.

Other information

The experience takes place all year round, usually with a morning session at 09: 30.

A minimum of 5 participants is required to confirm the shared group tour , with a maximum capacity of 20 places.

Parking is available on site . The meeting point is not accessible by public transport.

Pets are not permitted on this activity.

Recommended clothing

Sports or hiking footwear

Don't forget to bring

• Water rucksack (minimum 1 litre)
• Some food or fruit
• A change of clothes
• Spare footwear