Canyoning is the ultimate adventure for those seeking to explore the breathtaking Blue Mountains and beyond.
This thrilling activity involves navigating down watercourses in narrow canyons by scrambling, climbing, swimming, or abseiling down waterfalls.
Whether you're abseiling down a waterfall, swimming in crystal clear water, or scrambling across boulders, canyoning demands a blend of physical skill, mental and physical resilience, and a spirit of adventure. Our training equips you with the specialist techniques and confidence needed to safely operate in this unique environment.
About Canyoning
Canyoning is a rewarding activity because it helps to develop individual and group qualities such as:
- Courage.
- Communications.
- Resilience.
- Leadership.
- Teamwork.
Some of the memorable experiences from canyoning include:
- Experiencing a unique environment that few others even see.
- Feeling the exhilaration of abseiling in crystal clear waterfalls.
- Breathing in the fresh mountain air and getting fit.
- Seeing the flora and fauna - including the freshwater crayfish of the Blue Mountains.
- Observing glow worms in dark tunnel swims.
Canyoning is growing in popularity with new canyons being discovered throughout Australia. Typical areas normally used by Group 314 include:
- Blue Mountains, NSW.
- Bungonia, NSW.
Canyoning is possible all year round, but winter in the Blue Mountains can be very cold. The usual canyoning season is typically from November to March.
Canyoning activities can be affected by storms, high rainfall, extreme temperatures, or bushfires.
All technical equipment is provided by Group 314, including:
- Wetsuit.
- Waterproof jacket.
- Harness and helmet.
- Technical roping equipment (ropes, descender, carabiners, etc.).
- Pack.
- Headlamp.
Participants must provide:
- Clothing for bushwalking.
- Thermals.
- Beanie / sunhat.
- Shoes (sturdy water shoes or old runners).
Contact Group314 to discuss your Adventurous Training needs.
