Canoeing and hiking on Lake Tsivlos, Achaia

Activity ID : 3575

Easy

5 hours

Jan - Dec

Minimum participation limit 8 years

English, Greek

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Activity Description

A 4-hour activity in a beautiful alpine lake among green landscapes and tranquility at an altitude of 700 m in the Helmos mountain range.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience, hiking & canoeing in Lake Tsivlou. The total duration of the activity is 4 hours, starting from Peristera & ending at Lake Tsivlou, where the adventure goes on with canoeing in the beautiful alpine lake Tsivlou.

Our hike starts from the mountain village of Peristera, which is located at 1060m altitude on the slopes of Aronia, near the Kalavryta Ski Centre.

We start by crossing the mountain between its reddish slopes, gazing at a green view and landscapes that remain alive thanks to the agricultural life of the area.

We continue the downhill route, reaching the crossroads of the Provincial Road, Akrata - Zarouchla, heading towards Akrata. There, we enjoy the maze-like mountain slopes and the majestic fir trees that follow us for several kilometers along the way. We almost pass through the small and scenic village of Agridi, cooling off with the water running from its springs.

We continue for the last 6km until we reach the second entry to Lake Tsivlou.

We enter the trail on the gravel part of the route. There, the guide informs us fully about our safety, and we start paddling with him as a guide, enjoying the peaceful and beautiful Lake Tsivlou.

Lake Tsivlou was created in 1913 by a landslide between the villages of Sylivaina & Tsivlos. The lake is very deep and fed by underground springs and forest streams. Lake Tsivlou is considered the 3rd youngest natural lake in Europe.

Our Lake Tsivlou canoe tour begins with our meeting at the designated point on the lake. We start our activity by hiking around the lake surrounded by a green pine forest.

We then make the necessary preparations and have a safety briefing before entering the water with our canoes. Our guides will paddle with us on the lake, and depending on the group (families, adults, etc.) they will customize the experience with races, fun games, etc.

After our paddle, we will enjoy a traditional picnic by the lake.

You can combine your tour of Lake Tsivlou by canoe with a stay in Kalavryta at the beautiful Orias Guesthouse and Farm. Unique hospitality in spacious rooms with a view of Helmos and delicious meals with homemade ingredients straight from the farm.

Itinerary:

11:00 Meet at Peristera
11:15 - 14:30 Hike to Lake Tsivlou
15.00 -16.00 Canoeing

Highlight

Rowing at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level.

Technical information:

Distance: 4,000m.
Ascent/Descent: 0m.
Sun exposure: 80%
Altitude: 700m.

Conditions of participation

Mental and physical health
Basic fitness
No previous experience is required
Basic swimming skills

Included

• English speaking experienced guide

• First aid kit and necessary equipment

• Lunch box (sandwich, fruit, granola bar, pastel)

• Taxes

Do nοt forget

• Small backpack

• Sportswear

• Hiking shoes (ideally hiking boots)

• Second shirt

• Sunscreen, hat or beanie and sunglasses

• Swimsuit

• Towel

• Second pair of shoes in case they get wet

• Your own bottle of water

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 72 hours or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
Cancellation between 24 hours and 72 hours prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement
Cancellation 24 hours or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected

* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.

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