In a valley on the southern face of the Tramuntana mountain range, near the town of Bunyola, lies one of the hidden gems of canyoning in Mallorca. Its basin doesn’t receive water directly, as it flows down from the highest mountains of the Serra de Tramuntana.
From the village of Orient, you can catch a glimpse of a winding path that starts at the Comasema estate. To reach the gorge, you can take the road from Palma through Bunyola, a picturesque mountain road that passes through a forest of holly oaks and Mediterranean pines. Another option is to approach from the other side of the island, passing through towns like Inca or Pollença, taking an exit from the hisghway towards Alaró, and continuing on to Orient.
The adventure begins with a breathtaking sight at Salt de’s Freu, a magnificent 25-meter waterfall. As you continue, you’ll find yourself surrounded by a stunning forest filled with vibrant green holly oak trees. The path becomes more exciting, offering opportunities for jumps, slides, descents, climbs, and even rappelling.
For the return journey, we’ll follow the trail through the Coanegra estate, passing near one of Mallorca’s impressive chasms, the Avenc de Son Pou—a vast cave that used to be a popular tourist attraction but is now closed to the public. We’ll continue ascending until we reach a fork in the road, where we’ll take the left path to return to Salt de’s Freu and, a little later, to the road where we left our cars.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Location: Bunyola – Orient
Level: Beginner (N1)
Descent Season: (Rainy Season) Autumn – Winter – Spring
Canyon Type: Aquatic
Minimum Age: 14 years old
Approach Time: 15 minutes
Descent Time: 3 hours
Return Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Approximate Length: 7 Km
Vertical Drop: 250 m
Car Shuttle: NO
Meeting Point: Repsol Service Station in Alaró
PRICE
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
FIRST STEPS
BEGINNER
OPEN GROUP (MIN. 4 PERSONS)
€49 per person
€65 per person
*The “FIRST STEPS” difficulty level is a specially designed tour perfect for families, children, or individuals who are embarking on their first canyoning adventure. This tour focuses on the initial section of the gorge, where you’ll find the impressive Salt des Freu waterfall. Within the first few meters of the canyon, you’ll have the chance to experience jumps, slides, and rappels. The total duration of this tour, including the approach and return, is approximately 2 hours. It’s a fantastic opportunity to take your first steps into the thrilling world of canyoning.*
For the complete tour, a minimum group of 4 people is required to proceed with the activity. However, if you prefer a private tour, click the below button.
INCLUDES
+ Certified canyoning guide/instructor
+ Third-party liability insurance
+ Accident insurance
+ Helmet + full harness (descender, carabiner, anchor ropes)
+ Wetsuit and booties, backpack, and waterproof container
+ Group equipment
+ First aid kit
+ Data protection and customer support
+ DOES NOT INCLUDE: Transportation to the activity (can be arranged if needed)
WHAT TO BRING
Food and drinks (1.5 liters of water + sandwich/snacks/nuts or fruits), sports shoes, water shoes for water activities, spare sports clothing, swimwear, towel, waterproof camera, sunscreen, and sunglasses
