Lake Garda

Lake Garda Multisport Adventure

Climb a via ferrata high above Lake Garda, canyon through a nearby river gorge, and mountain bike to a glacial lake, as you explore the beautiful landscape, fascinating culture, and ever present history of Lake Garda on our multisport adventure!

Trip Overview

On this fantastic itinerary, you’ll explore the northern realm of Lake Garda, from Riva del Garda. Set above the narrow northern part of the lake, and enclosed by mountains, the jagged rock surrounding Riva del Garda creates not only beautiful fjords on the lake, but also fantastic opportunities for all types of activities! You’ll spend one day hiking and climbing a via ferrata – “iron paths” originate from the metal ladders used by the military in WWI to navigate these mountains – affording you spectacular views from high above the lake. Another day you’ll spend canyoning, where you’ll slide your way through a narrow canyons crystal clear waters along the smooth rock. And on the third day you will go mountain biking, from Arco to a glacial lake surrounded by a vast desert of rock, remnant of glacial activities. Plus, there will be plenty of time for swimming and other water activities each day!

Tucked into Northern Italy, Lake Garda is blessed with beautiful beaches, intense transparent blue water, vertical rocky cliffs, rolling hills, and towering mountains, all waiting to be discovered. Just a few hours drive from Milan, Venice, and the Dolomites, Lake Garda (Lago di Garda or Lago Benàco) is the largest, yet least well known of Italy's lakes. Carved by glaciers, the diversity of the landscape here is truly remarkable. The temperate climate and flourishing vegetation – primarily olive and lemon groves, orange trees, palms, cypresses, and oleanders – combine with the landscape to provide a lush background to the remarkable historical and cultural remains dotting the shoreline. Plus, the Dolomite Mountains are never far away, and can be seen towering above the lake. The activities on offer combine with this beautiful setting and its ever present history to make Lake Garda a destination of choice… we hope it will be yours!

Highlights

  • Explore the attractive town of Riva del Garda on the northern end of Lake Garda, with it’s vertical limestone walls and medieval castle that towers above
  • Experience Lake Garda from above, climbing an exciting via ferrata that offers stupendous views of Italy’s most beautiful, yet least well known lake!
  • Experience the adrenaline rush of canyoning, as you explore the narrow passageways and caves, sliding through rocks carved by centuries of hydraulics
  • Mountain bike to a glacial lake, surrounded by a spectacular desert of rocks, and enjoy a swim or a paddle!

Day By Day

Trip itinerary may vary based on weather conditions, fitness levels and abilities of participants, and/or the recommendations of the Dolomite Mountains Team and your mountain guide. Daily mileage and altitude gain may vary depending on the device used.

  • Day 1

    Hotel in Riva del Garda

  • Day 2

    Hotel in Riva del Garda (B)

  • Day 3

    Hotel in Riva del Garda (B)

  • Day 4

    Hotel in Riva del Garda (B)

  • Day 5

Accommodation

Great hotels with Dolomite Mountains. Whether intimate lodge, family run B&B, or luxury spa resort, our hotels are unique, eminently local, and hard to leave.

At Dolomite Mountains, we hand pick accommodations that best reflect the style of each region, to provide you with the most authentic experience of the unique cultures found in the different cities and towns where we travel. We work directly with the owners of each property, forging strong relationships to ensure you receive the best service and care during your stay. Regardless of whether it is a five-star luxury hotel or a cozy bed and breakfast you desire, we choose the best-in-class accommodations within each category, providing you stays at the most sought after hotels in each region. And, we always make sure you have access to inspired, regional cuisine!

Still want more? Why not extend your adventure!
Dolomite Mountains offers fantastic extensions that you can enjoy before or after your trip in the Dolomites. Explore VeniceVeronaFlorence, or Milan, or any of the many other magical places found throughout Italy. There's no more perfect way to recover from jet lag upon arrival, or delay your return to reality at the end of your trip!

Cost

All itineraries are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control including, weather, road or trail conditions.

Guided Trip:
€ 2.840 per person (2 participants)
€ 1.960 per person (4 participants)
€ 1.860 per person (6 participants)


The cost is based on the specified hotel category (please see the cost inclusions list). If you would like an upgrade, please get in touch with us for a quotation.

We will do our best to accommodate you in the specified class of accommodations. However, if there is no availability in this category, we will offer you the next available classification at a supplementary price. 

Important to note:

  • There is a high-season 15% surcharge from July 14th to Sept 8th. 
  • Prices may increase between the time of quotation and booking. Your Dolomite Mountains consultant will inform you of any changes.

Cost Includes:

  • Trip briefing
  • Logistics and map of the area
  • 4 nights accommodation in 4*hotel in Riva del Garda
  • All breakfasts
  • Local English speaking Professional UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide for 3 days
  • Technical via ferrata climbing equipment
  • Canyoning equipment - wetsuit, PFD (personal flotation device / “life jacket”), and helmet
  • Bicycle and helmet rental
  • Transfers in the area as per itinerary
  • A €15 donation to Wow Nature’s reforestation projects makes your trip carbon-neutral 
  • Local tourist tax
  • Italian VAT tax

Area Map