Highlights
- Trek through the spectacular Lengarica Canyon and its river waters.
- Discover a unique warm-air cave with stunning rock formations.
- Enjoy panoramic canyon views along a scenic forest trail.
- Combine canyon trekking, cave exploration, and thermal baths.
- End your adventure relaxing in Bënja’s natural thermal waters.
Description
Our activity begins at the Bënja Thermal Baths, also known as the Bënja hot springs. More specifically, we start at Katiu Bridge, an old Ottoman stone arch bridge located right at the entrance of Lengarica Canyon.
The canyon trek is moderately challenging, with a few more difficult sections along the way. For this reason, we recommend wearing water shoes or sturdy hiking shoes suitable for uneven terrain. During the trek, we will walk over rocks, through mud and water, and some sections can be slippery, so good footwear is essential.
Depending on the weather and temperature, we can provide neoprene wetsuits to keep you warm. Life jackets and helmets can also be used depending on the conditions and personal preference.
The walk through the canyon takes approximately 3 hours and covers around 4–6 km. Along the way, we will walk through both wide and narrow sections of the canyon, cross through water, and explore its different landscapes. In some areas, the canyon walls rise up to around 150 meters high, creating spectacular scenery around us.
The canyon trek ends at Dash Bridge, as we locals call it. From there, we begin our return journey towards Katiu Bridge, but this time we will not walk back through the canyon. Instead, we will follow a trail above the canyon, walking through the forest and enjoying a beautiful trekking route with views overlooking the canyon. At several points, we will also have panoramic views of the canyon in its entirety.
Around 25 minutes before reaching Katiu Bridge, we will also visit one of the area’s most interesting caves, Steam Cave. The entrance to the cave has some challenging terrain, but once inside, you will be rewarded with a unique and beautiful atmosphere.
The cave is called “Steam Cave” because of the warm air found inside. Steam and heat from the nearby thermal waters of Bënja make their way into the cave, creating a noticeably warmer environment than outside. For example, if the temperature outside is around 20°C, the temperature inside the cave can reach approximately 35°C.
Inside the cave, we will see beautiful rock formations and stalactites, making the cave visit one of the most unique parts of the experience.
After completing the trek and exploring the cave, we return to the Bënja Thermal Baths. After several hours of walking and exploring, it is the perfect time to relax and soothe our muscles in the warm thermal waters of Bënja.
The entire experience lasts approximately 7 hours and combines trekking, canyon and cave exploration, nature, adventure, and, finally, relaxation in the natural thermal waters.
Includes
Professional Guide
Life Jacket
Helmet
Neoprene Suit
Photos/Videos
Transport
Important Information
- Weather Conditions
This activity is highly dependent on weather conditions. If the guide determines that the activity cannot safely take place due to difficult or unsafe weather conditions, the activity will be cancelled.
Cancellation due to weather:
If the activity needs to be cancelled due to unsafe weather or river conditions, travelers will receive a full refund. Alternatively, travelers may choose to reschedule the activity for another available date, subject to availability.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
