canyoning

British

/ ˈkænjənɪŋ /

noun

the sport of travelling down a river situated in a canyon by a variety of means including scrambling, floating, swimming, and abseiling

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Mountain biking, horseback riding, canyoning and other activities are also available.

From Washington Post • Sep. 9, 2022

Azores is a dream for travel agents and PR firms: endless unspoiled landscapes, authentic local cuisine, a vast network of hiking trails and activities, and even canyoning.

From Slate • Jan. 6, 2020

“So in canyoning you jump like this. You take one step forward and push off with the other foot, almost like running. Use your arms to get your balance and then do this.”

From The Guardian • Dec. 28, 2016

On Facebook, a reader said: “Trekking in Lycian Way, river canoeing, canyoning, sea kayaking, paragliding etc. Kas is a must for nature lovers.”

From New York Times • Jan. 9, 2015

The small city’s high street is home to as many biking, mountaineering, kayaking, canyoning and multisport outfitters as it is pubs.

From Forbes • Oct. 23, 2014

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