CLIMBING CAMPS

Get the most out of outdoor lead climbing

Climb on a variety of crags in the best Sardinian location

Improve those crimping skills!

One week in Sardinia packed full of climbing

Climb on our best seaside crags with an IFMGA Mountain Guide and a colourful group of friends

Join us for an unforgettable week-long climbing camp in Sardinia! Arrive on Sunday, settle in, and spend the week immersed in the island’s breathtaking landscapes, departing the following Sunday.

This camp is all about maximizing your climbing experience. We’ll guide you to the best crags, surrounded by great company and the island’s mouthwatering cuisine. From delicate vertical slabs to striking overhanging red tufas, you’ll tackle pristine, unspoiled limestone crags that make Sardinia a world-renowned climbing paradise.

Why Cala Gonone?

Our base camp is in Cala Gonone, a charming seaside town encircled by a wealth of limestone crags. With 54 climbing sectors and over 1,200 sport-climbing routes in the area, Cala Gonone has earned its place as one of Europe’s premier climbing destinations.

Each day, we’ll handpick the best climbing spots based on the group’s skills and the weather, ensuring an experience tailored just for you. Famous sectors like Biddiriscottai, Fuili, Millennium, La Poltrona and Buchi Arta are all within a short 2-mile radius of town. With a flexible schedule, we’ll decide the perfect crag to visit each day, so you can enjoy Sardinia’s unique climbing gems to the fullest.

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Cala Gonone

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WEEK SCHEDULE

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Sunday

4:00 PM – Welcome to Sardinia! Meet your fellow climbers and our friendly driver at Olbia airport for your pickup. Enjoy the scenic 80-minute drive to Cala Gonone, where we’ll set up base for an unforgettable week. We’ll drop you off at your chosen accommodation to settle in.

7:00 PM – Time to meet your guide! We’ll gather for a relaxed briefing to cover all the details about the climbing days ahead. Got questions? This is the perfect time to ask!

8:00 PM – Let’s kick things off with a delicious dinner! Join the team at one of the charming seaside restaurants along Cala Gonone’s promenade for great food and even better company.

Monday

9:00 AM – Let the climbing adventures begin!

Start your day with a peaceful breakfast before meeting your guide and the rest of the group. After a quick equipment check, you’ll be all set to head out to the chosen crag. On the way, we’ll stop by a local supermarket to grab some food for the day, then make our way to the crag.

Spend the day immersed in climbing, surrounded by stunning Sardinian scenery—possibly right by the seaside! And remember, it’s your holiday too. Feel free to take breaks, enjoy chatting with the group, or dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Sardinian sea for a refreshing swim.

Tuesday

Climbing, Climbing, Climbing cool

Wednesday

Take it easy today—rest and recharge!

Spend your morning however you like: sleep in, take a refreshing swim, or wander into town for a classic Italian coffee and some peaceful reading by the sea. This is your time to relax and soak in the Sardinian vibes.

2:00 PM – Afternoon climbing session
Gather your gear and meet up with our guide for an exciting afternoon at the crag. It’s the perfect way to ease back into climbing while enjoying the stunning surroundings.

8:00 PM – Wrap up with style
After a rewarding day, we’ll head back to town. Treat yourself to an aperitif by the sea, followed by a delicious Italian dinner to cap off the day in true Sardinian fashion.

Thursday

9:00 AM – Another day, another adventure!

Gear up for another exciting, climbing-filled day. From scaling epic routes to enjoying the camaraderie of your fellow climbers, today is all about making the most of Sardinia’s stunning crags. Get ready for more unforgettable moments on the rock!

Friday

9:00 AM – Back to the crag!

Another day to climb, explore, and enjoy! Sardinia’s amazing crags are calling, so get ready for more adventures on the rock with your group. Whether you’re chasing new heights or simply savoring the experience, it’s all about the joy of climbing.

Saturday

9:00 AM – One last climb!

It’s our final day on the crags, so let’s make it count! This is your chance to send those projects you’ve been working on all week and conquer that line you’ve been dreaming about. Give it your all and finish strong!

8:00 PM – Farewell dinner

Let’s celebrate an incredible week together with a special farewell dinner. We’ll toast to our achievements, share stories, and dream up new adventures. Just be careful with the Cannonau wine—it has a way of sneaking up on you!

Sunday

10:00 AM – Group transfer to the airport

All good things must come to an end. We’ll arrange a group transfer to get you back to the airport safely, with plenty of time for your flight. Take one last look at the stunning Sardinian landscapes and hold on to the memories of an unforgettable climbing adventure.

Course Contents

  • Basic movements for beginners (climbing 4 to 6a grades) and advanced techniques for intermediates (climbing 6b and above).
  • Mental preparation and rehearsal.
  • Coaching of movement. Bouldering and leading.
  • Training: Flexibility, strength and power.
  • Strategies and best practices for climbing.
  • Advanced rope-work for belayers: different belaying devices, how and when to give rope or take in, and leader falls.
  • Advanced rope work for climbers: closed-ring threading, rescue, abseiling and communicating.
  • Emergency retreat from a dangerous route.

Climbing Experience

Our Mountain Guide will evaluate each participant’s skills on the first day and then assist everyone in improving and making the most of their rock climbing experience.

If you’ve never climbed outdoors, this is a great opportunity to try it with a professional and a group of like-minded people. The guide will look after the group and teach all essential skills, such as belaying and leading, to help you make the most of your week of climbing.

If you’re familiar with belaying, you’ll be able to skip some of the basics and focus more on climbing. We recommend learning how to belay and thread a closed-ring lower-off before attending the camp.

 

OUR GUIDES

Roberto

Roberto

IFMGA Guida Alpina

Matthias

Matthias

IFMGA Guida Alpina

Andrea

Andrea

IFMGA Guida Alpina

Nicola

Nicola

IFMGA A Guida Alpina

Tania

Tania

IFMGA Guida Alpina

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Climbing Camps

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Participants: 4 to 8 people

Languages spoken: English, French and Italian

INCLUDED

  • IFMGA Mountain Guide
  • Transfer to/from the airport
  • Welcome and farewell dinner
  • Internal transfers (if necessary)
  • Climbing equipment 

NOT INCLUDED

  • Flights to Sardinia
  • Travel insurance
  • Accommodation
  • Food and Drinks
  • Harness, helmet and climbing shoes 
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Accommodation

Since there are plenty of accommodations in Cala Gonone, we decided to let you choose your own. Please book one that is into town, as we’ll be meeting every morning in the centre to walk to our crag. This is a small list of what you can find.

Camping sites

Hotels

Private apartments

 

 

KIT LIST

To climb on all week you should have:

  • harness
  • helmet
  • climbing shoes

Please make sure they are CE-certified and in good shape

In addition, you can bring

  • A set of quickdraws
  • 2 carabiners
  • Belay device
  • Belay glasses
  • Chalk bag
  • Water bottle 
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun cream 
  • Mosquito repellent

There is also a climbing shop in Cala Gonone, where you can buy any climbing items or clothing. 

 

How much do we climb?

On this week-long climbing camp, you can climb for up to 6 days. We have an easy day scheduled on Wednesday, but for the rest, it is climbing as much as you can for the whole week.

Your climbing day may last up to 8 hours. Our guide will suggest a plan, according to the group’s preferences and choose whether to start early morning or soon after lunch.

If the weather gets too hot, the guide may decide to meet as early as 7 am and climb on a shady crag until the sun hits it at about 1 pm.

Alternatively, it is possible to take the morning off and climb in the afternoon. In this case, you’d meet the guide at 2 pm, and reach the crag as the shade arrives, climbing until sunset (8 pm approx)

How many people can participate?

Our 6 days climbing camp is suited for small groups of 8 PEOPLE MAX

The minimum number of participants is 4. Anyhow, we are happy to organize it for a smaller group if all participants are happy to pay a slightly higher price.

 

Bad weather

In case of light rain, there is a crag in Cala Gonone with a huge overhang that keeps a wall dry.

But if the weather is really bad, our guide will try to find an alternative destination.  Sometimes it rains in Cala Gonone while it’s sunny in Baunei…

The cost of transferring to a new location is not included and should be shared by those who want to move there.

Insurance

All our Mountain Guides are IFMGA qualified and hold a full professional insurance. This will only cover all accidents that are caused directly by the guide.

If, for example, someone sprains their ankle while walking to the crag, it is best to have a personal insurance to cover eventual medical costs.

In addition, a good travel insurance policy would pay back if your flight is cancelled, or you have to cancel your holiday at the last minute.

A simple online search would reveal many companies that offer good Travel Insurances for Climbing Holidays.

 

Cancellation

In the unfortunate case that you have to cancel your booking, we may keep part of it as a voucher that you may re-use for a future booking within the same year. This is subject to availability, and if we would not able to accommodate your trip in the same year, the voucher will be automatically extended to the next year.

CANCELLATION REFUNDS

Over 2 months of notice: we refund 100% of what you paid

Over 21 days of notice: we will refund 80% of what you paid

Less than 21 days of notice: no refund

 

CANCELLATION BY CLIMBING SARDINIA

In the unlikely event that we may be forced to cancel a tour, we will refund 100% of what you paid.

Although cancellations from our side are rare, we advise all participants to always purchase insurance on flight tickets. This would guarantee no losses on your side.