Private Trekking Excursion in the Rouvas Gorge near Zaros, from Heraklion

Explore the stunning mountain, lake, and forest landscapes of central Crete on an amazing guided private trekking excursion in the Rouvas Gorge near Zaros, from Heraklion! Located at the foot of Mount Psiloritis, Zaros has been inhabited since antiquity, notably by the Minoans and Romans, thanks to its diverse water sources. On the other hand, Rouvas forest is a stunning holly forest, rich in diverse fauna and flora.

Now on the day of your private trekking excursion in the Rouvas Gorge near Zaros, from Heraklion, you'll be picked up from your accommodations in or near Heraklion (check special terms for free pick-up locations) and meet your expert driver and trekking guide. The trip from Heraklion to the Lake of Zaros takes about an hour and a half, and you'll arrive at Zaros Lake, where you'll gear up with hiking poles and a backpack if necessary. Next, it will be time to start the adventure!

The forest of Rouvas, in the gorge of Saint Nicholas, is an important ecosystem of holly trees of national interest, and you'll spend around 5 hours walking through it, as well as discovering the stunning landscapes of the Agios Nikolaos Gorge. You'll also get the chance to explore and observe some of the water sources that have brought civilizations to this specific place for thousands of years, such as waterfalls, springs, and ponds.

After 2 hours of walking (almost 5 km), you will find yourself in Ai Giannis, where you will find a landscaped picnic area with a mountain shelter, toilets, benches, and a spring where you can enjoy a brief snack. From there, your group will decide together whether you would like to continue to the location "Dyo Prini", where you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the forest of Rouvas, Zaros, and Messara plane, or if you want to return to the lake for the end of your private trekking excursion in the Rouvas Gorge near Zaros, from Heraklion.

Don't forget to bring comfortable sports clothing adapted to the weather, good sports shoes or hiking boots, lots of sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and of course, your camera, as well as anything else you might need (medication, snacks, etc.) to spend an amazing 5 hours trekking through the Rouvas Gorge! Keep in mind that the whole activity will last around 8 hours, so you should reserve the full day to avoid scheduling issues.

Immerse yourself in an ancient place and follow the steps of the Cretan ancestors who used it as a refuge, a source of life, or a home. Book your private trekking excursion in the Rouvas Gorge near Zaros, from Heraklion, today!