Climbing in paradise…
Kalymnos is a paradise for sports climbers. And it is for many reasons. First of all the quality of limestone rock is particularly high providing a great advantage.
If you ask one of the many climbers visiting they will tell you: there is easy access to most of the routes, a good climbing guide book and app, it is family friendly, and it has all grades both for beginners and advanced. The sheer quantity of climbing routes is also fantastic in offering you great choice without having to share and wait for the large groups of other climbers.
Kalymnos has its very own rescue service and last but not least the nature, atmosphere and people of Kalymnos complete the package
Easy access…
You can walk to many of the climbing areas from Masouri. There are also many rental shops to rent a bike, a car or a bicycle and you can get around easily. The furthest areas can be reached within an hour maximum.
Climbing guide…
Kalymnos Rock Climbing Guidebook is a well-made book that makes it easy to get an overview of all the routes and areas together with their grades, approach, Klima etc. This book also comes in an app version. There are also many websites and other publications available for climbing in Kalymnos.
Family friendly…
Many climbers bring their families along while they are having their climbing holiday in Kalymnos and that’s for many different reasons. Kalymnos has easy access and a safe environment making it easy and stress free to bring all family members. That way climbing can be combined with holiday activities such as sun, beach and exploring.
Professional Climbing instructors…
Professional Instructor are available who can help you start or improve your climbing. Kalymnos offers a variety of instructors with different skills so depending on what you want and need there will be someone suitable.
Rescue service…
Rescue services are available on the island. The rescue team is all well trained with first aid, mountaineering and rescue courses.
Deep Water Solo…
Deep water solo is a climbing style where you climb over water with no security but the clear blue sea. This is perfect for the hot days and Kalymnos provides some of the most beautiful spots to try this type of climbing.
Holiday Insurance…
Please make sure that if you are going to climb you will need to have the correct holiday insurance, as the standard policies do not cover you to climb.