Covid measures in Kalymnos, Greece

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Kalymnos, Greece, please refer to Discover Greece or the Greek National Public Health Organization . Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

What you get on this adventure: An experienced, local rock-climbing guide and instructor with extensive knowledge of the area Three, five, or more days of rock climbing and instruction All group climbing gear What’s not included: Personal climbing equipment — can be rented Transportation to Kalymnos In-island transportation Meals and snacks Accommodation

How fit do I need to be?

If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun retreat, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level.

What if I’ve never climbed before?

Kalymnos has plenty of options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun! For intermediate to advanced climbers, Kalymnos has loads of routes to spend the day or advance your skills on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best-hidden gems the area has to offer.

What do I need to bring?

All group climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need: Helmet Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag Rock shoes (included in the price, but we recommend bringing your own if you have them) Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag) Spare athletic clothes for 3-5 days of climbing Water bottle Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Sunglasses Camera — optional All private climbing equipment can be rented in Kalymnos. Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For these group courses, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1. The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family! Rock climbing courses in Kalymnos can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the courses on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has climbers under the age of 18 , contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Kalymnos, most people fly into Athens International Airport , Greece, and then fly to the island of Kalymnos just an hour away. Once you get there, you can rent a car or motorbike to get to your accommodation. Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet.

Multi-Day Rock Climbing Courses in Kalymnos, Greece

A view of a church and a coastal village in Kalymnos, Greece, at sunset.

A climber celebrating a successful climb in Kalymnos, Greece.

Climber advancing his technique on a slab in Kalymnos, Greece.

Kalymnos | Greece

Multi-Day Rock Climbing Courses in Kalymnos

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Season

Year-round, but the best seasons are spring, summer, and fall

Duration

3-5 days

Difficulty

Guides

Joe Fratianni, Kalymnos Primal Climb, Fred Leconte, Kalymnos Climbing Adventure, Sergi Medina

Questions, additional dates, private groups

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From $900 () / 3-5 days

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Things to know

If you’ve earned the notches in your rock shoes, you know the hype around Kalymnos — this Aegean rock climbing oasis hosts over 4,000 fantastic single and multi-pitch routes, including some of the greatest sport climbs in Europe. With Olympus-quality limestone, well-bolted routes, and a wide variety of crags for all skill levels, it’s also the picture-perfect setting for advancing your journey from climber to crusher. Your instructor has been seasonally based in Kalymnos since 2004, meaning he knows how to find just the right route you need, as well as some hidden gems to help you steer clear of the crowds. Plus, nothing gets you as motivated to reach the top as the promise of local delicacies and epic Mediterranean views. Find out why you should head to Kalymnos for the best sport climbing in Greece from Emily Cole, avid sport climber and founding member of Crux Crush.

Adventure highlights

Advance your climbing on well-bolted routes with solid, grippy rock
Over 4,000 single and multi-pitch climbs for all levels of learners
Idyllic Mediterranean views, fantastic Greek delicacies, and perfect summer weather

Available itineraries

3 Days of Coaching and Guiding in Kalymnos

Spend 3 days making breakthroughs in your personal climbing on a custom 3-day climbing course. Whether you’re a newcomer or advanced climber, sport enjoyer or multi-pitch aficionado, you’ll advance your climbing grade, overcome psychological limits and fears, and send world-class crags with the help of your knowledgeable instructor.

5 Days of Coaching and Guiding in Kalymnos

Enjoy an exceptionally thorough 5-day climbing experience that will greatly improve your tactical climbing skills. Whether you’re looking to make your first sport sends, transition from the gym to the rocks, or try multi-pitch climbing for the first time, your expert instructor will make sure to accommodate your wishes and needs. Your guide can also mix and match multi-pitch and single-pitch climbing days to create an unforgettable experience for your extended climbing trip.

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Meet your guides

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Joe Fratianni

Joe is a multi-disciplined climber, skier, and alpinist. USA born, he now lives his life under the limestone walls of Kalymnos, in the north-eastern alps of Austria, and in the mountains of North America. He's an Austrian State Certified Instructor in all climbing, skiing and alpine disciplines, educational program instructor and tour guide for the Austrian Alpinverein Salzburg, as well as a professional member of American Mountain Guides Association. Currently, he's an apprentice AMGA/IFMGA mountain guide pursuing his full personal certification.

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Kalymnos Primal Climb offers over twenty-five years of international experience in leading courses, instructing and teaching skills in all types of alpine situations and climbing disciplines. Natural movement, expert custom-tailored instruction, honest real-world fitness, rediscovering play, trusting yourself, and exceeding limitations are some of the goals that the guides of KPC strive for!

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Fred Leconte

Rock Climbing Instructor

Fred has always had a passion for climbing and the outdoors— he started climbing at the age of 8. Active lifestyle became a profession in 2015, when he completed his climbing guide certification with the French National Diploma, focusing on teaching skills and safety in sport, multi-pitch and trad climbing to people of all levels and abilities. His travels have brought him to Kalymnos and its charms have kept him there ever since.

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Serenity, kindness and attentiveness — these are the qualities KCA hopes to portray. Founder and Rock Climbing Instructor Fred continues his journey with the desire to convey the fullness of the great spaces and vertical life. Join him on daily climbing sessions and activities for all levels and share the magic of rock climbing in Kalymnos!

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Sergi Medina

Born and raised in Barcelona, Sergi has been surrounded by some of the best climbing spots in the world since a young age. Always on the lookout for adventure, he started snowboarding, mountain biking, and hiking in the mountains. Still, he was always intrigued by rock climbing, and once he gave it a shot, he never looked back. Sergi kept developing professionally, instructing people in Barcelona’s biggest climbing gym and climbing outdoors as much as possible. Soon he started putting all his energy into getting his climbing guide certificate, and after a lot of hard work fueled by his passion for climbing, he made it his job to guide people outdoors. Sergi is a certified rock climbing guide TD2, has more than a decade of experience as a professional climbing instructor, and he continues to be a passionate and committed instructor.

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Julia G. (source: Google Reviews)

It was amazing with Joe! We were a couple from Austria and for the first time on Kalymnos. Firstly, we wanted to book only one day a climbing teacher, but it was a perfect match with Joe 😉 – so we decided to spend 6 days with him 😀 Joe is not only an excellent climbing teacher – but he is also a great buddy, coach, friend, and teacher! We will come back for sure to spend great climbing days with Joe.

Hilde P. (source: Google Reviews)

I was climbing Kalymnos with Joe for two weeks. And it was a great time. The climbing group was made up of a wide variety of participants in terms of age and ability. And I was very impressed with how Joe was able to respond to the wishes and climbing goals of each individual. My climbing technique has improved enormously and I enjoy climbing even more. I can only recommend his deep and broad knowledge.

Things to know

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Kalymnos, Greece, please refer to Discover Greece or the Greek National Public Health Organization.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!
What you get on this adventure:
- - An experienced, local rock-climbing guide and instructor with extensive knowledge of the area
  - Three, five, or more days of rock climbing and instruction
  - All group climbing gear
What’s not included:
- - Personal climbing equipment — can be rented
  - Transportation to Kalymnos
  - In-island transportation
  - Meals and snacks
  - Accommodation
If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun retreat, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level.
Kalymnos has plenty of options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun!

For intermediate to advanced climbers, Kalymnos has loads of routes to spend the day or advance your skills on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best-hidden gems the area has to offer.
All group climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need:
- - Helmet
  - Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag
  - Rock shoes (included in the price, but we recommend bringing your own if you have them)
Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
  - Spare athletic clothes for 3-5 days of climbing
  - Water bottle
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional
All private climbing equipment can be rented in Kalymnos. Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and prices:
- - For these group courses, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
  - The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to climb with friends and family!
Rock climbing courses in Kalymnos can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the courses on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Kalymnos, most people fly into Athens International Airport, Greece, and then fly to the island of Kalymnos just an hour away. Once you get there, you can rent a car or motorbike to get to your accommodation.

Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet.
Deposits

When booking a trip, you can either pay for it in full or reserve your spot with a 50% deposit. The remaining 50% of the trip price is to be paid 120 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Cancellations
- - Booking fees are non-refundable.
  - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 120 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-119 days before the trip, there is no refund.