Ardeshiri Gorge

Ardeshiri Gorge is located in Fars Province, near the town of Sepidan and in the vicinity of Ardeshiri Olya village. The gorge consists of four separate valleys, and by wading and floating through the water you can enjoy a water-filled half-day route. To get there, people usually travel from Shiraz along the Shiraz–Sepidan road and reach the village and the gorge after about 83 kilometers.

Along the gorge, a full-flowing river runs with varying depth, from shallow sections to areas deep enough for swimming. Nature-tour groups report that they entered the water using ropes and life jackets and continued along the route with a guide or without heavy equipment; the water in the early sections is cold but pleasant, and moving through the water and between the rocks is a special experience. This combination of water trekking and nature tourism has made the gorge a unique destination for enthusiasts.

The access route is easy, and the trek takes about half a day. The best time to visit is spring and summer, when the water flow is good and the weather in the area is cool and pleasant. On this route, suitable footwear and waterproof clothing are essential because you will be crossing water; practicing responsible nature tourism, such as not leaving litter and respecting the riverbank, is recommended.