• Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river
  • Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river
  • Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river
  • Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river
  • Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river
  • Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river
  • Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river
Vallon-Pont-d'Arc

Relaxing 3-day canoe trip down the Ardèche river

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In summary

  • Sports
    Kayaking and Canoeing
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Kayaking and Canoeing
    Beginner
    For those who have never tried kayaking or canoeing. Outings generally last less than 3½ hours per day.
    Intermediate
    For those who have tried canoeing or kayaking at least a few times and are in good physical shape. The days involve less than 4½ hours of paddling to cover a distance of approximately 20 km.
    Confirmed
    For those who have already logged some miles in a kayak and are now looking for a more spirited adventure! You are in good physical shape and engage in regular sports activity. The trip involves less than 5 hours of paddling per day, covering 25 km at a speed of 3 knots.
    Advanced
    For enthusiasts in good physical condition who are seeking increasingly greater challenges and impressive scenery. The days involve less than six hours of paddling, at a speed of 3.5 knots and covering a distance of approximately 32 km.
    Expert
    For those who have mastered kayaking: you are looking for someone to guide you to the locations you wish to explore. You are in excellent physical shape and up for a challenge. The days last less than 6.5 hours, covering a distance of 38 km at a speed of 3.5 to 4 knots.
  • Destination
    Ardèche / Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    8.4 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler

In a few words

Enjoy your weekend in the heart of the Ardèche Gorges Nature Reserve ! Embark on a 30km descent, linking Vallon Pont d'Arc to Saint Martin d'Ardèche! This canoe and kayak trip immerses you for 3 days in one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe, day and night... with your evenings spent camping ! This wonderful experience of paddling down the Ardèche River in complete tranquility will allow you to fully appreciate the Ardèche Gorges canyon and all its treasures.

The highlights

  • A change of scenery guaranteed
  • Unusual nights in a bivouac
  • Ideal for a first independent canoe-trip experience
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Sport

Level

Kayaking and Canoeing

Beginner

Levels

Kayaking and Canoeing
Beginner
For those who have never tried kayaking or canoeing. Outings generally last less than 3½ hours per day.
Intermediate
For those who have tried canoeing or kayaking at least a few times and are in good physical shape. The days involve less than 4½ hours of paddling to cover a distance of approximately 20 km.
Confirmed
For those who have already logged some miles in a kayak and are now looking for a more spirited adventure! You are in good physical shape and engage in regular sports activity. The trip involves less than 5 hours of paddling per day, covering 25 km at a speed of 3 knots.
Advanced
For enthusiasts in good physical condition who are seeking increasingly greater challenges and impressive scenery. The days involve less than six hours of paddling, at a speed of 3.5 knots and covering a distance of approximately 32 km.
Expert
For those who have mastered kayaking: you are looking for someone to guide you to the locations you wish to explore. You are in excellent physical shape and up for a challenge. The days last less than 6.5 hours, covering a distance of 38 km at a speed of 3.5 to 4 knots.
For those who have never tried kayaking or canoeing. Outings generally last less than 3½ hours per day.

In figures

Canoeing / Kayaking

  • Average duration/day: 1h30

Management

Enjoy an independent stay, where you follow the program at your own pace.
Independently
Progress at your own pace and according to your desires 🌏

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3

  • Welcome / preparation and off we go on the adventure

    • Activity Canoeing / Kayaking
    • Duration of the activity 2h
    • Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    The meeting is scheduled at our partner's base between 9am and 2pm (no fixed time).

    Upon your arrival, the person in charge of your file will describe in detail the route you will take (paddling time, landmarks, safety instructions to follow...).

    Then you prepare for the activity. You receive a 55-liter container to store your equipment, a life jacket (mandatory) and/or a helmet (optional). Afterwards, you are transferred to the boarding point by minibus (personal vehicles remain parked in our private parking lot).

    At the embarkation point, you receive final advice before your departure and you take possession of the canoes and paddles.

    Start of your self-guided adventure on the Ardèche.

    Day 1

Note

The activity is feasible every day subject to favorable weather conditions (absence of a specific alert bulletin issued by the competent authorities prefecture / meteorological services) and available places on one of the two bivouacs.

Accommodation

⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Day 1

The night will be spent at one of the two bivouacs in the heart of the Ardèche Gorges nature reserve ( Gaud bivouac or Gournier bivouac ).

  • Sanitary facilities
  • Showers
  • Drinking water point
  • Barbecues and charcoal

They have no restaurants, no shops (for supplies), and no electricity.

"Comfort" options, possibility to reserve:

  • Tent for 3/6 or even 15 people
  • Individual self-inflating mattress

Booking by yourselves, contact us for more information.

Access

Departure
Vallon Pont D'Arc
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Vallon Pont D'Arc
Day 3

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare routière de Vallon Pont d'Arc
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
Our partner's base is easily accessible by car.

Price details

The price includes

  • All equipment rental (1 x 55-liter container per person, paddles, life jackets, boats, helmet)
  • All transfers (base-departure, arrival-base)
  • All the tips and information you need to know before your descent, and a small map of your descent.
  • All ancillary services (parking for vehicles during the descent, restrooms, etc.)

The price does not include

  • Overnight camping in the heart of the nature reserve (reservations are made directly with the nature reserve office, please contact us )
  • Camping essentials
  • Food and drink

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

For your business, our partner provides :

  • One 55-litre waterproof container per participant
  • A buoyancy aid vest that meets European standards
  • A helmet (optional)
  • A paddle
  • A double-hulled sit-on-top style canoe/kayak

Equipment to bring

  • Closed shoes (neoprene booties, lightweight sports shoes with non-slip soles) are mandatory
  • A neoprene wetsuit if the water is cold (possibility of renting one at the base)
  • Glasses cord
  • Camping equipment (sleeping bag, tent, mattress...)
  • Trash bags
  • Small plastic bags (like freezer bags) to protect your hydrophobic equipment
  • Waterproof pouches for your phone if you want to capture your descent

Clothing to bring

  • Warm, dry spare clothes
  • Appropriate clothing for water activities (shorts and T-shirt)
  • Windbreaker
  • Avoid clothing that exposes your skin too much to the sun; opt for UV-protective clothing.
  • A hat
A
Decathlon Travel Partner

Our partner team

3.4/5 (5 reviews) • 6 stays
Experts in the Ardèche Gorges in Vallon Pont d'Arc since 1985, our partner invites you to explore this canyon, one of the most beautiful in Europe. Drift along the river and discover a magnificent nature reserve through various canoe and kayak routes. Between sunshine, unspoiled nature, and moments of serenity, enjoy a unique immersive experience in the heart of an exceptional protected site.
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