• Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
  • Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges
Massif Central / Cantal

Nature immersion and deer rutting in the Cantal gorges

Réf : RJUQQV

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking , Kayaking and Canoeing
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Massif Central / Cantal
  • Age
    From 18 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    9.94 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group

In a few words

Immerse yourself in the heart of a wild landscape during a unique experience dedicated to the deer rut , one of the most fascinating spectacles of autumn. In the Truyère gorges , a preserved gem of the Cantal region, deep forests and steep-sided valleys create ideal conditions to listen to the powerful calls of the deer.

Accompanied by a mountain guide , you learn to decipher the sounds of the forest , observe animal behavior, and adopt a respectful approach to wildlife . Each outing becomes a true initiation into nature and its delicate balance.

A highlight of the stay, a Dragon Boat cruise at sunset offers a rare experience: gliding silently across the lake, while the stags bellow in the gorges, in an atmosphere that is both peaceful and breathtaking.

In a small group , enjoy an authentic experience close to nature, in one of the most suitable sites in France for listening to the rutting season.


The highlights

  • Observing the deer rut in a wild area of ​​Cantal, small group
  • Accommodation in the heart of nature, with the possibility of hearing the stags' rutting calls.
  • Full board with organic and local products
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner

Levels

Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

The expert's opinion

to be able to walk 5 km with 150 m of elevation gain

Management

During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Band : 1 supervisor for 8 to 12 people
Célia et Eric
Célia et Eric

As managers of Camping Sérendipité, we will be your coordinators throughout your stay. Present and available, we will ensure your comfort and the smooth running of your experience.

Quentin
Quentin

Mountain guide: hiking.

Maximize your safety and comfort by assessing the suitability of the terrain, adapting the outing to the weather, considering alternative routes and planning for variations.

To share my knowledge, by slipping in surprising anecdotes, by exchanging with you about the mysteries of fauna, flora or the geological construction of a place.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Arrival & immersion

    • Activity Canoeing / Kayaking
    • Accommodation Camping
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    You arrive at the Sérendipité campsite in the mid-afternoon, where you are welcomed before settling in. A welcome drink provides an opportunity to get to know the group and learn about the stay. A briefing is offered to help you understand the deer rut and the schedule for the coming days.

    At the end of the day, you'll embark on a dragon boat excursion, a large group canoe, ideal for a first immersion in nature. You'll glide along the river through the gorges, searching for deer, while enjoying the light of the sunset. The surrounding calm enhances the listening experience for the stag's bellow, a highlight of the adventure.

    Back at camp, you share a friendly dinner, conducive to conversation after this first evening outdoors.


    Day 1

Note

The program can be adjusted by the guide according to mountain conditions, weather or the physical level of the participants.


Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Camping Sérendipité, Impasse Fontbielle, Neuvéglise-sur-Truyère, France
Day 1 : 15h00
End of stay
Camping Sérendipité, Impasse Fontbielle, Neuvéglise-sur-Truyère, France
Day 3 - 11h00

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Access by car
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Bare campsite pitch
  2. Individualized support
  3. Full board for a stress-free stay with local and/or organic products, snacks (Please let us know at the time of booking if you have any special dietary requirements).
  4. Activities included

The price does not include

  1. Drinks
  2. Travel to the accommodation is not included.
  3. Local transportation not included

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. End-of-stay cleaning in the cabin : CHF52.25 / reservation
  2. End-of-stay cleaning in the Pod : CHF66.50 / reservation
  3. End-of-stay cleaning in a chalet : CHF76.00 / reservation
  4. Sheets : CHF14.25 / unit
  5. Towels : CHF6.65 / unit
  6. Flex fare and insurance

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Notre partenaire local est un camping géré avec passion par Célia et Éric depuis 2023. Idéalement situé à Neuvéglise, il se trouve à seulement cinq minutes des magnifiques gorges de la Truyère, offrant un cadre naturel privilégié au cœur du Cantal.

L'établissement a obtenu plusieurs labels récompensant la qualité de son accueil, notamment pour les chiens, ainsi que l'excellence de ses services. De plus, notre partenaire local s'engage activement dans une gestion éco-responsable du site, garantissant un séjour respectueux de l'environnement pour tous les campeurs.
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