• Week of water activities in the Verdon Gorges
  • Week of water activities in the Verdon Gorges
  • Week of water activities in the Verdon Gorges
  • Week of water activities in the Verdon Gorges
  • Week of water activities in the Verdon Gorges
Verdon Gorges / French Alps

Week of water activities in the Verdon Gorges

Réf : DHXVPD

In summary

  • Sports
    Summer multi-activity
  • Duration
    8 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Summer multi-activity
    Beginner
    For those looking for an active experience that is accessible to everyone. You are able to walk and move around freely for several hours, but you do not have any specific athletic skills.
    Intermediate
    For those who engage in regular sports activity. You are capable of walking or moving about for several hours at a stretch. You want to break out of your routine and discover what you are capable of.
    Confirmed
    For those who engage in sports activities once or twice a week. You want to discover your limits and push past them, yet you do not necessarily possess an advanced technical background.
    Advanced
    For those who engage in an endurance sport (swimming, cycling, jogging) several times a week at high intensity. You enjoy a challenge and want to perfect your technique.
    Expert
    For those who have been intensely practicing endurance sports several times a week for several years. You are athletic and agile in several sports. You want to experience an intense adventure, demanding advanced technical skills and impeccable physical condition.
  • Destination
    Verdon Gorges / French Alps
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    42.02 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
  • Languages
    French
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
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In a few words

For eight days, you'll explore the Verdon Gorge, right on the water! This trip promises a spectacular immersion in the breathtaking landscapes of the Regional Natural Park . Through four water sports activities, you'll discover the treasures of the Verdon while having fun. Enjoy a canoe trip on the Gorge lakes in inflatable two-person canoes. Experience canyoning by swimming in the pools and the exceptional setting of the Baou Canyon . Continue your exploration of the Verdon with a water hike, discovering the most beautiful spots in the Grand Canyon by swimming . Experience packrafting, a perfect blend of hiking and expedition canoeing , in the Three Lakes Gorge. Finally, an evening at the Bauduen astronomical observatory awaits you, where you can discover the skies of the Upper Var region in the company of astronomy enthusiasts!


The highlights

  • The diversity of sporting activities
  • The exceptional setting of the Verdon Gorges
  • The evening at the Bauduen astronomical observatory
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Sport

Level

Summer multi-activity

Intermediate

Levels

Summer multi-activity
Beginner
For those looking for an active experience that is accessible to everyone. You are able to walk and move around freely for several hours, but you do not have any specific athletic skills.
Intermediate
For those who engage in regular sports activity. You are capable of walking or moving about for several hours at a stretch. You want to break out of your routine and discover what you are capable of.
Confirmed
For those who engage in sports activities once or twice a week. You want to discover your limits and push past them, yet you do not necessarily possess an advanced technical background.
Advanced
For those who engage in an endurance sport (swimming, cycling, jogging) several times a week at high intensity. You enjoy a challenge and want to perfect your technique.
Expert
For those who have been intensely practicing endurance sports several times a week for several years. You are athletic and agile in several sports. You want to experience an intense adventure, demanding advanced technical skills and impeccable physical condition.
For those who engage in regular sports activity. You are capable of walking or moving about for several hours at a stretch. You want to break out of your routine and discover what you are capable of.

In figures

Canoeing / Kayaking

  • Average duration/day: 4h

Autre

  • Average duration/day: 2h

Canyoning

  • Average duration/day: 4h

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages ​​spoken:
French
Supervisor
Supervision by state-certified guides, except for self-guided canoeing in the Verdon Gorges.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8

  • Arrival

    • Accommodation Mobile home
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    You settle into your accommodation. You can explore the village and its surroundings. Enjoy dinner before heading out on your adventure.

    Day 1

Note

You'll have the chance to explore the Verdon Gorge for 8 days with your feet in the WATER! Immerse yourself in the spectacular nature and exceptional landscapes of the Regional Natural Park. You'll experience 5 different water activities to discover the treasures of the Verdon while having fun:

- CANOE - Trip on the lakes of the Verdon Gorge in inflatable two-seater canoes. | Self-guided.

- CANYONING   - Jumps (optional), swimming in pools and rappelling in the exceptional natural setting of the Baou canyon. | Accompanied by a guide.

- WATER HIKING   - Descent of the Verdon River in the water, equipped with a neoprene wetsuit: swimming, exploring the most beautiful spots in the Grand Canyon. | Accompanied by a guide.

- PACKRAFT   - A delightful blend of hiking (1.5 hours) and two-person canoe expedition (1.5 hours) in the Three Lakes Gorge. | Accompanied by a guide.

- ASTRONOMY -   We invite you to an evening at the Bauduen astronomical observatory to discover the exceptional skies of the Haut-Var region. Passionate astronomers will take you on a journey beyond the boundaries of our galaxy.

Accommodation

🏨 Mobile home - Days 1 to 7

Your campsite accommodation is located in the town of Bauduen

Price details

The price includes

  1. Chalet or mobile home accommodation in a campsite
  2. Hotel kit (sheets and towels)
  3. Cleaning fee
  4. 4 sports activities
  5. A complete road book

The price does not include

  1. Meals
  2. Transportation
  3. The tourist tax

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 to bring

Your guides and Verdon Voyages will provide all the necessary safety equipment and gear for the descent. Activities are supervised by a state-certified guide. Only canoeing on Lake Sainte-Croix is ​​done independently.

Clothing to bring

We need to know your height, weight and shoe size to provide the appropriate outfits for your body type.

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Our partner team

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Led by Jean-Marc and Nordine, two local figures with over 50 years of combined experience in Verdon sports, our local partner embodies the expertise and passion of this exceptional region. From Lake Allos to Vinon-sur-Verdon, these two Verdon natives at heart will guide you through the diverse landscapes and heritage that have shaped the history of this area. Committed to sustainable and responsible tourism, they work closely with local stakeholders to offer harmonious and respectful experiences that honor this beautiful yet fragile environment. An invitation to discover the secrets of the Verdon in a spirit of authenticity and shared enjoyment.
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