• Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
  • Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges
Verdon Gorges / Alpes de Haute Provence

Bikeraft crossing in the Lower Verdon Gorges

Réf : JJYCMB

In summary

  • Sports
    Gravel biking , Kayaking and Canoeing
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    All levels

    Levels

    All levels

    Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision and/or the program will be adapted to each person's level.
  • Destination
    Verdon Gorges / Alpes de Haute Provence
  • Age
    From 18 - 70 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    14.7 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
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English
    🇩🇪
    German

In a few words

An unprecedented 3-day journey in the heart of the Verdon Regional Natural Park combines touring cycling and packrafting to explore the territory from a wild perspective.

Starting in Riez , this micro-expedition offers a complete immersion along the river to Vinon-sur-Verdon . Equipped with panniers on your bikes and ultralight inflatable kayaks in your pack, you'll alternate between scenic trails and navigable sections. This hybrid format allows you to tackle the technical aspects of river crossings while enjoying the pleasure of traveling light.

Evenings extend the adventure with nights spent camping , guaranteeing a raw reconnection with the Provençal countryside. Ideal for lovers of challenging adventures and outdoor activities , this dynamic itinerary combines whitewater skills with land-based travel to create an exceptional journey in close proximity to the elements.

The highlights

  • An original way to discover the Verdon River by combining cycling and whitewater rafting
  • A stay accessible without a car
  • A packrafting progression adapted for beginners
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Sport

Level

Gravel biking

All levels

Levels

All levels

Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision and/or the program will be adapted to each person's level.

Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision and/or the program will be adapted to each person's level.

The expert's opinion

Bikerafting holiday: the perfect combination of cycling and packrafting

Accessible to anyone with a moderate level of fitness, this trip is ideal if you are able to cycle for several hours, carry your personal equipment, and participate in a sporting activity over several days. The cycling portion involves daily stages of approximately 20 to 30 km on roads and minor secondary tracks, with moderate elevation gain. For the packrafting portion, no prior experience is required as the basics are taught on-site; however, prior experience with kayaking, paddleboarding, or another water sport is a definite advantage.

In figures

Gravel

  • Average duration/day: 1h30
  • Average distance/day: 24 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 334 m

Canoeing / Kayaking

  • Average duration/day: 3h30
  • Majority river class : Class 2 - some simple rapids

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 5 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
🇩🇪
German
Théo
Théo

Passionate about mountains and outdoor activities, Théo is a state-certified mountain guide and multi-sport instructor. Based in the Hautes-Alpes, he designs trips that combine hiking, climbing, packrafting and mountain biking, with an accessible, friendly and environmentally conscious approach.

A skilled teacher who is attentive to everyone, Théo likes to pass on much more than just a sporting activity: he shares his knowledge of the territory, the fauna, the flora and the local heritage, while ensuring that everyone progresses at their own pace, in complete safety.

His motto? To experience an authentic adventure, to take the time to explore, learn, share, and leave with a head full of memories. With him, each outing becomes a true immersion in the landscapes of the Hautes-Alpes and a convivial moment in a small group.

Management

Security

Remember to bring low hiking shoes which will be useful for all activities.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Discover packrafting and enter the Lower Gorges

    • Activity Gravel
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Distance 35 km
    • Positive elevation gain 600 m
    • Activity Canoeing / Kayaking
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Majority river class Class 1 - calm river
    • Accommodation Camping
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Your adventure begins in Riez at 10:30 am, a meeting point easily accessible by bus from Marseille at 8:30 am or Aix-en-Provence at 9:00 am via the Zou 67 line. After being welcomed and given a briefing on your touring bikes and packrafting equipment, you'll set off on your first ride. The first leg, a 15km route with 250m of elevation gain, taking approximately 1.5 hours, will lead you to the shores of Lake Sainte-Croix .

    Once there, you launch the boats for a 4km to 6km crossing. This first outing allows you to familiarize yourself with the equipment, adjust the settings, and learn the safety rules and basic maneuvers. Back on dry land, you reload your gear onto your bikes to reach Quinson . This second leg, approximately 20km with 350m of elevation gain, winds through the landscapes of the Verdon Regional Natural Park . In total, you'll cycle 35km and climb 600m during the day before settling into the campsite for the night.

    Day 1

Note

The itinerary presented is provided for guidance only and may be adjusted depending on the weather, the water level of the Verdon River, navigation conditions, or the group's skill level and expectations. In any case, the main objective remains to offer the best possible experience, always emphasizing safety, the enjoyment of the journey, and the discovery of the region.

Accommodation

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

Access

Departure
Riez, France
Day 1 : 10h30
End of stay
Vinon-sur-Verdon, France
Day 3 - 14h30

We may experience delays due to unforeseen circumstances. Please allow for some flexibility and anticipate any potential changes to your train tickets.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toManosque - Gréoux-les-Bains,Marseille Saint-CharlesOrAix-en-Provence

From the train station to the accommodation:

  1. From Manosque train station: Take the bus (DLVA network - Line 132) from Manosque SNCF train station to the Pré de Foire stop in Riez. The journey takes approximately 50 minutes.
  2. From Marseille Saint-Charles or Aix-en-Provence train stations: Take the Zou! LER 67 regional bus line (Marseille to Aix-en-Provence) to the Pré de Foire terminus. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from Marseille.
  3. By taxi/private hire vehicle: Allow approximately 30 to 35 minutes of travel time from Manosque train station (estimated fare between €70 and €90 )
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The complete supervision and organization of the stay by a qualified professional
  2. Accommodation for two nights in a campsite
  3. All meals from the picnic on Day 1 to the picnic on Day 3
  4. Renting a touring bike with panniers and helmet
  5. Rental of group packrafting equipment: packrafts, paddles and safety equipment
  6. The communal kitchen equipment

The price does not include

  1. Transportation (round trip) from the meeting point and the end point of the stay
  2. Drinks and personal expenses
  3. Camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag, mattress, pillow)
  4. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

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