32km Kayak & Canoe Hire in Ardèche - Intense Ardèche

Motivated for an intense and sporty day starting in Vallon Pont d'Arc? Then, this tour "Intense Ardèche" is a perfect activity for you! On this physically demanding river section, you will descend the entire canyon. 32 km of paddling with a succession of rapids and calmer parts waiting for you - all in the heart of one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe. This section is therefore for the most motivated, and the most athletic! The record is set at 1h28... Ready to try your luck?

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Tour programme
- Preparation:
We meet at our base in Vallon Pont d'Arc at the time indicated on your booking confirmation.
- Tour:
You pick up your equipment and after your briefing, you leave directly from the beach to our base. From there, you board alone or in pairs on your canoe for an epic 32 km descent, which will take you to Saint Martin d'Ardèche, our meeting point for the return.
- Arrival:
Our buses will wait for you for the return, with continuous departures from 4 pm to 5 pm.

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Tour facts
- River: Gorges de l'Ardèche from Vallon Pont d'Arc
- Description: complete route of 32 km
- Route: departure from our base, arrival Saint Martin d'Ardèche
- Distance: 32 km
- Total duration: full day (8 to 9 hrs)
- Time on the river: you will paddle during 6 to 7 hrs
- Number of people per canoe: up to 3 (2 adults and 1 child from 7 to 11)

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Included services
- Canoe, paddles, life jacket (spring/fall: neoprene suit)
- Waterproof container for your belongings during the descent
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base
- Parking space
- Hot showers
- Dogs are not allowed in the nature reserve

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Bring along
- Swimsuit
- Sun blocker
- Second pair of shoes (which can get wet)
- Towel
- Snacks (cereal bar, water bottle)
- Glasses lace

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Requirements
- Minimum age: 7
- Swimming ability
- Physical health