12km Kayak & Canoe Hire on Dourbie - From Boffi to Creissels
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Activity
Kayaking & Canoeing
Note
No experience required
Minimum age
10 years
Languages
English, French
Included
Transfer
Availability
Jul 31 - Sep 23, 2026
Every day at 09:30, 10:30
Duration
2.5 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Meeting place
Creissels
At our base (Place du 19 Mars, 12100 Creissels)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
Take towels, picnic and cap and freedom is yours! This offer allows you to discover the Dourbie and its gorges on your canoe, in perfect autonomy. This small river has a lot of character and you will be charmed by its wild atmosphere and its dynamic waters. You will finish the circuit on the Tarn, with the Millau viaduct in the background. Whether you're a couple or a group of friends, are 10 or 86 years, you are welcome on this tour!
Tour programme
We meet at our base 30 minutes before the booked time. We will provide you with the equipment, the canoe and give you some tips for your day out - including a map. Once you're ready, we drive you to the starting point of the tour, next to Le Boffi Rocher. Now, just jump on board your canoe and start paddling! The tour ends when you arrive back at our Creissels base, after having paddled for 10km.
Tour facts
- River: Dourbie (difficulty level: class I-II)
- Description: The Dourbie is an abundant river that springs in the mountains and flows through the Aveyron before flowing into the Tarn.
- Route: from Le Boffi to Creissels
- Distance: 13km
- Total duration: up to 8hrs
- Time on the river: 2.5h but you can keep the boat for the whole day!
Included Services
- High-quality kayak or canoe
- Life jacket, helmet, and single or double paddles
- Waterproof container to keep your belongings dry
- Transfer to the starting point of the course
- Map of the river and recommendations
- Wetsuits and wind jackets available at the beginning of the season if the weather is still a bit chilly
Bring along
- Short and T-shirt for summer (jacket recommended when not summer)
- Swimwear
- Closed shoes (e.g. old trainers or water shoes, to wear in the canoe)
- Towel
- Glasses lace
- Sun protection (cap, glasses, and cream)
- Water (1L min.) and a picnic
Requirements
- Minimum age: 10 years
- Swimming ability
- Physical health
The welcome was excellent. A wonderful family time on the beautiful Dourbie River. The canoes were great, with a backrest for each passenger (two-seater). Thank you to the team at Les Bateliers du Viaduc, and thank you to Max.
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Arno · FamilyFrance · July 2026
Super fun trip with plenty of rapids. The people were very nice.
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Marjorie · Group of friendsFrance · August 2023
Great family time.
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Will I be in the same boat as my friends, and how do I book a kayak for two?
The offer includes single and double kayaks. If you want to book a kayak for two people, you can simply book the activity for two people. You will then be in the same boat.
How big is the group, and is transport to/from the starting point provided?
Transport to the starting point of the tour at Le Boffi is included in the price. The tour ends at the base in Creissels, where you met at the beginning.
Where can I store my valuables during the tour?
You will be provided with a waterproof container to keep your personal belongings dry during the tour.
What should I bring with me?
You should bring swimwear, a T-shirt, shorts, and closed shoes (like old trainers). A towel, sun protection, at least 1L of water, and a picnic are also recommended.
What are the requirements to participate?
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years. All participants must know how to swim and be in good physical health.
How long is the tour?
The route is 13km long. The pure paddling time is about 2.5 hours, but you can keep the canoe for the whole day and take breaks for swimming or a picnic. The total duration can be up to 8 hours.
What is included in the price?
The price includes the canoe or kayak, a life jacket, a helmet, paddles, a waterproof container, a map, and the transfer to the starting point. Wetsuits and wind jackets are also available if the weather is chilly.
Where and when do we meet?
You will meet at the provider's base in Creissels. Please be there 30 minutes before your booked start time.
From
27 €
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The activity 12km Kayak & Canoe Hire on Dourbie - From Boffi to Creissels by Millau Aventure Les Bateliers du Viaduc is available every day, from August 10, 2026 through September 23, 2026. Each day offers 2 start times between 9:30 and 10:30. Sessions last 2.5 hours and are offered as private activities for up to 10 participants. Prices range from €27.00 to €54.00.
France · July 2026
