6km Kayak & Canoe Hire in Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche - Mini-Tour

During your holidays in Ardèche, don't miss one of the region's main activities: canoeing down the Ardèche river! Starting from Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche, an unforgettable day awaits you. In the heart of one of the most beautiful gorges in France, you will descend 6 km at your own pace, stop for a picnic in an enchanting setting and pass under the mythical Pont d'Arc! With family or friends, this descent is ideal if you want to enjoy the Ardèche Gorges in complete tranquillity!

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Tour programme

- Preparation:
We advise you to arrive at our base in Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche at least 15 min before the booked time. A large free car park awaits you on site. A briefing will be provided before the shuttle departure, during which you will be informed about safety instructions, markings on the river and the return trip. Then you will depart by bus to the departure pier.

- Tour:
At the starting point, your equipment will be provided (life jacket, waterproof canister, canoe, and paddle) and then a short introduction on the use of your equipment will be given to you. Once you're ready, the fun can begin. You can go down the Ardèche river at your own pace and enjoy the landscapes that slowly pass before your eyes. You will cross some rapids, including the famous Charlemagne, which will make this descent a little more exciting. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to pass under the famous Pont d'Arc! You can of course also stop on the way for a swim or a picnic. Also, note that dogs are welcome on board!

- Arrival:
Once you arrive at the arrival pier at 3 pm at the latest, the bus will be there to pick you up and take you back to the base where your vehicle is waiting for you.

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Tour facts
- River: Ardèche river
- Description: A mythical river that winds its way through the famous Ardèche Gorges. You will paddle past landscapes of great beauty, cross tumultuous rapids and pass under the famous Pont d'Arc, a must-see geological attraction of the region!
- Route: from Vallon pier to Châmes pier
- Distance: 6 km
- Total duration: 6 hrs
- Time on the river: You will paddle for 1 to 1.5 h and you can keep the canoe until 3 pm

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Included services
- High-quality canoe (up to 3 seats)
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base
- Return shuttle schedule: 3 pm
- Waterproof canister
- Dogs allowed on board

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Bring along
- Swimwear
- Second pair of trainers (which may get wet)
- Towel
- Glasses strap
- Picnic
- 1.5 L of water
- Sunscreen

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Requirements
- Minimum age: 7 years old (children from 7 to 12 years old can take the central place of the canoe)
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
- Maximum weight: 300 kg per canoe