30km Kayak & Canoe Hire in Ardèche - Sports Tour

30 km, 11 rapids and a passage under the famous Pont d'Arc - this is what awaits you for what is undoubtedly the most physical canoe descent of the Ardèche Gorges river: but don't worry, it is accessible to all those ready to provide a little elbow grease to reach the finish point. Together with friends or family, you can paddle at your own pace and stop for a swim and a picnic in the midst of the gorge's magnificent landscapes. We await you in Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche for a day that will remain engraved in your memory!

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Tour programme

- Preparation:
We advise you to arrive at our base at least 15 min before the time indicated on your booking. 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 travel by bus to the departure pier.

- Tour:
Once at the starting point, your equipment will be provided (life jacket, waterproof canister, canoe and paddle) and you'll be given a short introduction on its use. When 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 a dozen rapids, including the famous Charlemagne, which will make this descent a little more exciting and of course you will have the opportunity to pass under the famous Pont d'Arc! You can of course also stop along the way for a swim or a picnic.

- Arrival:
Once you reach the arrival pier at 5 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. A perfect end to a great day!

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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 Sauze pier
- Distance: 30 km
- Total duration: up to 8 hrs
- Time on the river: 6 to 7 hrs

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Included services
- High-quality canoe (up to 3 seats)
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base
- Last shuttle: 5 pm
- Waterproof canister
- Dogs are not allowed in the nature reserve

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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 middle seat of the canoe)
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
- Maximum weight: 300 kg per canoe