A day full of discovery and visits awaits you with this 25-km canoe tour along the Dordogne river. It is the perfect opportunity to admire the natural and historical wonders of the Périgord, along its famous river. Between limestone cliffs, villages of character and impressive castles on their rocky promontories, you will not cease to be amazed. Emblematic names such as La Roque-Gageac, Marqueyssac or Beynac will punctuate your descent and invite you to discover the cultural and gastronomic heritage of the region.
Tour programme- Preparation:We meet at
our base in Domme at 9:30 am. There, you will be welcomed by our team who will brief you on the descent, safety instructions and equipment. Then you will board our shuttle that will take you to the starting point of the descent in Carsac, a few kilometres away.
- Tour:Alone in your kayak or with up to 3 people in your canoe, let the adventure begin! You have all the time you need to complete and enjoy the 25-km descent, with its highlights along the way. You even have the option of stopping along the river for a swim, a walk or a picnic. Several possibilities of visits await you along the route, from the charming villages of La Roque-Gageac or Castelnaud, the gardens of Marqueyssac and Fayrac to Beynac and its castle, the arrival point. Without breaks, the descent takes about 4.5 hrs.
- Return:From Beynac, our shuttle leaves every hour until 6 pm (last departure) to bring you back to our base in Domme.
Tour facts- River: Dordogne (Difficulty level: moderate)
- Description: several itineraries along the Dordogne river will take you to discover its bucolic landscapes, its villages of character and its memorable castles.
- Route: from Carsac to Beynac
- Distance: 25 km
- Total duration: 4.5 hrs minimum
- Time on the river: you will paddle during 4 hrs and you can keep the canoe until 6 pm.
- Number of people per canoe: up to 4 (2 adults and 2 children from 5 to 12)
Included Services- Canoe or kayak, paddles, life jacket
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base
- Car park at the base
- Waterproof container (extra charge of €2, on site)
- Dogs allowed on board
Bring along- Swimwear
- Solid footwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle, snacks, picnic if desired
Requirements- Minimum age: 5 years old
- Minimum age to participate alone: 12 years old
- Physical health
- Swimming ability