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A family has a break next to the Vézère river by canoe during the 12km family trip with Canoë Family.
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Canoë Family Vézère

12km Kayak & Canoe Hire on the Vézère for Families

4.7
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Activity
Kayaking & Canoeing
Note
Experience required
Minimum age
5 years
Languages
English, French
Difficulty
Easy
Meeting place
Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère

At our base (Canoë Family, 24290 Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère)

FREE cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity

Details

The Vézère is an ideal river for a family outing by canoe or kayak, with surprises along the way. This 12-km descent invites you to discover the historical and natural heritage of the Périgord Noir and offers you moments of wonder and relaxation in the middle of nature and at your own pace. Don't forget to bring your picnic and especially your swimming costume for a refreshing break!
Tour programme - Preparation: We meet from our base in Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère 15 minutes before the booked time. There you will be welcomed by our team who will brief you on the descent, safety instructions and equipment. Then our shuttle bus will take you to Montignac for your departure. - Tour: At your own pace, in your kayak or in a group in your canoe, discover this 12 km course, with its natural and historical landscapes all along. You will start the circuit at Montignac, famous for its Lascaux caves, then you will be able to admire historical sites all along the route and all magnificent landscapes from the river. And finally, you will end your tour in one of the most beautiful villages in France. - Return: You arrive directly at our base in Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère until 6 pm.
Tour facts - River: Vézère (Difficulty level: easy) - Description: several itineraries along the Vézère river will take you to discover its bucolic landscapes, its villages of character and its impressive medieval castles. - Route: From Montignac to Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère - Distance: 12 km - Total duration: 4 hrs - Time on the river: 3 hrs (No specific duration of the activity, feel free to take your time) - Number of people per canoe: from 2 to 5
Included services - Canoe or kayak, paddles, life jacket - Car park at the base - Waterproof container - Dogs allowed on board
Bring along - Swimwear - Solid footwear - Towel - Sunscreen - Water bottle, snacks, picnic if desired
Requirements - Minimum age: 5 - Physical health - Swimming ability

Reviews

4.7

3 reviews

Rachel · CoupleFRFrance · August 2024
All very well with this shuttle taxi system. We are very tired this evening, hard to paddle for all these 12kms, sore arms in short, we had a great time, with these magnificent Dordogne pictures all along the route.
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Caroline · FamilyFRFrance · September 2022
magnificent landscapes, tranquility, ease
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Béatrice · FamilyFRFrance · August 2022
Very well
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