6km Kayak & Canoe in Ardèche from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc

Discover the Ardèche as never seen before: from your departure in Vallon Pont d'Arc, watch the green landscapes of one of the most beautiful rivers in France flow by and pass under the famous Pont d'Arc. This 6 km canoe trip is ideal for families or groups of friends who wish to discover the Ardèche Gorges at their own pace. Take advantage of the numerous beaches to swim or picnic in a unique setting.

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Tour programme
- Preparation:
The meeting point is directly at our base in Vallon Pont d'Arc, 15 minutes before the departure, not far from the starting point of the circuit, where your equipment will be provided (life jacket, waterproof canoe and paddle). Then, a short initiation on the use of your equipment will be given to you.
- Tour:
Once you have left, go at your own pace and open your eyes to enjoy the landscapes that the de Ardèche Gorges offers you. Some rapids, including the famous Charlemagne, will make your descent more action-packed! Finally, you will also pass under the Pont d'Arc. All along the route, you will find beaches where you can stop to swim or picnic!
- Return:
Once you reach the end of the descent, a shuttle (last departure: 6 pm) is waiting to take you back to the base where your vehicle is waiting for you and where you can debrief your day with your family or friends!

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Tour facts
- River: Ardèche
- Description: The Ardèche is one of the most beautiful rivers in France. Thanks to its rapids and other obstacles, live a unique experience!
- Route: from Vallon pier to Châmes pier
- Distance: 6 km
- Total duration: 2.5 hrs minimum
- Time on the river: you will paddle for 1 to 1.5 h and you can keep the canoe until 6 pm
- Number of people per canoe: up to 3 (2 adults and 1 child from 7 to 12 years old)
- If the activity cannot take place due to a high water level — as regulations are very strict in this regard — you will receive a full refund

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Included services
- High-quality canoe or kayak, paddles, life jacket
- Shuttle: transfer back to the base
- Last shuttle: 6 pm
- Photos to be requested on site
- Waterproof container
- Free car park
- Dogs allowed on board

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Bring along
- Swimwear
- Second pair of trainers (which may get wet)
- Towel
- Glasses strap

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Requirements
- Minimum age: 7 years old
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
- Maximum weight: 300 kg per canoe