36km Kayak & Canoe Hire in Ardèche - 1 day - Full Descent

This descent is by far the biggest and most athletic in Ardèche: perfect for the people searching for new challenges! This 36 km canoe descent will make you discover all the wonders of the Ardèche Gorges, including the famous Pont d'Arc and its nature reserve. With its numerous rapids and waterslides to cross, this canoeing trip will be full of surprises. Share unforgettable moments with your family or friends. Are you ready to take up the challenge?

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Tour programme
- Preparation:
The meeting point is directly 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:
Start from Les Mazes and enjoy, from your departure, a magnificent setting! You will then cross some slides and pass under the Pont d'Arc. Once crossed, enjoy the wild setting and tranquillity that the Ardèche Gorges offer you. The descent is also punctuated by several rapids, including the famous Charlemagne, which will make your experience even more fun!
- Return:
Once you reach the end of the descent, a shuttle (last departure: 5 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 Mazes pier to Sauze pier
- Distance: 36 km
- Total duration: minimum 9 hrs
- Time on the river: you will paddle for 8 hrs and you can keep the canoe until 5 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: 5 pm
- Photos to be requested on site
- Waterproof container
- Free car park
- 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

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