Classic Rafting on the Verdon River in Castellane

Fancy an adventurous rafting trip that promises a good deal of adrenaline? This 14km rafting tour on the Verdon river is the classic route to enjoy the largest canyon in Europe and its wonders! This tour is ideal for discovering the activity and can be done from 14 years old. It will offer you some great rafting moments, with its rapids and impressive views. Exploring the Verdon gorges from its emerald waters is a must for any holiday in the region, so don't wait any longer, it's also the most popular activity around Castellane!

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Tour programme
- Preparation:
We meet at our base in Castellane at the time booked. There is a private car park and changing rooms on site Your guide will brief you on safety and the use of your equipment, before taking our shuttle to reach the starting point of the tour. Then it's time to hit the water!
- Tour:
The rafting tour starts with a breathtaking view of the Castellane ramparts, the Roc and its chapel perched 200m high. Then the fun can begin! You will alternate between rapids and calmer parts of the river, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy the spectacular scenery while soaking up the thrill. Among the famous rapids you will cross, the Clue de Chasteuil and the Barre Saint-Jean promise plenty of splashing. You'll even have the option of swimming in the rapids and jumping from the rocks, depending on your mood. Throughout the tour, the guide ensures your safety from the raft, while providing you with information about the area.
- Return:
After 2.5hrs, you will reach the end of the tour at Pont de Soleils. The shuttle will be waiting to take you back to the base, where you will collect your belongings and your vehicle.

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Tour facts
- River: Verdon
- Description: The Verdon gorges are one of the most popular places for rafting in France. With the impressive limestone cliffs and turquoise waters, it is a treat for the eyes as well as for the thrill!
- Route: from Castellane to Pont de Soleil (Difficulty level: Class IV)
- Distance: 14km
- Total duration: 3.5hrs
- Time on the river: 2.5hrs
- Participants per boat: 8

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Included Services
- High-quality raft
- Rafting gear (wetsuit, neoprene jacket, socks, life jacket, helmet)
- Certified rafting guide
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base

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Bring along
- Swimwear
- A second pair of closed shoes (better if trekking shoes) to use during the activity (they will get wet)
- Towel
- Glasses strap
- A bottle of water

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Requirements
- Minimum age: 14 years old
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
- Note that for this activity, at least half of the participants need to understand french or english to fully understand the safety measures needed