River Trekking in the Verdon at Couloir Samson

If swimming in the heart of the Verdon river and jumping into its emerald waters make your eyes sparkle, turn that dream into reality with this river trekking tour in Couloir Samson! You will have the opportunity to explore the Grand Canyon du Verdon, a portion not accessible by boat or rafting. In the middle of impressive landscapes, surrounded by steep cliffs, kids from 10 years and adults will swim, jump and float in the river for maximum fun. You will be supervised by a state-qualified instructor, to enjoy your outing in complete safety. So don't wait any longer and join us for an unforgettable half-day in the heart of one of the most beautiful natural sites in France!

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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 canyon. A short 10-minute walk will take you to the start of the tour.
- Tour:
The fun can begin! River trekking is the young sibling of canyoning and does not involve abseiling. You can jump from rocks and swim along the river. But no jumps are compulsory, it's up to you! Whether you want to do a more adventurous tour or just let yourself be carried along by the current, the scenery on this wild section of the Verdon Gorges will take your breath away.
- Return:
After 1.5 hours, you will reach the end of the tour at Trescaïre. A 20-minute walk will be necessary to reach the shuttle. We will then take you back to the base, where you will collect your belongings and your vehicle.

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Tour facts
- Canyon: Verdon (Difficulty level: moderate)
- Description: With their high cliffs and turquoise waters, the Gorges du Verdon in the southeast of France are a real paradise for river trekking and certainly one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe.
- Total duration: 4 hrs
- Time in the canyon: 2 h
- Jump height: up to 7 m (optional)

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Included services
- Complete high-quality canyoning equipment (incl. helmet, wetsuit, neoprene socks)
- Certified canyoning guide
- Transfer to the point of entry 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: 12 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