On the festival room parking lot (12A Boulevard Frédéric Mistral, 04120 Castellane)
Details
This canyoning course is a real jewel, as anyone can enjoy its wonderful sights just a few minutes outside Castellane and the Verdon river! Perfect for children from 5 to 9 years old with their parents, only two canyoning bases in the region offer this canyon, allowing you to have peace and quiet in a very popular area! You will enjoy a half day among gorges carved by water for millennia, which have dug beautiful pools and natural slides. With its very easy access, the Rayaup canyon is the favourite canyon for families with young children: if your children are already 8 years old or older, choose the Haut Jabron canyon instead, which will be more suitable for their age.
Tour programme- Preparation:
We welcome you at the booked time to prepare you for this fun adventure. After getting to know each other and gearing up, we will take you by shuttle to the parking lot of the canyon on the other side of the Verdon river, 5min away.
- Tour:
From then on, we will start our very short 5-minute approach walk, and during 1.5hrs, go down natural slides, make small (optional) jumps in the water, and abseil down rocks.
- Arrival:
After finishing the Rayaup canyon in complete safety, a 5-minute return walk will bring us to our shuttle. This is the chance to talk about the best moments of the tour with your group!
Tour facts
- Canyon: Rayaup (Difficulty level: easy)
- Description: Very close to Verdon river and Castellane, this canyon allows you to discover the most popular rafting and canyoning area in the South-East of France.
- Distance: 1,400m
- Total duration: 2.5hrs
- Time in the canyon: 1.5h
- Abseiling height: 3m
- Jump height: less than 1 meter
- Slide: from 1 to 3 meters
Included Services
- Complete high quality canyoning equipment (incl. helmet, wetsuit, neoprene socks)
- High class harness and rope material
- Certified canyoning guide
- Transfer to the point of entry and back to the base
Bring along
- Swimwear (to be put on before the activity)
- Pair of lace-up shoes (not water shoes) as well as a second pair of shoes to wear after the activity
- Towel
- Glasses strap
Requirements
- For kids from 5 to 9 (if your kids are all 10 years old or older, we recommend choosing the Haut Jabron canyon instead)
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
Excellent guided tour for children! An interesting discovery tour into the local wildlife.
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Alison · FamilyBelgium · July 2026
Great first experience. We had never done it before and we are very satisfied.
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marie-Julie · FamilyBelgium · July 2026
Fantastic experience! The instructor was passionate and incredibly friendly, and the team was lovely! Everything was clear and professional! Our 6-year-old daughter loved it and learned lots of little things about nature and canyons 😉
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Will this be too challenging if my group has never done it before?
No, this tour is specifically designed for beginners and families with young children. The course is rated as easy, and reviews confirm that it is very beginner-friendly.
Do I need to know how to swim, and is it safe for children?
Yes, the ability to swim is a requirement for this activity. The tour is specifically designed to be safe and enjoyable for children from 5 to 9 years old.
Do I need to know how to climb, and is it safe for children?
You do not need to know how to climb. The tour includes a small, guided abseil of 3 meters but no climbing. It is designed to be safe and fun for children from 5 years old.
What is the minimum age for this activity?
This tour is suitable for children from 5 to 9 years old. For children aged 10 and over, the provider recommends the Haut Jabron canyon tour instead.
What should I bring with me?
You should bring swimwear to wear under the wetsuit, a pair of lace-up shoes (not water shoes) for the activity, a second pair of shoes for after, a towel, and a strap for your glasses if you wear them.
Is equipment provided?
Yes, all necessary equipment is included. You will be provided with a complete canyoning kit, including a helmet, wetsuit, neoprene socks, harness, and ropes.
How long does the tour last?
The total duration of the experience is 2.5 hours, which includes preparation, shuttle transport, and the tour itself. You will spend approximately 1.5 hours inside the canyon.
Are there any jumps or slides?
Yes, the tour features natural water slides from 1 to 3 meters long and small, optional jumps of less than 1 meter.
Will the canyon be crowded?
No, this canyon is offered by only two providers in the region. This allows you to enjoy the activity in a quiet setting, even though it's in a very popular area.
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