32km Kayak & Canoe Hire in Ardèche - 2 days with bivouac
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Activity
Kayaking & Canoeing
Note
No experience required
Minimum age
7 years
Languages
German, English, French
Included
Transfer
Difficulty
Difficult
Meeting place
Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
At our base "Location de canoë Aigue-vive" (238 route des gorges, 07150 Vallon-Pont-d'Arc)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
Enjoy a stay in the heart of nature, with our 32 km canoeing trip in Ardèche. All nature lovers and adventurers will be enchanted by this two-day tour, which offers you the possibility to sleep in a bivouac and spend a memorable evening in the heart of the Ardèche Gorges. Thanks to these two days, you will be able to paddle quietly, and thus, take the time to admire the fauna and the flora: with a little luck, you may see wild goats or the majestic Bonelli's eagle.
Tour programme- Preparation:
We meet at our base in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc at the time indicated on your booking confirmation. There you will collect your equipment and after an initiation and safety briefing, you will set off directly from the beach at our base.
- Tour:
On board your canoe, you will be able to paddle quietly, enjoying a magnificent view of the wild landscapes of the Ardèche Gorges. Along the way, you will pass many rapids and the famous Pont d'Arc. You can also take advantage of the river's beaches for a swim or a picnic stop. In the evening, you can stop at one of the two authorised bivouacs (Gaud bivouac or Gournier bivouac).
- Return:
The next day, our buses will wait for you at Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche for the return, with continuous departures from 4 pm to 5 pm.
Tour facts
- River: Ardèche
- Description: considered as one of the most natural wonders of France, the Gorges de l'Ardèche shelter a wild and abundant fauna and flora
- Route: from our base in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc to Saint Martin d'Ardèche
- Distance: 32 km
- Total duration: 2 days
- Time on the river: you will paddle during 2.5 to 3 hrs per day
- Number of people per canoe: up to 2
- Dogs are not allowed on board
Included services
- High-quality canoe or kayak, paddles, life jacket
- Shuttle: transfer to the starting point and back to the base
- Last shuttle: 5 pm the next day
- Waterproof container
- Parking space
- Hot showers
Not included
- Overnight stay at the bivouac (2 sites along the gorges) to be booked separately: from €5 per child (- 10 y.) and €8 per adult
- Possibility to rent a tent for 3 people for an additional cost of €15
- All the necessary information will be provided in the booking confirmation
Bring along
- Swimwear
- Second pair of trainers (which may get wet)
- Towel
- Glasses lace
- Camping gear (including tent, sleeping bag, food and flashlight)
- Picnic
Requirements
- Minimum age: 7 years old
- Physical health
- Swimming ability
Fantastic experience, the place is really magical and 32 km in two days is not too hard. Highly recommended!
Translated from Italian
Offers by Aigue Vive Ardèche1 Review7 Offers
How big is the group, and is transport to/from the starting point provided?
A shuttle service is provided from the arrival point at Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche back to the base. The shuttles run continuously from 4 pm to 5 pm.
Where can I store my valuables during the tour?
You will be given a waterproof container to store your personal belongings during the tour.
Will I be in the same boat as my friends, and how do I book a kayak for two?
The canoes can accommodate up to two people. To be in the same boat, you can simply book for two.
What are the requirements to participate in the tour?
For this tour, the minimum age is 7 years. Participants also need to be in good physical health and know how to swim.
Is the overnight stay at the bivouac site included?
No, the overnight stay at the bivouac is not included in the price and must be booked separately. It is also possible to rent a 3-person tent for an additional cost of €15.
What should I bring for the 2-day tour?
You should bring your complete camping equipment, including a tent, sleeping bag, and flashlight, as well as food for your picnic. Also, don't forget swimwear, a second pair of trainers, a towel, and a glasses lace.
Can I bring my dog with me?
No, dogs are not allowed on board the canoes for this activity.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts directly from the beach at the base in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc. The arrival point is in Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche, from where a shuttle will take you back to the base.
Can we stop for a swim or a picnic?
Yes, along the 32km route, you can stop at the river's beaches for a swim or a picnic break whenever you like.
What is included in the price?
The price includes the high-quality canoe or kayak, paddles, a life jacket, a waterproof container, a parking space, access to hot showers, and the shuttle service back to the base.
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Italy · July 2025
