24km Kayak & Canoe Hire in Ardèche - Heart of the Canyon

This river section is ideal for adventurers and nature lovers. Paddling 24 km down the river will require a some physical exertion due to its length. You start from Vallon Pont d'Arc entering directly into the nature reserve. Explore the Gorge de l'Ardèche, one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe. In this preserved and protected area, you will experience exceptional fauna and flora - and if you are lucky, you may be able to see the majestic Bonelli Eagle! Alone, among family or friends, you will descend this section at your own pace coming across other canoe enthusiasts on the way.

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Tour programme
- Preparation:
We meet at our base in Vallon Pont d'Arc at the time indicated on your booking confirmation.
- Tour:
You pick up your equipment and after the briefing, you leave directly from the beach to our base. From there, you embark for a beautiful descent of 24 km, which will take you to the bottom of the canyon.
- Arrival:
For the return, we come to pick you up at the point of arrival (Sauze beach), and bring you back to our base (between 4 pm to 5 pm).

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Tour facts
- River: Gorges de l'Ardèche from Vallon Pont d'Arc
- Description: beautiful route all the way in the Gorges de l'Ardèche, in the nature reserve
- Route: departure from our base, arrival further inside the canyon (plage de Sauze)
- Distance: 24 km
- Total duration: full day (8-9 hrs)
- Time on the river: you will paddle during 4.5 hrs and spend in total 6 to 8 hrs on the river
- Number of people per canoe: up to 3 (2 adults and 1 child from 7 to 11)

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Included services
- Canoe, paddles, life jacket (spring/fall: neoprene suit)
- Waterproof container for your belongings during the descent
- Transfer to the starting point and back to the base
- Parking space
- Hot showers
- Dogs are not allowed in the nature reserve

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Bring along
- Swimsuit
- Sun blocker
- Second pair of shoes (which can get wet)
- Towel
- Snacks (cereal bar, water bottle)
- Glasses lace

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Requirements
- Minimum age: 7
- Swimming ability
- Physical health