The best locations for rafting and canyoning near Sauze D'oulx are Serre-Chevalier - Chantemerle, Val-Cenis and Embrun. In the area of Sauze D'oulx you can find even more rafting and canyoning locations. Serre-Chevalier - Chantemerle is the closest rafting and canyoning location and is 41 km away from Sauze D'oulx. You can reach it in about 58 min by car.
"Great rafting, the setting and the sensations are great and the supervision too! Thanks to Tom Tom for this morning full of emotions ☺️ the team of pirates of the south 👍"Olivia, August 1, 2025
"Wonderful experience, I had already had a similar experience in Italy but nothing compared to this one! Much longer and more enterprising, with many adventurous passages, a friendly and engaging guide will accompany you."Valentina, July 31, 2024
"We really enjoyed it, and the guides made it a party.
Don't tell them it's your birthday, or you'll go overboard👍👍👍"Hans, August 21, 2025
From 38€
Rafting on the Durance River in Embrun - CocktailEnjoy a full day on the water with different activities: we do a rafting tour in the morning, and in the afternoon you will have the chance to experiment other exciting types of boats, like hotdog (canoe), airboat (kayak) or hydrospeed crafts! Ready for an unforgettable adventure? Tour programme - Preparation: The Embrun base will be the start of your adventure. Come 15 min in advance and you will be ready in your wetsuit, helmet and lift vest to start your journey. - Tour: Our state-certified guide will then drive you to the starting point in St-Clément-sur-Durance and inform you on how to behave in the water. In the morning, you will experience a 17 km section towards Embrun, going over the famous Rabioux wave (class IV), which will be the highlight of the trip. Don't worry, you can't miss it! After a well-deserved lunch, you will spend the afternoon discovering the river with a craft of your choosing, such as the two-seater airboat, the single-seater hotdog or the fully immersive Hhydrospeed (see pictures). One thing is for sure, you will get your fill of water sports! - Return: At the end of the day, you will have tried most of what white water can offer and will be driven back to the base in Embrun. You can even make the most of the evening by getting an optional BBQ. Tour facts - River: Durance (Difficulty level: Class II/III) - Distance: 17 km - Total duration: 8 hrs - Time on river: 4 hrs Included services - Transfer to starting point / back to the base - Certified rafting guide - High-quality raft - Complete high-quality whitewater equipment: neoprene wetsuit, neoprene slippers, helmet, life vest - Pictures/Videos - Free parking available Bring along - Sport shoes - Swimwear - Towel - Food for lunch Requirements - Minimum age: 12 years old - Physical health - Swimming ability
"An incredible moment, magnificent scenery, and a brilliant guide.
Thank you, Rico, for your good humor and this fabulous family experience.
As a bonus, lots of great photos!
We'll definitely be back :-)"
"It's a good introduction for beginners. Safe and with good guides. This specific centre has a good area with tables and showers next to the river where you can chill out. It also has a bridge over the river so if anyone wants to take photos of you rafting there is a nice spot."
Rafting is the perfect get-together to refresh body and soul between friends and family. This beautiful excursion on the high part of the Guisane will transport you through the authentic villages of the Serre-Chevalier valley. Between sensations and relaxation, this rafting trip is a promise of
If you are looking for a family adventure in a natural environment, our classic rafting tour on the Durance River is the perfect choice. You will be between 4 and 9 participants on your raft, supervised by a state-certified instructor who will ensure your safety while helping you find the right
If you are looking for an invigorating activity with strong sensations, this rafting tour is for you! Between Chantemerle and Briançon, the sporty ones and daredevils will be delighted by this descent in a superb landscape which goes down the lower part of the Guisane, famous in the world of