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Rafting & Canyoning near Barcelonnette
The best locations for rafting and canyoning near Barcelonnette are Méolans-Revel, Embrun and Castellane. In the area of Barcelonnette you can find even more rafting and canyoning locations. Méolans-Revel is the closest rafting and canyoning location and is 13 km away from Barcelonnette. You can reach it in about 18 min by car.
Méolans-Revel13 km from Barcelonnette (18 min by car)19Reviews4Rafting & canyoning offersMéolans-Revel: Popular Rafting & Canyoning Tours
Adventurous Rafting on the Ubaye River - Full Tour"A superb team to discover this magnificent place!"Emmanuel · June 2021From 110€
- Embrun55 km from Barcelonnette (58 min by car)96Reviews5Rafting & canyoning offersEmbrun: Popular Rafting & Canyoning ToursCanoe-Rafting on the Durance River in Embrun - Tandem"Amazing, friendly!!!!"Brienne · August 2024From 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 abilityFrom 68€Hydrospeed on the Durance River in Embrun"A family-like admosphere, friendly people, a great experience! We loved it! The additional barbecue was also great. Thumbs up 👍"Freek · August 2025From 40€
- Castellane134 km from Barcelonnette (132 min by car)774Reviews23Rafting & canyoning offersCastellane: Popular Rafting & Canyoning ToursRiver Trekking in Couloir Samson - Grand Canyon"We thought it was a really fun tour. Plenty of variety in terms of jumps and swimming."shelly · July 2026From 60€Classic Rafting on the Verdon River in Castellane"Very friendly and the guide was very helpful and patient"Robert · May 2026From 57€
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River Trekking in the Verdon at Pont de Tusset
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Jean yves
"We had a fantastic time as a family: 4 children/teenagers (8, 12, 16, and 18 years old) and 2 adults. Our guide, Gilles, was incredibly attentive and explained everything clearly! It's definitely something you should do if you're in the area."
River Trekking in Couloir Samson - Grand Canyon
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Kathleen
"It was an incredible experience that allowed us to discover the Verdon Gorge from the best possible perspective. The guide was amazing, and we navigated rapids, narrow passages between rocks, and even went underwater, feeling completely safe the entire time. She also gave us fascinating explanations about the formation of the Samson Corridor. We truly enjoyed every moment of the experience."
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River Trekking in the Verdon at Couloir Samson
132Reviews
Malaury
"We 100% recommend it!
We explored the Verdon Gorge with Tony, and it was a fantastic experience. He was amazing, even reassuring my girlfriend who was a little nervous."
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Trending rafting & canyoning tours near Barcelonnette
River Trekking in the Verdon at Pont de Tusset
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Are you looking to discover the Verdon gorges with your family? Our river trekking tour at Pont de Tusset will delight young and older alike, from 6 years old! This easy river trekking takes place amidst the grandiose scenery of the Grand Canyon du Verdon. From swimming in the rapids to small jumps,From 55€
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Classic Rafting on the Verdon River
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Do you like whitewater sports and want to have fun? This rafting descent on the Verdon river is perfect to enjoy the river and the surrounding nature. You will be between 4 and 8 participants by boat, and accompanied by a certified guide who will ensure your safety but also that you have a goodFrom 60€
Discovery Rafting on the Verdon River in Castellane
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The Verdon gorges are one of the top summer destinations in France. And within the largest canyon in Europe, rafting is definitely the activity to do! Families with young children or those looking for an easy but fun descent will be delighted to do this 7-km rafting tour on the Verdon river.From 55€
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