The best locations for rafting and canyoning near Gap are Embrun, Serre-Chevalier - Chantemerle and Castellane. In the area of Gap you can find even more rafting and canyoning locations. Embrun is the closest rafting and canyoning location and is 40 km away from Gap. You can reach it in about 43 min by car.
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
"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 2025
"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."Malaury · June 2026
"Thanks to Aloha Verdon for this fantastic rafting experience. Our guide was very professional and friendly. I highly recommend them!"Valerie · July 2026
"Fantastic rafting trip with Théo!
A real discovery for us: magnificent scenery, a top-notch guide. We highly recommend it! (2 adults and 2 teenagers, 12 and 16 years old)"
"The day started with a quick coffee as soon as we arrived. Tony is super friendly and attentive. He explained a lot about the place. We had a really great time. We'll be back as soon as we can. Top-notch. I give it 6/5"
Don't miss this opportunity to discover the Grand Canyon du Verdon! For nature and great outdoors lovers: this river trekking is for you! Fun, aquatic and refreshing, the exploration of the Couloir Samson will not leave you indifferent. This is a wonderful opportunity to discover this area, which
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 good
Fancy an adventurous rafting trip that promises a good deal of adrenaline? This 14km rafting tour on the Verdon river is the classic route to enjoy the largest canyon in Europe and its wonders! This tour is ideal for discovering the activity and can be done from 14 years old. It will offer you some