The best locations for rafting and canyoning near Saint-Jean-Saint-Nicolas are Embrun, Serre-Chevalier - Chantemerle and Saint-Gervais. In the area of Saint-Jean-Saint-Nicolas you can find even more rafting and canyoning locations. Embrun is the closest rafting and canyoning location and is 52 km away from Saint-Jean-Saint-Nicolas. You can reach it in about 53 min by car.
"Rafting with Gilles:
A great time, a really nice experience!
Beware of still water (when it's deep enough!) 😆"Elsa · July 2025
From 40€
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
"Even though it was for beginners, there is plenty of excitement. We did it with two teenagers aged 13 and 15, and they really enjoyed it too! Plus, the instructor was super fun. We would recommend it to everyone!!
Tip: wear good shoes😊"
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
Open to children from 8 years old on, this canyoning tour is like a chameleon: adaptable to all profiles and to all tastes. Whether you are with your family, are a beginner or if you have more experience but are looking for a fun and flexible course, the Fournel canyon is definitely what you need.
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