The best locations for rafting and canyoning near Villar-d'Arêne are Serre-Chevalier - Chantemerle, Embrun and Angon. In the area of Villar-d'Arêne you can find even more rafting and canyoning locations. Serre-Chevalier - Chantemerle is the closest rafting and canyoning location and is 29 km away from Villar-d'Arêne. You can reach it in about 34 min by car.
"Top monitor, lots of sensations, a great experience"Célia, September 30, 2023
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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
"We had a 10yr old and an 8yr old and it was just brilliant fun for everyone! Slides, absailing and jumping - great challenges! Alex was brilliant, made it fun and felt safe all the time. Highly recommend! "Danielle, August 14, 2024
Close to Lake Annecy, you have an amazing opportunity to try out canyoning with your friends and family. The canyon of Angon offers a lot of small jumps and slides that will provide you with a lot of laughter and fun, making it perfect for kids from the age of 8. The three waterfalls which you have
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
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.
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