Pack Eau Vive 17 + 24 km2 jours
Combine the descents of 7 km and 24 km, to do the 31 km in 2 times with our Pack Eau Vive 1 !
- Le rapide Charlemagne
- Site classé du Pont d'Arc
- La réserve naturelle des Gorges de l’Ardèche
- Le rocher de la Cathédrale
- Le Cirque de la Madeleine
- Nombreux rapides
Choose the Pack Eau Vive 1: 2 days of canoeing/kayaking on the Ardèche, covering 31 km in total (7 km + 24 km), without overnight camping. The first day takes you under the famous Pont d’Arc and several rapids, including the Charlemagne. In the evening, enjoy a comfortable night in the accommodation of your choice. On the second day, explore the Ardèche Gorges nature reserve over 24 km, with swimming and picnic breaks. A sporty and accessible adventure to take your time and fully enjoy every moment.
Duration of the descent
- 1h00 / 1h30 of paddling depending on the water level and your experience. You choose your return time before starting.
Course
- From Vallon Pont d’Arc to Châmes (7 km) and from Châmes to Sauze (24 km)
Highlights of the descent
- Passage of Le Charlemagne, the Pont d’Arc, the nature reserve of the Gorges de l’Ardèche, the Cathédrale rock, the Cirque de la Madeleine, numerous rapids.
Starting point
Mini Descent
Departure times non stop |
Base N° 1 Vallon Pont d’Arc |
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7.30am – 4pm | 8.30am – 4pm | |
From 05/04 to 30/06 From 01/09 to 30/09 |
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From 01/07 to 31/08 |
Gorges de l’Ardèche 1
Departure times of the bus |
Base N° 1 Vallon Pont d’Arc |
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7.30am, 8am, 8.30am, 9am and 9.30am | 8.30am, 9am and 9.30am | |
From 05/04 to 30/06 From 01/09 to 30/09 |
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From 01/07 to 31/08 |
A bus will take you to the starting point.
The return
- After your descent, a bus will bring you back to the starting point.
- Return times subject to availability, to be defined before starting.
Return times | Base N° 1 Mini Descent |
Base N° 1 Les Gorges de l’Ardèche 1 |
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11.30am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm and 6pm | 9.30am, 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm and 6pm | From 3.30pm to 5pm | |
From 05/04 to 30/06 From 01/09 to 30/09 |
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From 01/07 to 31/08 | |||
Depending on the season |
Please note
- Return times are indicative and depend on the arrival of our customers, traffic on the road and any unforeseen situations. On busy days, extra waiting time should be expected.
The rates
Pack Eau Vive 12 days – 7 + 24 km | |||
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Internet | Off season | High season | |
1 to 9 adults | 64 € | 66 € | 68 € |
10 to 19 adults | 61 € | 63 € | 65 € |
+ 20 adults | 58 € | 59 € | 62 € |
Children from 7 to 12 years old 2nd place |
44 € | 44 € | 44 € |
Children from 7 to 12 years old 3rd place |
44 € | 44 € | 44 € |
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Please remind to take on your descent
Water, pick nick, sun cream (organic), shoes attached to the feet (sandals, water shoes, sport shoes…), strings for sun glasses, plastic bag to put your belongings in. Click here for more practical information.
Our barrels are watertight, nevertheless, we can not garantee the watertightness because this depends on how the barrel is closed by its user.
For your questions, please check our FAQ page.
The Pack Eau Vive 1

