Gorges de l’Ardèche 1 24 km1 day
Discovery of the Gorges de l’Ardèche through the nature reserve.
- La réserve naturelle des Gorges de l’Ardèche
- Le rocher de la Cathédrale
- Le Cirque de la Madeleine
- Nombreux rapides
Embark on a 24-km canoe/kayak adventure in the heart of the Ardèche Gorges Nature Reserve. A more challenging route, punctuated by numerous rapids, for a total immersion in a wild and magnificent setting. Take the time to savor the descent, enjoy picnic and swimming breaks in unspoiled areas. An unforgettable day for nature and thrill-seekers.
Duration of the descent
- 4h30 / 5h00 of paddling depending on the water level and your experience. The earlier you start, the more time you will have to make stops, pick nick, swim, discover…
Course
- From Châmes to Sauze
Highlights of the descent
- Passage of the nature reserve of the Gorges de l’Ardèche, the Cathédrale rock, the Cirque de la Madeleine, numerous rapids.
Departure point and times
- A bus will bring you to the starting point, meet 30 minutes before to prepare.
Departure times of the bus |
Base N° 1 Vallon Pont d’Arc |
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7.30am – 9.30am | 8.30am – 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
Return times | After your descent, a shuttle will take you back to the starting point. Arrival in Sauze: between 3.30pm and 5pm (depending on the season, more details will be available on site before your departure). |
Please note
- Departure Base N° 1 : Meet 30 minutes before to get ready.
- Return times are approximate and depend on the arrival of our customers, traffic conditions and any unforeseen situations. On busy days, extra waiting time should be expected.
The rates
Gorges de l’Ardèche 11 day – 24 km | |||
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Internet | Off season | High season | |
1 to 9 adults | 38 € | 40 € | 42 € |
10 to 19 adults | 35 € | 37 € | 40 € |
+ 20 adults | 32 € | 35 € | 38 € |
Children from 7 to 12 years old 2nd place |
25 € | 25 € | 25 € |
Children from 7 to 12 years old 3rd place |
25 € | 25 € | 25 € |
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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.
Gorges de l’Ardèche 1

