Vallon Pont d'Arc: 6 km canoe/kayak descent on the Ardèche River.

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Chamonix



Mini discovery descent of the Ardèche. 6 km along the river and small rapids, passing under the legendary Pont d'Arc. Take time for swimming breaks and picnics.

Highlights

  • Detailed briefing for a safe descent.
  • Private shaded parking and showers upon arrival.
  • Complimentary coffee at departure and complimentary local rosé at drop-off.
  • Dog vests are available for rent.
  • Languages spoken: French, English, German

Description

Meeting point: L'Arche de Noé - 314 route des Gorges - 07150 Vallon Pont d'Arc Free shaded parking when you arrive at our place. Must be 7 years old and know how to swim. What to bring: water, picnic or snacks, hats, closed-toe shoes. Non-stop departures from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Depending on your departure time, we will offer you several drop-off options. You can use the canoes and kayaks for 2 to 4 hours, and the boats we provide are for 2 people, or 3 if one of them is a child aged 7 to 12. Single-seaters are provided for uneven groups. A surcharge of €3/boat may be requested on-site if the entire group wishes to have single-seater boats. The equipment provided includes life jackets and waterproof containers to keep your belongings dry during the trip. Our shuttles will drop you off at the start of the activity in Vallon Pont d'Arc and pick you up at the end after the Pont d'Arc. Our team will explain your descent and the important points during a detailed briefing. In addition, a small coffee, tea, or hot chocolate is offered before your departure, and at drop-off, we offer you a glass of local rosé wine or a syrup, all well chilled!

Includes

Canoeing and kayaking Paddles Vests Waterproof containers Passenger transportation Warm drink on departure Cold drink at drop-off (rosé or syrup)

Excludes

Photo souvenirs Waterproof phone pouches Glasses lanyards Water slippers Drinks, ice cream, meals

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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