Canoeing - Aigue Vive

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  • Equipment hire
  • Rental of small watercraft
Elevation : 89m
Aigue Vive, 238 route des Gorges, 07150 Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Half-day and full-day runs of 5, 8, 13, 24 and 32km. Introductory, family or sport runs. 2-day bivouac formula. Free or accompanied descent. Parking, shower, motorcycle garage. This base is managed by a state-qualified BE instructor.
Canoeing or kayaking down the Gorges de l'Ardèche is still a dream for you... The Aigue Vive team, with its 35 years of experience, will help you make it come true, and show you that the reality will far exceed your expectations. To ensure you have an unforgettable day in the heart of the Gorges de l'Ardèche, the Aigue Vive team offers you a warm welcome and quality service. We are committed to your well-being and safety. Whether you're an initiate or a beginner, a keen racer or a keen river walker, Aigue Vive offers you the chance to try out the many pleasures the Ardèche has to offer, on your own, as a couple, with family or friends.

In all cases, you can descend the Ardèche Gorges in 1 day (24 or 32km), two days (3* camping or bivouac formula), or test yourself on the 8 or 13 km mini-descents, which you will complete in around two hours.

- Sanitary facilities and hot showers available at reception.
- Our receptionists speak English, French, German, Dutch and Italian.
- We have an enclosed garage for motorcycles during your canoe trip down the Ardèche.
- Organization of integration weekends (Polytech Grenoble) and mini-raids (defimmo 2008).
- Payment by cheque, ANCV vacation vouchers, cash or online booking.
- Private parking lots and beaches.
- Cold drinks dispenser at reception.
- All our canoes are unsinkable and self-draining. We explain the descent plan with the different rapids and offer an introduction to basic canoeing technique to everyone who sets out on the Ardèche.
- Our canoes, life jackets, paddles, helmets and watertight canisters comply with CE standards.
- Our base is registered with the Direction Départementale de la Jeunesse et Sport as an APS establishment.
  • Services for children
    In the early morning or at the end of the day, in a calm setting, you can opt for a canoe trip on the Ardèche, supervised by an instructor.
    A children's specialist, the instructor organizes a variety of activities on the river to help you discover the Ardèche.

Services

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Via cordata
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Via ferrata

Accessibility

Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
Site, building totally accessible
Facilities adapted for people with mobility impairment
Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities

Payment methods

CheckCheck
CashCash
Bank/credit cardBank/credit card
Travellers ChequeTravellers Cheque

Groups (Max capacity)

Groups (Max capacity)
  • 600 Maximum number of people

Openings

From 4 April 2026 until 27 September 2026

From 4 April 2026 until 27 September 2026
Monday
07:30 - 21:00

Tuesday
07:30 - 21:00

Wednesday
07:30 - 21:00

Thursday
07:30 - 21:00

Friday
07:30 - 21:00

Saturday
07:30 - 21:00

Sunday
07:30 - 21:00

Location

Canoeing - Aigue Vive
Elevation : 89m
Aigue Vive, 238 route des Gorges, 07150 Vallon-Pont-d'Arc

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • German
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Riverside
  • Waterside
  • In the country
  • Pier within 500 m
  • Village centre
  • Close to a public transportation
Updated on 05 December 2025 at 15:28
by Gorges de l'Ardèche - Pont d'Arc
(Offer identifier : 127105)
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