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Canoeing - Aigue Vive

Shops, Equipment hire, Rental of small watercraft in 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...
    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.
  • Environment
    • In the country
    • Village centre
    • Pier within 500 m
    • Riverside
    • Waterside
    • Close to a public transportation
  • Spoken languages
    • Italian
    • German
    • English
    • French
  • Groups (Max capacity)
    • 600  Maximum number of people
Services
  • 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
  • Activities
    • White-water
    • Climbing sports
    • Water sports
    • Pedestrian sports
    • Kayak
    • Canyoning
    • Mountain Climbing
    • Adventure trail / Accrobranche® (tree top adventure trails)
    • Via cordata
    • Climbing
    • Caving
    • Via ferrata
    • Orientation race
  • Equipment
    • Free car park
    • Coach parking
    • Parking
    • Motorbike/scooter parking
    • Car park
  • Services
    • Pets welcome
    • Canoe hire
Rates
Payment methods
  • Check
  • Bank/credit card
  • Cash
  • Travellers Cheque
Openings
Openings
  • From April 1, 2024 until September 29, 2024
    Open Everyday
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