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On the program: Swimming, floating downstream and jumps for the more adventurous !
On the program: Swimming, floating downstream and jumps for the more adventurous!
The Verdon’s river flow is regulated by the EDF hydroelectric dams at Castillon and Chaudanne.
When they are closed, the Verdon flows less than 3m3/s, which enables us to swim in the Grand Canyon. (In July and August, this activity can be enjoyed every day, except on Tuesdays and Fridays).
Aqua-trekking involves you travelling downstream by mainly floating on your back (feet forward). This means that you can drift down in the waves without damaging the riverbed and without missing any of the wonderful scenery that the Verdon Grand Canyon has to offer.
Our guides will also teach you about the Verdon valley, its history and ecosystem.
We offer 3 legendary trips: the half-day ‘Couloir Samson’,the full-day ‘Imbut’ trip, which is decidedly the most beautiful and more physically and finally, the "Samson Trescaire", always full day but much more accessible than the Imbut.
Our aqua-trekking courses
Aqua trekking - Couloir Samson
The AQUA TREKKING is the best way to explore the Grand Canyon. Aqua-trekking is the activity that you would not have necessarily thought a ...
Aqua trekking - Tusset
The Tusset aqua trekking is the dreamed activity for a first approach of outdoor sports. The ultimate family trip ! Acessible for the youn ...
Aqua trekking - Samson Trescaire
The full-day ‘SAMSON/TRESCAIRE’ AQUA-TREKKING trip Enjoy the fun and beauty of a full day trip. Aqua-trekking is the activity you would ...
Aqua trekking - L'Imbut
Prepare yourself for a once in a lifetime experience in a unique and altogether magical environment. Attention this route is currently clo ...
Comparative - aqua trekking in the Verdon canyon
| Know how to swim | Difficulty | Time in water | Minimum age | Required jump | weight | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua trekking - Samson Trescaire | 25m + immersion | easy to sportive | 3H30 | 12 years | NO | 70€ | |
| Aqua trekking - Couloir Samson | 25m + immersion | Easy to sportive | 1h30 | 10 years ( 135cm) | No | 50€ | |
| Aqua trekking - L'Imbut | Essential !!! | Sportive | 4h00 but 7h of activity in total | 13 years | Non | Very good physical condition | 80€ |
| Aqua trekking - Tusset | 25m + immersion | initiation | 7 years (1m25 minimum) | No | 50€ |
Location - aqua trekking in the Verdon canyon
You can use the map below to calculate your route. Do not forget to increase Google's estimated time by about 20%, which corresponds to the lost time on our small mountain roads.
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