Tips and Information for the Ardèche descent
Canoeing Tips Ardèche
Requirements for a Canoe Descent!
- Must be at least 7 years old and know how to swim.
- Wearing a life vest.
For Your Peace of Mind!
- Appropriate Clothing: Dress according to the weather, bring a swimsuit, and a change of clothes.
- Proper Footwear: Wear neoprene shoes or sneakers, or plastic sandals. Flip-flops and Crocs are not allowed.
- Food and Beverages: Bring a picnic and drinks.
- Trash and Fragile Items: Bring a plastic bag for trash and fragile items.
- Electronics: Cameras and camcorders are not recommended, but you can bring them in a waterproof container (if properly sealed).
Dogs Welcome! Our canine friends are welcome on our canoe and kayak rentals during your Ardèche descent.
How the activity works
How the canoe descent works
Canoeing Tips for Ardèche
Begin your adventure from our Rivière & Canoës base in Pradons, located 10 km upstream from Vallon Pont d’Arc and the famous Ardèche Gorges. This allows you to escape the summer tourist crowds. We are situated at the village entrance when coming from Ruoms, and thanks to our green canoes and kayaks, our base is easy to spot!
Additionally, take advantage of our private and free parking, exclusively reserved for our customers.
Once you have selected your descent, we provide you with a 55-liter waterproof container for your picnic and personal belongings. Then, we guide you through the route, highlighting various challenges and the finish line with photos to help you visualize all the important details of your Ardèche descent.
Furthermore, we provide flotation aid vests (EN ISO 12402-5 standard), which are disinfected daily and adjusted to your size, along with usage instructions.
Next, our minibus will take you to the departure point of your chosen route (Vogüé, Balazuc, or Pradons), where a canoe-carrying trailer awaits you. We offer canoes for 1, 2, or 3 people (the third seat in the center is for a child under 12 years old).
Upon launching, we give you a detailed explanation of how to operate the canoe and provide valuable tips. Then, you embark on the descent at your own pace, without time constraints.
Upon your arrival in Ruoms, a minibus will be waiting to promptly take you back to our Pradons base.