Guided 5 km Canoe Trip: The Pont d'Arc from Age 5
Embark on a tailor-made family adventure. Designed specifically for families with young children (from age 5), this 5 km route lets you discover the joys of canoeing completely stress-free under the supervision of a state-certified instructor. It’s the perfect introduction for your little sailors to fall in love with the river!
Why Choose a Guided Descent?
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Safety &Peace of Mind: Your instructor is there to guide you, tweak your technique, and reassure the little ones. Navigate through the rapids—including the famous Charlemagne—with total confidence.
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Learn While Having Fun: Far more than just a river trip, it’s an educational experience. Your guide will share the secrets of the local wildlife, flora, and the geological history of the Pont d'Arc.
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A Suitable Pace: We take our time. The trip balances smooth technical introductions on calm waters with fun moments playing in the waves.
💡 The CAP 07 Bonus: For 5 and 6-year-olds, we provide gear specially designed for their size (small life jackets) so they feel like true explorers in total safety.
2 : Ruoms
3 : Sampzon
4 : Salavas
5 : Vallon Pont d'Arc
6 : Châmes
7 : St Martin d'Ardèche
R2 : La dent noire
R3 : La toupine de gournier
R4 : La pastière
B2 : Bivouac Gournier
Ardèche Gorges National Nature Reserve
| Rates | Online | On site | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 42€ | 42€ | |
| Child from 5 to 12 years old |
34€ | 34€ | |
Departure Point for Your Canoe Trip
Meeting Point
CAP 07 Water Sports Center, 1 chemin de la digue, Sampzon (Ardèche).
Please arrive 15 minutes before your departure, make use of our free private parking, and we’ll take care of the rest!
Shuttle Departures
8:30 AM or 1:30 PM
Hassle-Free Logistics: We provide your shuttle transfer from our base in Sampzon directly to the launch point in Vallon Pont d'arc.
Return to Sampzon After Your Trip
Châmes landing point, just past the Pont d’Arc.
Our team will meet you, load your equipment, and guide you to your return shuttle.
Return Times
- First return shuttle: 11:30 AM
- Second return shuttle: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Find all the details on our Practical Info page:
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Equipment provided
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Practical tips
- Safety rules
