CANYONING VERCORS AND DROME
Dive into the heart of the most beautiful canyons & gorges of Vercors in nature
Canyon descent in the heart of Vercors
The canyoning in Drôme and Vercors is a sporty and playful activity that allows you to go down the steeped rivers by alternating jumps, natural slides, recalls and passages to swimming.
With Drôme Adventure, go explore the most beautiful canyons of the Vercors and the Drôme Valley, supervised by government graduates. The courses offered are suitable for all levels, from canyoning initiation for families to more sporty descents for thrillers.
Our canyons in Drôme & Vercors
Located at Die, at the foot of the Vercors massif, the leisure base allows easy access to several remarkable natural sites for the practice of canyoning
Rio Deaf— Throat Throat
- Half day · From 10 years old · 25 min walk
- Descent: 2h30/3h · April to October
- Very carved canyon, more than 100 m deep. Reminders (maximum 17 m), slides, preserved environment.
La Comane – Chamaloc
- Half day · From 8 years old · 5 min walk
- Descent : 2h · April to October
- Very carved canyon, more than 100 m deep. Reminders (maximum 17 m), slides, preserved environment.
Le Claps – Luc en Diois
(part 1+2)
- Full day · From 10 years old · 5 min walk · 3:00 to 5:00
- The Drôme River crosses a tunnel, then waterfalls, jumps, swimming and recalls to the valley.
The Claps
(part 2)
- Half day · From 8 years old · 10 min walk
- Descent : 2h · April to October
- The Drôme River swells into the rocky chaos of the Claps: steep passages and jumps.
The Concrete — Gorges de la Roanne
- Half day · From 10 years old · 20 min walk · 2h/2h30
- Mediterranean environment, initiatory recalls (maximum 15 m), slides, beautiful carved waterfalls.
Le Léoncel — St Thomas-en-Royans
- Half day · From 12 years old · 0 min walk · 4h30/5h
- A fun and aquatic course, many reminders and jumps. Tropical atmosphere in a wild and preserved environment.
The Scrubs — St Gervais-Isère
- Half day · From 12 years old · 30 min walk back · 4h
- All aspects of the canyon: jumps, slides, reminders, swimming, walking. Magnificent river.
Arnayon – La Motte Chalancon
- Half day · From 10 years old · 5 min walk
- Descent : 2h · April to October
- Wild river descent, with passages carved by millennia. Jumps, slides, initiation to descent as a reminder.
Le Turzon – St Georges-les-Bains
- Half day · From 12 years old · 5 min walk
- Descent: 3h · March to June and September to November next weather
- Low-cashed river descent but aquatic with many jumps (up to 10 m). Recalled descents are possible, as well as slides
Canyoning in the Vercors with Drôme Adventure
1 - What is Canyoning?
The canyon descent progress along a river by adapting to the natural obstacles you will encounter on your way:
- Cascades spectacular
- Giant pots dug by erosion
- Gorges cashed with stunning landscapes
- Natural slides for sensational slides
- Reminders and jumps for thrillers
An activity combining adrenaline, nature and discovery, accessible at all levels according to the chosen route.
2 - Complete Equipment for Safe Practice
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Your safety is our priority. For each canyon descent, Drôme Adventure provides complete and certified equipment:
- Neoprene combination to protect you from the cold
- Baudrier for reminders
- Helmet for your protection
- Supervision by a state graduate instructor
You can thus focus on pleasure and sensations, in complete serenity.
3 - Canyoning Courses adapted to all levels
That you are Beginner, intermediate or confirmed, Drôme Adventure offers you several types of canyoning routes in the Vercors, carefully selected to match your level and your desires:
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- Initiation course : ideal for families and beginners
- Intermediate course : for adventurers looking for sensations
- Expert course : reserved for experienced practitioners
4 - Why choose Drôme Adventure for your Baptism of Canyoning?
- Located in the heart of the massif of Vercors, exceptional natural setting
- Monitors State graduates and Experienced
- Equipment professional and certified provided
- Activities accessible to families and groups
- Respect for the environment and natural environments
FAQ
Where to do canyoning in the Drôme?
The best canyoning sites are located in the Vercors and the Drôme Valley, including canyons from Claps, Rio Deaf, Turzon or Ecouges.
From what age can we do canyoning?
Some descents are accessible from 7 years, while more sports routes are reserved for teenagers and adults.
Do you need to know how to swim for canyoning?
Yes, swimming is mandatory because descents include swimming in natural pools.
Is canyoning dangerous?
Boxed by a graduate guide and with suitable equipment, canyoning is a very secure activity.
What's the best time to do canyoning?
The best period usually extends Spring to autumn, when the water level is adapted to practice.
Book your Canyon Descent in the Drôme
Want to discover the most beautiful canyons in Vercors?
Book your Canyoning exit in the Drôme with Drôme Adventure and experience a unique adventure between waterfalls, natural slides and spectacular landscapes.
Our rates Canyoning
The Comane
8-16 years:
+16 years:
38€/pers
42€/pers
Rio
Deaf
from
50€/pers
The Claps
from
50€/pers
Turzon
from
50€/pers
Canyon Sport Ecouges, Leoncel, others
(on request)
from
75€/pers
The day
Practical information
Location : Drôme – Vercors – Pays Diois
Proposed activities from spring to summer
Accessible from 7 years according to the routes
Duration: 1⁄2 day to 1 day
Compulsory swimming skills
Offer an unforgettable experience
in nature
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