Descent of the canyon of the Haute Besorgues in Ardèche

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1 half day
Occasionally sporty
From 12 years-old and up
Recommended
From€47

Go on an adventure with Les Intraterrestres by exploring the canyon of the Haute Besorgues in Ardèche!

Les Intraterrestres take you on a half-day canyoning trip through the forest, among the beech and fir trees, for a thrilling descent down the Besorgues! You'll travel along the river in the heart of a dense forest, among rocks and pretty waterfalls in the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park.

The Haute Besorgues canyon is a good compromise for all levels, as you can choose whether or not to complete the obstacles: jumps of up to 7 metres, abseiling and optional siphon sections. It's fun and watery, with deep, clear pools, making it a must-see canyon in the Ardèche! Whether you're with family or friends, and you're in reasonably good physical condition, come and have fun crossing the Haute Besorgues canyon!

Accompanied by qualified instructors with a passion for canyoning, you'll never tire of discovering the hidden corners of the Ardèche and its spectacular flora and fauna during this canyoning trip in the Ardèche near Aubenas and Privas. Fun guaranteed!

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Practical information

Take part in an incredible adventure with the Intraterrestrials down the Haute Besorgues canyon during 2 hours of activities!

Characteristics of the canyon :

  • Starting altitude: 1000 metres
  • Drop in elevation: 130 metres
  • Duration of descent: 2h00
  • Approach walk: 30 minutes
  • Jumps of up to 7 metres (no jump required)
  • Clear, deep pools, natural slides, siphon passage
Course of events

- Meeting point at the GEO Parking, Côte de Ponsac, 07600 Labastide-sur-Bésorgues.
- Equipment set up by your instructor.
- 30 minutes walk to the canyon.
- Briefing by your instructor on the activity, the equipment and the safety rules.
- Water and pedestrian excursions, one abseil, jumps up to 7 meters (nothing is compulsory) for a duration of 2 hours.

Activity requirements

It is imperative to be able to swim and to be in good physical condition to do this activity.

Special terms

If you have any medical problems, please contact The Intraterrestres after booking the activity on this website.

Wetsuit maximum weight is 120 kg.

Meeting point:
GEO car park, Côte de Ponsac, 07600 Labastide-sur-Bésorgues
Spoken languages:French, English
Included
  • Neoprene wetsuit (5mm)
  • Neoprene socks
  • Helmet and harness
  • MIC canyon shoes
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear and towel
  • 1.5 L bottled water per person
  • Glasses cords
  • Snack

Reviews

Average rating

4.6/5

(41)
  • Excellent
    73.2%
    30
  • Very good
    19.5%
    8
  • Average
    4.9%
    2
  • Poor
    0%
    0
  • Terrible
    2.4%
    1
Matt F., United Kingdom — 02/09/2020
5/5
So much to offer in terms of slides, jumps, zip lines for all levels.
Paul A., Netherlands — 24/07/2018
5/5
Het was een geweldige ervaring....mooie sprongen en waterglijbanen
Andrew W., United Kingdom — 19/06/2017
5/5
Great fun in beautiful scenery. Lots of variation in jumps, ziplines, caves, slides. Really great afternoon of fun!
Raymond H., Netherlands — 20/08/2024
3/5
Nice, although is was more climing over and under rocks instead of jumping and sliding.
Gertjan V., Netherlands — 29/08/2018
5/5
What an awesome day of canyoning!

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