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Descent 30 km 2 days with bivouac

2-day canoe trip down the Ardèche (ticket not included).
Spend a weekend in the heart of a uniquely preserved natural environment.

Diff. technical:

Diff. physics:

Sailing time: 6h (over 2 days)*.

Number of rapids: 11

VALLON-PONT-D'ARC Weather

2-day descent of the Ardèche with bivouac

The descent in detail

Le Pont d’Arc

Passage under the arch

Total rapids

11 rapids to cross

Slides

0 slide to cross

Book your bivouac ticket!

Book your compulsory bivouac ticket (not included) on the Tourist Office website.
Choose between the two bivouacs according to availability.

The 2-day descent of the Ardèche with bivouac is the canoe route for nature lovers. This slow-paced, two-day tour takes in the whole of the Ardèche Gorges and nature reserve, with plenty of swimming and waterside breaks, including a magnificent passage under the Pont d’Arc, and punctuates the first day with a night in one of the authorized bivouacs: Gaud and Gournier.
However, the ticket for the bivouac area is not included.
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Descent information

Difficulty: Sportive

Public: Adults and children aged 7 and over

Duration: Approximately 6 hours (over 2 days) (*time given for information only)

Return shuttles: Between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.

2-day canoe trip down the Ardèche with bivouac

Arrivals and departures

Departure time: Between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. non-stop

Departure base: Vallon Pont d’Arc landing stage*.

Arrival time: Between 4pm and 5pm

Arrival base: Sauze landing stage (final finish)

* Understanding the departure base

The departure base is that for the descent, given for information purposes only. You must first go to the Itinéraire Passion Pavilion(see access map), from where you will be taken to the corresponding pier.

Discover an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Ardèche with our 2-day canoeing experience, enhanced by a magical night in the open air at a wilderness bivouac. Embark on a unique getaway, combining the thrill of whitewater with the tranquility of a night under the stars.

After a day rich in emotions, the adventure continues with a night’s camping in the heart of nature. Set up your bivouac by the river, under the starry Ardèche sky. Soak up the peace and quiet and share convivial moments around the campfire, creating memories that will stay with you forever.

This unique experience offers much more than canoeing thrills. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature, relax to the soothing sound of the river and forge strong bonds with your fellow adventurers. Our experienced guides will ensure that your experience is as safe as it is memorable.

Get ready for an exceptional experience with a 2-day descent of the Ardèche, including a bivouac. Book now and immerse yourself in an adventure combining nature, adrenaline and unique moments. The Ardèche is waiting for you!

59 Internet prices* *Special Internet adult price for children aged 15 and over up to 9 people.

*Up to 20% immediate discount per person on the adult in-store price.

65 Adult price* *Normal adult price from age 15 in one of our sales outlets.
40 Children's price* *Normal child price from 7 to 15 years old in one of our sales outlets.
57 Group prices* *Normal group price for 10 to 20 people at one of our sales outlets.

Compare other Ardèche descents

Doesn’t this route down the Ardèche suit you? Below you’ll find a general map of the descent, with all the canoeing routes and their durations, rapids and important passages.

The other routes of the Ardèche canoeing trip