Rafting in the Verdon Gorge

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Rafting in the Verdon

Verdon Gorge: An Unforgettable Rafting Adventure

Rafting on the Gorges du Verdon is an experience you won't soon forget. It's a fantastic way to explore the region's stunning scenery, from its towering cliffs and winding river to its crystal-clear waters. The River Verdon It is perfect for thrill-seekers, with its powerful rapids and breathtaking views that will get your adrenaline pumping.

The raft is an inflatable and stable boat, manoeuvred by paddle by all team members. Thanks to the presence of a guide Verdon Gorge Rafting On board, you can tackle white water with no prior experience. Whether you're a novice or an expert, you'll love rafting in the Verdon Gorge. Your team of eight will work together to balance and steer the raft under the expert guidance of your instructor.

Before you set off, your guide will give you all the safety instructions so you'll be prepared for any accidental or even intentional falls into the water. This is because a raft can be quite a playful boat. If you're feeling adventurous, your guide will be happy to show you some fun manoeuvres like «flips», «pops», or «endos».

During your trip, you will have many opportunities to soak up the incredible scenery and discover hidden places. Whether it's paddling through canyons or diving into one of Europe's most beautiful natural swimming pools, rafting in the Gorges du Verdon is an adventure like no other.

The hardware

Self-bailing raft not requiring bailing
Single paddle
High-visibility buoyancy aid
Safety helmet
5mm or 3mm neoprene wetsuit depending on the season
Neoprene wetsuit or windbreaker depending on the season
Neoprene socks by season

Our white-water rafting proposal in the Verdon Gorge for a half-day

Practice periods

The best time to go rafting in the Verdon Gorge depends on the water levels, which are controlled by the Castillon dam. Generally, the season runs from April to October. However, for the most exhilarating experience with high water, late spring (May and June) is often recommended. For a more leisurely float with calmer waters and beautiful scenery, late summer (August and September) can be ideal.

From April to October

The flow of the Middle Verdon is regulated by water releases from the EDF dam.

In spring (April to June), water releases from the Castillon dam take place regularly and allow for navigation downstream of Castellane. In the absence of water releases during this period, we suggest navigating upstream of the dam on the upper Verdon (in the Fontgaillarde gorges), a section of the river fed by melting snow in spring. These rafting trips are located about 30 minutes from Castellane.

In summer (July and August), water releases on the middle Verdon are only scheduled on certain daysthe Tuesday and Friday usuallyand allow navigation on this section. However, the upper Verdon routes are not navigable in summer due to insufficient natural flow.

In autumn (from mid-September), the water releases are regular again and allow navigation on the middle Verdon.

To know the water release forecasts for the Middle Verdon and the flows of the Upper Verdon, consult our calendar.

Our rafting trips in the Verdon Gorge

Rafting on the Middle Verdon

Only on dam release days

Our alternative rafting trips

in case of inadequate flow rates on classic routes

White water rafting on the Upper Verdon

during the spring thaw

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