A great team, attentive and offering quality service. Easy and free parking. A small shop with handy accessories to round off your kayak trip (water shoes, caps, smartphone cases…). Coffee on arrival and free cold drinks available. Highly recommended.
Your Ardèche canoe descent since 1998
Canoe & kayak in Ardèche
at Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
From €25/person Up to -20% online discount 
- Safety briefingbefore every departure
- Professional equipmentsupplied and checked
- Shuttle includedboth ways
- Waterproof barrelkeep your gear dry
7 descents along the Ardèche
Choose your Ardèche canoe descent
Paddle the Ardèche by canoe from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc with trips to suit every mood: a gentle paddle under The Pont d'Arc, a sporty crossing of the Gorges, or a 2-day bivouac adventure in the heart of the Nature Reserve. Canoe and kayak hire with return shuttle included. Choose your trip and book online.
~1h30
Mini Trip 6 km
- 3 rapids
- The Pont d'Arc
~3h
Midi Trip 12 km
- 5 rapids
- The Pont d'Arc
- Canoe slides
~5h
The Reserve 24 km
- 8 rapids
~6h
The Sporty 30 km
- 10 rapids
- The Pont d'Arc
~7h
The Full Run 36 km
- 12 rapids
- The Pont d'Arc
- Canoe slides
2 days
Nature Bivouac 30 km
- 10 rapids
- The Pont d'Arc
2 days
Adventure Bivouac 36 km
- 12 rapids
- The Pont d'Arc
- Canoe slides
The Viking Bateaux experience
Why run your Ardèche canoe descent
with Viking Bateaux?
Based at Vallon-Pont-d'Arc since 1998, we welcome thousands of visitors each season as they discover the Ardèche Gorges by canoe. With 7 routes from 6 to 36 km, everyone can choose the descent that suits their level and their mood. Professional equipment checked every season, full safety briefing and return shuttle included: everything is in place to let you fully enjoy your Ardèche adventure, with complete peace of mind. View our prices and book online to enjoy up to 20 % off.
- +25 years of experience Ardèche canoe descent specialists at Vallon-Pont-d'Arc since 1998.
- Local and passionate team We know every rapid, every beach and every corner of the Ardèche Gorges.
- Professional equipment Canoes, life jackets, paddles and waterproof barrels, checked every season.
- Full safety briefing Map of the Gorges, safety instructions and landmarks before every departure.
- Shuttle back included Return transport between our base and your put-in point.
- 7 routes, all levels From the 6 km half-day to the 2-day bivouac in the Nature Reserve.
We had an unforgettable stay thanks to an amazing team. Always attentive to their customers, they were warm and caring from start to finish. Despite our personal mishaps, the team supported us with professionalism and kindness. We highly recommend this place! Thanks to the whole team, see you soon for new adventures.
Very friendly and welcoming staff. Comfortable transport with an air-conditioned bus. No hassle, everything is set up so you can just enjoy yourself. Go for it, no worries at all.
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From Vallon-Pont-d'Arc to Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche
Interactive map of the canoe routes
in the Ardèche Gorges
Select a route to discover its path along the Ardèche: put-ins, rapids, iconic sites such as The Pont d'Arc or the Cathédrale, as well as the Gaud and Gournier bivouacs. Easily preview your trip before booking, or open the full-screen route map to better plan your adventure.
- Put-ins
- Iconic sites
- Bivouacs
- Rapids
- Villages
- River
- Active route
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Put-ins
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Your adventure doesn't stop at the river
The Ardèche Gorges and The Pont d'Arc
Listed as a Grand Site de France, the Ardèche Gorges stretch over 32 km of canyon between limestone cliffs rising up to 300 metres. At the heart of the site, The Pont d'Arc rises with its natural arch, the largest in Europe. Stunning landscapes to discover by canoe on the river or from the viewpoints along the scenic road.