Canoe tips & guides for Ardèche
Our articles to prepare your trip, pick the right route and make the most of the Ardèche Gorges.
Our guides to nail your trip
Picking the right route for your level, finding the best season to paddle, booking a bivouac spot in the Nature Reserve: preparing a canoe trip in the Ardèche Gorges takes a few key pointers. These guides bring them together, drawn from our hands-on experience since 1998.
Canoe or kayak in Ardèche: which to choose?
A two-seater to share or a livelier single kayak: the real differences, and the boat that suits your group and the distance ahead.
Which canoe rental should you choose in Ardèche?
Here are the ten points to check when choosing your canoe rental in Ardèche, before you book your descent.
Which canoe route should you pick in Ardèche?
7 routes, from the 6 km mini to the full bivouac run: our guide to find the one that matches your level, time and mood.
How to book your bivouac pass in the Ardèche Gorges?
Gaud or Gournier, the official Tourist Office procedure, prices, lead times: everything you need to know before clicking Book.
When is the best time to go canoeing in Ardèche?
April, July, September: each month has its own vibe. Our month-by-month guide to pick the period that fits you.