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Descent 36 km 2 days with bivouac

A 36 km canoe trip down the Ardèche over 2 days, with bivouac (ticket not included).
Spend a weekend in the heart of a uniquely preserved natural environment.

Diff. technical :

Diff. physics :

Sailing time: 7h (over 2 days)*.

Number of rapids: 11

VALLON-PONT-D'ARC Weather

2-day canoe trip down the Ardèche with bivouac

The descent in detail

Le Pont d’Arc

Passage under the arch

Total rapids

11 rapids to cross

Slides

3 slides 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 36 km, 2-day canoe trip down the Ardèche with bivouac is the longest itinerary for nature lovers. This two-day adventure takes in the whole of the Ardèche Gorges and nature reserve, with plenty of swimming and waterside breaks, several toboggan runs and one under the Pont d’Arc. The first day includes a night in one of the authorized bivouacs: Gaud and de 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 7 hours (over 2 days) (*time given for information only)

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

36 km canoe trip down the Ardèche with bivouac

Arrivals and departures

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

Departure point: Embarcadère des Mazes*.

Arrival time: Between 4pm and 5pm

Finishing point: Sauze landing stage (final finish)

* Understand the starting point

The specific starting point for this descent is the Accroche Toi Aux Branches park in Vallon Pont d’Arc(see access map). Your first priority is to get to this adventure park, where you’ll find the corresponding jetty.

Discover the Ardèche like never before with Viking Bateaux! The 2-day, 36 km canoe trip down the Ardèche with bivouac is an exceptional experience that lets you discover the beauty of the Ardèche at your own pace.

Day 1 :

Embark with our experienced team in Vallon Pont d’Arc for a day rich in emotions. Navigate the tumultuous waters and discover breathtaking scenery as you float down the Ardèche, pass over the slides to cross the various dikes and treat yourself to a passage under the majestic Pont d’Arc. At the end of the day, set up camp in the heart of nature and enjoy an evening under the stars.

Day 2 :

After a peaceful night’s bivouac, wake up to the sound of nature and resume your canoeing adventure. You’ll be back on the water in the heart of the nature reserve. Drive the last few kilometers of the Ardèche, discover impressive rock formations and finish your trip in style.

Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or a first-time adventurer, this 30 km canoe/kayak trip with bivouac is an unforgettable experience. Book now with Viking Bateaux for a unique adventure, where the wilderness of the Ardèche becomes your playground.

Up to 20% discount on your Ardèche descent
63 Internet prices* *Adult Internet price from 15 years up to 9 people

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

69 Adult price *Normal adult price from age 15 in one of our sales outlets.
42 Child price* *Price for normal children aged 7 to 15 in one of our sales outlets.
62 Group prices* *Price for normal groups of 10 to 20 people at one of our sales outlets.

Compare other routes

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

The other routes of the Ardèche canoeing trip