At the gates of Italy, Menton provides access to the canyons of the Roya Valley: the Guiou, the Audin, not to mention the Gorges du Loup. Tobogganing, jumps and rappelling supervised by a state-qualified guide. Half-day from 55 €, from 8 years. +1070 reviews 5/5.
Menton · 06Menton, gateway to the Maritime Alps and Italy, provides access to superb canyons: less than an hour away, the Guiou, the'Audin and the Gorges du Loup unfurl a play area wild between France and Italy.
Natural toboggan slides, jumps into turquoise pools and abseils along waterfalls: from the Audin canyon with the family from 8 years old to more technical descents in the valley of the Roya.
With Ailéments, a family-run business since 2013, you go down supervised by State-registered guides, in small groups and at your own pace.
Each output is everything included 5mm wetsuit, helmet, harness and escort. Half-day at 55 € (from 8 years old), day trip 80 € (from 12 years old).
Canyoning is the perfect blend of sport, nature, and thrills: you walk, swim, jump, and abseil, all within gorges you’d never suspect were there from the road. No prior experience is needed – just the desire to cool off and play in the water, guided by a professional.
This guide : the accessible spots from Menton, the packages, the course of an outing, our local expertise.
Three levels of routes between the Roya valley and the Loup gorges, from family-friendly slides to a grand sporting descent.
At Fanghetto, on the Italian side (40 minutes from Menton): a small, idyllic canyon, ideal for a First family experience. Turquoise pools, lush vegetation, easy access.
All levels, from 8 years old, in a preserved border setting.
In Sospel, just 30 minutes from Menton: a wild and less-frequented descent with beautiful technical sections and a 25m rappel in a sunken setting.
Intermediate level, Mediterranean atmosphere guaranteed, jumps and slides.
1 hour 5 minutes from Menton, the benchmark canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes: varied routes for all levels and, for the sporty, the Courmes waterfalls in the same valley.
Please note: the Maglia (Roya) canyon has remained closed since Storm Alex in 2020 — we recommend the Loup instead, as it is more reliable.
Atout de Menton: the canyon of Guiou, in Sospel, is only 30 minutes away, and the'Audin, Italian side in Fanghetto, 40 minutes away - perfect for a family introduction. For a more complete outing, the Gorges du Loup (1h05) remain the benchmark. The canyon is confirmed the day before via text message.
Please note: the famous canyon of Maglia, in the Roya, has remained closed since Storm Alex in 2020 – so we're heading to the Guiou, Audin or Loup, which are more reliable. We've been descending these canyons from the entire east of the 06 department, notably Nice.
The season runs from June to October in the Roya valley, where the water is cooler than elsewhere. For a full day, the paragliding + canyoning combo colligate the flight and descent.
It’s the water that makes all the difference: turquoise, crystal-clear and sometimes cool, it transforms every pool into a natural swimming pool and every slide into a life-size water slide. Between tackling the technical sections, you can take the time to swim, admire the rock sculpted by the floods and enjoy the silence that only the gorges can offer. A timeless escape, just a few kilometres from the hustle and bustle of the coast.
A question often arises.
Toboggans, plunges into pools and abseils under waterfalls: a preview of what awaits you, guided by a state-certified instructor. Optional photo and video souvenirs available.
From the very first pool, it's a total immersion: the turquoise water, the coolness of the neoprene, the echo of the limestone walls. Your guide goes first over each obstacle to show you the technique, then accompanies you step-by-step — jumps always remain optional, the pace adapts to the group. The photos taken during the descent are the best way to relive the adventure and share it with your loved ones.
From family introductions to sports days, a package for every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, state-certified guide, and insurance.
In detail: the Half-day taster (€55), our most popular package, lasts 2 hours on site and is suitable for beginners and families alike, for children aged 8 and over — slides, optional jumps and swimming in the pools. The Sports day (€80) opens up the more challenging courses from age 12, with impressive rappels and full immersion. Finally, the paragliding + canyoning combo (190 €/person) includes a morning flight and an afternoon descent, with photos and videos included — an exclusive offer on the Côte d'Azur.
Each price includes all technical equipment (5 mm neoprene wetsuit, helmet, harness, descender), supervision by a state-certified guide, and insurance. You only pay on-site, after your session: no upfront payment, and free rescheduling if the weather or water levels are not suitable. Groups, birthdays, and hen/stag parties benefit from dedicated slots and tailored prices.
A simple and reassuring route, supervised from A to Z by your state-certified guide. The canyon is confirmed by SMS the day before, depending on the weather and water flow.
Check-in at the car park confirmed by SMS, then donning the 5mm wetsuit, helmet, and harness – everything is provided.
Jumping position, using the descender, communication signals. No jargon, just practical advice.
10 to 30 minutes depending on the canyon to reach the start, time to warm up and admire the Pre-Alps.
Toboggans, optional jumps and abseils to the rhythm of the band, then back to the car park and debriefing.
First slide, first thrills: your guide goes first to show you the technique, then accompanies you through each obstacle. Jumps are always optional — you can bypass if you prefer — and the pace adapts to the group. No experience is necessary: you just need to be able to swim 25 metres and be comfortable in the water. Afterwards, you get changed, share your impressions, and collect your photos if you chose that option.
As for what to bring, it’s nothing complicated: just make sure you have a swimsuit to wear under your wetsuit, an old pair of closed-toe trainers that won’t mind getting soaked, a towel, and some dry clothes for the journey home. There’s no need to bring any specialist kit – we provide everything. Just remember to let the guide know about any specific concerns (fear of water, health issues): the trip is always tailored to the group, never the other way round.
Not a tourist trap : Ailéments is a family-run organisation that has been exploring the canyons of the Préalpes d'Azur and the Verdon since 2013. State-qualified guides, a personalised welcome and time for a chat on every outing.
Canyon equipment checked and renewed each season (equipment meeting standards: harnesses, belay devices, helmets, ropes). +1070 5/5 reviews. Free weather report, on-site payment after the activity, no upfront fees.
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Prices, age, swimming level, safety, equipment, season, duration, access, combo.
Visit 55 € per person for a discovery half-day (2-3h, equipment included), from 8 years old. The sports day is at 80 € (12 years and over). The combo is at 190 €.
From 8 years On the Audin canyon, ideal for families. Le Guiou is accessible from 12-14 years old depending on the route. You must be able to swim.
Yes, it's essential. You must be able to swim 25 metres and to put your head underwater without apprehension. Some basins require swimming a few metres before reaching the exit. If you are not comfortable in the water, canyoning is not the right activity for you.
Supervised by a State-qualified guide, the risks are controlled. We systematically check the weather and water flow before each outing, anchors are checked and equipment inspected. Safety is our top priority.
We supply All technical equipment: 5mm wetsuit, helmet, harness, lanyard, descender and canyoning bag. You bring swimming shorts (to wear under the wetsuit), closed-toe shoes (like old trainers), a towel and dry clothes for the return journey.
From closed-toe trainers which you are happy to get wet and damage. No sandals or flip-flops. The ideal: an old pair of trainers or water shoes with thick soles, for good grip on the sometimes slippery rock.
The June to October In the Roya valley. July-August offer the best conditions; at the beginning and end of the season, a wetsuit compensates for the cool water.
Half-day: 3 to 4 hours total (travel, equipment, approach walk, descent, return). Excursion to the Gorges du Loup: 5 to 6 hours. Picnic recommended for the day.
The canyon of Guiou is 30 minutes from Menton (via Sospel), the'Audin 40 minutes (Italian side), the Gorges du Loup at 1.05 am. GPS coordinates sent by text message the day before. Please note: the Maglia has been closed since 2020.
Yes. The paragliding + canyoning combo (€190) includes flight and descent. After you finish, enjoy Breil-sur-Roya, Sospel or a break on the Italian side.
4 key points for your descent.
Le Guiou (30 mins), the Audin on the Italian side (40 mins) and the Gorges du Loup. Introductory sessions for children aged 8 and over. The Maglia has been closed since 2020.
Half-day €55 (from 8 years old), full day €80 (from 12 years old), combo £190 per person, all-inclusive.
State-qualified guide, weather and flow checked. SMS confirmation the day before, free postponement, payment on site.
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