Far from yachts and beaches, the hinterland Varois and the Verdon offer a completely different adventure: slides, jumps, and abseiling in the canyons, supervised by a state-certified guide. Half-day from 55 €, from 8 years. +1070 reviews 5/5.
Saint-Tropez · 83For a day, leave the glamour of the peninsula Saint-Tropez for the hinterland: the canyons of the pre-Alps and the Verdon and unfolds one play area Wild and refreshing.
Natural toboggans, jumps into turquoise pools and abseiling along waterfalls: from family routes for 8-year-olds to challenging descents for the more adventurous, there's something for every level.
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 means following water where it has carved the rock: a succession of smooth slides, emerald pools and abseils down cascades. The activity is enjoyed in a group, at your own pace, and is accessible to anyone who can swim – with the bonus of cool water, ideal when the heat sets in on the coast.
This guide : the spots accessible from Saint-Tropez, the packages, the plan for a trip, our local expertise.
Three levels of routes between Var and Verdon, ranging from family-friendly slides to challenging, high-speed descents — between 1 hour and 1 hour 30 minutes from the peninsula.
On the border of the Var and the Alpes-Maritimes, a canyon accessible between limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vegetation. Toboggans and small jumps (2-5 m) in crystalline basins.
The ideal introduction in the Var, from age 8, on a fun and progressive course.
At the gates of the Verdon, the Jabron can be enjoyed all season thanks to its regular flow. Two beautiful slides, jumps and a 12m reminder.
A 1.5-2 hour discovery trail in a unique limestone setting, accessible for ages 8 and up.
For the experienced: the canyon of the'Artuby near the Gorges du Verdon, the Riolan (among the most beautiful in Europe) and the great classic of Gorges du Loup.
Abseil, jumps and swims in spectacular gorges, full day.
From Saint-Tropez, allow about 1 hour 30 minutes to the Gorges du Loup, the classic spot in the Alpes-Maritimes, and to a lesser extent towards the Gorges de la Siagne or the Jabron Canyon. The location is confirmed the day before by text message, depending on the water flow.
These canyons are accessible from the entire gulf and the Var: one also descends into them from Fréjus, Saint-Raphaël and Toulon. A welcome dose of nature after the beach.
We practice May to September, as the water is at its best in the height of summer. For a day packed with thrills, the paragliding + canyoning combo colligate the flight and descent.
The experience is as much about the scenery as the action: steep gorges, waterfalls, light filtering through the vegetation… You alternate between moments of adrenaline and contemplative pauses, all guided by someone who knows every rock. You don't need to be a top athlete: good humour and a willingness to get wet are enough. Many people emerge from their first descent with one thought in mind – to do it again.
Good to know before booking: the excursion is confirmed the day before, once the weather and water levels have been analysed, and rescheduling always remains free of charge. This flexibility is part of our working method — it's better to postpone by a day than to descend in poor conditions. This is also why we favour the most reliable canyons in the region, which can be navigated across a wide season.
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.
Canyoning offers that rare sensation of making your way through a landscape that can only be seen from below: steep-walled gorges, waterfalls and natural pools. The guide leads the way, secures each obstacle and tailors the descent to your appetite for thrills. And as you can only truly believe it once you’ve experienced it for yourself, the photos you take are there to prolong the experience once you’re back on dry land.
From family introductions to sports days, a package for every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, state-certified guide, and insurance.
Three all-inclusive packages (equipment, supervision, insurance): the half-day for €55 to discover gentle canyoning from the age of 8; the day at €80 for thrill-seekers aged 12 and over, on more challenging canyons; and the paragliding + canyoning combo At €190/person, an exclusive air and water day with photos and videos included.
Everything is included in the price: a 5 mm wetsuit, helmet, harness and descender, supervision by a state-qualified guide, and insurance for the trip. You only pay after the descent, on the spot, and rescheduling is free of charge if the canyon is not accessible. Group outings (birthdays, hen parties, stag parties, works council events) have specific time slots and rates.
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.
Once in the canyon, the guide will open each passage, show you the move, and then let you have a go: Jump or bypass, you choose, remaining safe at all times. The activity is accessible to anyone who can swim 25 metres and isn't afraid to put their head underwater. Afterwards, we get changed, share our impressions, and you leave with your photos if the photo-video option was chosen.
No specific physical preparation is required: if you can swim 25 metres and are comfortable with your head under water, you’re good to go. Bring a swimming costume, closed-laced trainers that can get wet, a towel and a change of dry clothes; we’ll take care of all the technical equipment. On the day, listen to the briefing, trust the guide and let yourself be carried along by the rhythm of the descent — that’s where it all happens.
Canyoning as we like it : authentic, friendly, with no compromises on safety. A family-run business since 2013, Ailéments knows every pool and every abseil in the region’s canyons. State-qualified guides.
Professional equipment updated every season, +1070 reviews 5/5. Weather and water flow checked before each departure, free postponement, payment after the activity, no upfront payment.
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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 introductory courses. The day courses are accessible from 12 years old. You must be able to swim.
Yes, knowing how to swim is mandatory: count approximately 25 metres of swimming and a real ease in putting your head underwater. Several basins are crossed by swimming. Without this aquatic ease, the activity is not for you.
With a State-qualified guide, Canyoning is a safe activity. The water flow and weather are checked before each departure, the anchors are inspected, and the equipment is regularly checked. Accidents mainly occur during unguided outings.
The technical equipment is provided 5mm neoprene suit, helmet, harness, lanyard, descender, canyoning bag. For your part: swimsuit under the suit, old closed-toe trainers (which will get wet), towel and dry clothes for the return.
From Closed sports shoes (running or light hiking) that you don't mind getting wet. No sandals or flip-flops: the rock is sometimes slippery, a grippy sole is essential. They will remain submerged for the entire descent.
The May to September. July-August offer the warmest water and long days; the shoulder seasons remain doable with a neoprene wetsuit.
Half-day: 4-5h total (journey from Saint-Tropez ~1.5h, equipment, descent, return). Sports day: 7-8h. Picnic recommended.
The Gorges du Loup are about 1.5 hours from Saint-Tropez, the Siagne and the Jabroni A little closer. GPS coordinates sent by SMS the day before.
Yes. The paragliding + canyoning combo (€190) includes flight and descent. The Var backcountry and the Verdon are well worth the detour.
4 key points for your descent.
Sign, Jabroni, Gorges du Loup. Water slides and turquoise pools; suitable for children aged 8 and over.
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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