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Canyoning at Saint-Auban: the sporting clue of the Alpes-Maritimes
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Our canyoning packages in Saint-Auban
Canyoning Half-day
55€/person
Duration 2 hours on site
Level : Beginner to intermediate
Age From age 8
Canyons available Gours du Ray, Gorges du Loup
The perfect introduction to canyoning. Slides, jumps (optional) and swimming in turquoise pools. Ideal for a first experience with family or friends.
Full-day canyoning
80€/person
Duration 4h on site
Level Intermediate to sporty
Age From 12 years old and max 70 years old for sports courses
Canyons available Cascades de Courmes, Riolan, Clue d'Aiglun, Saint-Auban, Maglia
A day of total immersion in the gorges. Impressive abseils, technical sections and breathtaking scenery.
For adventurers looking for a thrill.
Paragliding + Canyoning combo
190€/person
Level All levels
Age From age 8
Included : Flight paragliding + Canyon + Free photos/videos
Experience two adventures in one day! Go paragliding in the morning, then dive into the gorges in the afternoon. Photo and video memories included.
The Saint-Auban clue: an intense canyon in the heart of nature
The setting :
Nestling in the Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur, the Clue de Saint-Auban is a jewel in the crown of the Alpes-Maritimes. The canyon winds its way down the Estéron river between two imposing 200-metre limestone cliffs. A spectacular, south-facing setting where the local flora and fauna flourish in complete tranquillity.
Location:
- Close to the Gorges du Verdon
- Village of Saint-Auban (Alpes-Maritimes)
- Quiet, unspoilt setting, authentic mountain atmosphere
How to find us :
- From Nice : ~1h15
- From Castellane : ~30 min
- From Grasse : ~1h
- 5-minute shuttle from the meeting point to the canyon entrance
- Quick return to the car park after the descent
Special feature: Ideal for those who don't like long approach walks!
The course in detail: 1 km of aquatic sensations
Saint-Auban is renowned for its complete aquatic course and its dense succession of obstacles. There's never a dull moment: waterfalls and jumps, slides and rope crossings follow one another for maximum thrills.
Technical specifications :
- Length: 1 km of canyon
- Difference in altitude: 115 metres
- Water temperature: 10-13°C (neoprene wetsuit compulsory)
Obstacles:
- 40-metre zip line: the highlight of the course, arriving directly in the water!
- Jumps up to 7 metres: several jumps of different heights (3m, 5m, 6m, 7m)
- 11-metre waterfall: possibility of jumping or going around it
- Natural toboggans: slide down crystal-clear pools
- Rappels: several sections of rope descent
Duration: Full day (~3h active descent). 5-minute shuttle to the start.
Level : Sporty - for motivated, sporty fans, guaranteed to thrill.
You are starting out in canyoning ? Visit Gour du Ray or Gorges du Loup are perfect for a first outing. Do you like challenging routes? Visit Riolan canyon offers a 3km descent through the Estéron valley. Fancy a little adventure? Discover our gift vouchers.
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Give the gift of unique aquatic sensations in the Alpes-Maritimes. The gift voucher is valid for 1 year and can be used on all our water activities.
Price : 80€/person
Group and event packages :
- EVJF/EVG: free video for the future bride and groom!
- Families: children's flights in the morning, adults in the afternoon
- Companies: tailor-made team building
How does a canyoning trip to Saint-Auban work?
- Meet your canyoning guide
Meeting point to be announced when booking (village of Saint-Auban). Bring a picnic and a change of clothes for the return journey.
- Shuttle for canyon access
A 5-minute walk to the entrance to the clue. No long walk to get there!
- Equipment and safety briefing
Your qualified instructor will equip you: neoprene wetsuit compulsory (water temperature 10-13°C), helmet and harness. Full briefing on canyoning safety instructions.
- The descent: thrills guaranteed
An intense sequence in the Saint-Auban clue: progressive jumps, slides, abseils... The highlight: the 40-metre tyrolienne with a finish in the water! Canyoning under the constant supervision of your guide.
- Back to
Short ascent and shuttle back to the car park.
Equipment and conditions of participation
What we supply
- 5mm neoprene wetsuit
- Neoprene socks
- Approved helmet
- Harness with lanyards
What you bring
- Swimming costume (worn under the wetsuit)
- Towel
- Closed shoes such as trainers (which will get wet)
- Spare clothing
- Water and snacks
Conditions of participation
- Ability to swim: minimum 25 metres (compulsory)
- Minimum age: 8 years
- Physical condition: Be able to walk 30 min uphill
- Contraindications : Heart problems, epilepsy, pregnancy.
Supervision & safety
- State-qualified instructors (DE/BEES)
- 1 instructor for a maximum of 8 people
- Equipment checked before each outing
- Free postponement if weather conditions are unfavourable
Real experiences, real memories, real adventures
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Our canyoning spots in the Alpes-Maritimes
The hinterland of Nice is home to some of the most beautiful canyons in France. Less than an hour from Nice, these gorges offer an exceptional playground. Depending on your level and your desires, we'll guide you to the ideal canyon.
GOURS DU RAY ⭐ Best seller
Our signature canyon!
Its crystal-clear pools and fun slides make it the ideal spot to discover canyoning.
Jumps of up to 10m available (always optional). The most spectacular setting in the region.
- All levels
- From age 8
- Natural turquoise pools
Gorges du Loup
Located near Gourdon, this canyon offers a fun-filled course perfect for families. Natural slides and small jumps in an unspoilt environment. The ideal introduction for children.
- All levels
- From age 8
- The most accessible
Courmes waterfalls
- Intermediate
- From age 16
- 65m abseiling
Riolan
One of the most beautiful canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. Its two cirques offer a breathtaking backdrop of crystal-clear pools and abseils in an unspoilt environment.
- Intermediate
- From age 16
- Two majestic cirques
Clue d'Aiglun
For those who love a challenge. A technical canyon with challenging sections and impressive jumps. Physical condition required to fully enjoy the adventure.
- Sports
- 16-60 years old
- Thrills and spills
Saint-Auban
Nearly Castellane, A wild, unspoilt canyon. Successive abseils in a high mountain atmosphere. For those looking for authenticity.
- Sports
- 16-60 years old
- Mountain atmosphere
Maglia
A full day in the Roya valley, including a picnic. Many abseils and technical passages for a total immersion in nature.
- Sports
- 16-60 years old
- Total immersion
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the St Auban canyon
Where is the Clue de Saint-Auban?
In the Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur, the canyon runs down the Estéron river near the village of Saint-Auban in the Alpes-Maritimes. 30 minutes from Castellane and close to the Gorges du Verdon. Approximately 1h15 from Nice.
What makes this canyon unique?
Saint-Auban offers a complete aquatic course with a 40-metre zip line (arriving in the water!), jumps of up to 7 metres, slides and abseils. All set in a spectacular clue between two 200m cliffs.
Is there a long approach walk?
No! a 5-minute shuttle bus takes you directly to the canyon entrance. Quick return to the car park after the descent. Perfect if you don't like long hikes.
Is canyoning at Saint-Auban suitable for beginners?
Saint-Auban is a sporty canyon recommended for motivated people in good physical condition. For a first experience or for beginners to canyoning in Saint-Auban, we recommend the Gours du Ray or the Gorges du Loup (introductory canyoning course).
How much does it cost to go canyoning in Saint-Auban?
55€ per person for the day. Full equipment, shuttle and qualified instructor included.
When can I go canyoning in Saint-Auban?
The canyon is open from 1 April to 31 October, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays only (canyon access regulations). Canyoning weather conditions are checked before each outing.
Book your canyoning trip
Ready for an adventure in the Saint-Auban clue?
Enjoy a unique canyoning experience in the heart of the Alps. Thrills guaranteed!
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Weather cancellation = free postponement with voucher valid for 12 months.