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Canyoning Cramassouri: the most beautiful introductory canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes

Descend the Cramassouri valley, a canyon carved out of the rock with pools of crystal-clear water. Natural slides, small jumps and a final 10-metre abseil in an exceptional mineral setting. Just 35km from Nice, in the heart of the Tinée valley. For children aged 8 and over.
OUR OPTIONS

Our canyoning packages at Cramassouri

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Canyoning Half-day

55€/person

Duration 2 hrs 30 mins 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.

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Full-day canyoning

80€/person

Duration 4h on site
Level Intermediate to sporty
Age From 16 years old and max 70 years old for sports courses
Canyons available Cascades de Courmes, Riolan, Clue d'Aiglun, Saint-Auban

A day of total immersion on a sporty canyon, decided when you book. Impressive abseils, technical sections and breathtaking scenery.
For adventurers looking for a thrill.

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Paragliding + Canyoning combo

190€/person

Level All levels
Age From age 8
Included Paragliding flight + Canyon

Experience two adventures in one day! Go paragliding in the morning, then dive into the gorges in the afternoon.

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The Canyon

The Cramassouri valley: a jewel case of beauty in the Tinée

The setting : The Vallon de Cramassouri, also known as the Vallon des Aviateurs, is considered to be one of the most beautiful canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. Its water-polished rocks, generous pools and narrow passages create an enchanting setting. An unspoilt, sunny site, ideal for discovering the canyoning.

Location:

  • Vallée de la Tinée, Alpes-Maritimes
  • 35 km from Nice
  • Accessible from La Tour-sur-Tinée

How to find us :

  • Approach walk: 20 minutes
  • Return to car park: 5 minutes
  • Shuttle included

Good to know: The canyon was modified by storm Alex in 2020, but the floods of 2024 recreated the course. It is now back to its original playful self, with some great slides.

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Helmeted participant, seen from above, going down through the foam of a waterfall between ochre rocks, in a canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes
Course features

The route: fun and progressive

Cramassouri is an ideal course for beginners. The obstacles follow on from each other progressively, allowing you to gain confidence as you descend. First outing? Our beginner canyoning page helps you choose.

Features :

  • Duration of descent: approximately 2 hours
  • Swimming in the crystal-clear pools
  • Safe supervision throughout the route

Obstacles:

  • Slides: several natural slides on polished rocks
  • Small jumps: progressive heights for familiarisation
  • Final abseil: 10 metres over a beautiful waterfall (the highlight of the show)
  • Narrows: steep passages with a canyon atmosphere

Level : Discovery - accessible to beginners and families

Want to take your business to the next level? Visit Saint-Auban canyon and its 40m zip line await you. Looking for a canyon closer to Nice ? Find out more about Gours du Ray in the gorges du Loup. Want to give someone a paragliding flight? Discover our gift vouchers.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Give the gift of an unforgettable moment!

Want to give the gift of an unforgettable experience? There is no canyoning gift voucher: our gift vouchers are for tandem paragliding flights only. The voucher is sent by email and is valid for 1 year, with no extension. For a canyoning trip, simply book your date; all our prices are online.

Group and event packages :

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OUR CANYONS

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.

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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.

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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.

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Courmes waterfalls

A complete adventure with a 3h30 descent. The highlight: a vertiginous 60-metre abseil down a waterfall. An aesthetic canyon that combines technique and contemplation.
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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.

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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.

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Saint-Auban

Near Castellane, a wild and unspoilt canyon. Successive abseils in a high mountain atmosphere. For those looking for authenticity.

SCHEDULE

How does the outing work?

Meeting point Meeting point given when booking. Your guide will welcome you and brief you on the tour.

 

Equipment We provide everything you need: neoprene wetsuit, helmet, harness and abseiling gear.

 

Approach walk 20 minutes to the start, overlooking the river in a green setting.

 

The descent Approximately 2 hours in the canyon: slides, small jumps, steep sections and a final 10m abseil. Your instructor will accompany you down each obstacle.

 

A 5-minute walk back to the cars after the confluence with the Tinée.

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OUR TESTIMONIALS

Real experiences, real memories, real adventures

EXCELLENT
Based on 1291 reviews
Alessandra Bugini
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Vol en parapente en cadeau d'anniversaire de mon fils de 9ans. Super expérience, super accueil, vraiment adapté aux enfants!
Une très belle expérience a renouveler !
hannah khel yasa
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It was a great experience for us especially for our first time in paragliding. Very friendly and accomodating staff. Would definitely go there again next time
Christel VINCENT
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Accueil top, super vol en parapente avec une vue magique sur les montagnes à couper le souffle. Merci Pierrot pour cette expérience et à toute l'équipe pour l'encadrement ! Toujours trop court, on aimerait que ça dure encore un peu.
Anne Marie Bottoni
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Cadeau très apprécié par mon petit fils
Pierrot l’a accompagné en toute confiance, un vrai professionnel et de plus très sympathique
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Remy Salmieri
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Magnifique super équipe vraiment rien à redire
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Pascale Pflieger
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Très pro!!!
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Vanessa Leskinen
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Un superbe baptême de parapente en tandem avec ma sœur, chacune accompagnée d’un pilote. Sympas et détendus, Pierrot et Pierre-Yves nous ont tout de suite mises en confiance : aucune appréhension. Nous avons été agréablement surprises par la douceur du décollage et de l’atterrissage. Et entre les deux, des paysages magnifiques ! J’ai même pu prendre les commandes et diriger le parapente pendant quelques minutes… un vrai régal. Deux pilotes très professionnels, que nous recommandons sans hésiter pour un premier vol.
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Jack White
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Best day out, we did paragliding and then the canyoning. Great value for money and our instruction was excellent we always felt very safe. I have done canyoning in a few countries and this was the best I have done by far. It was a beautiful gorge and had the clearest water. We would book again if we ever came back to the area for sure!
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Katell Briand
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L'activité était vraiment incroyable, merci aux pilotes de nous avoir mis à l'aise et fait vivre ce moment !!
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Warda Tahir
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Peirrot and his team were amazing! I had a lot of fun. The experience was far more comfortable than I had expected

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Cramassouri valley?

In the Tinée valley, 35 km from Nice. It is reached by travelling up the valley of the Var then head for Isola 2000.

Cramassouri is renowned for its exceptional beauty: polished rocks, limpid pools and a spectacular finale with a 10m abseil over a waterfall.

Yes, it's even the ideal canyon for families. Accessible from age 8, the obstacles are easy and progressive.

Yes, in 2020. But the floods of 2024 have resurfaced the course and it has regained its playful character.

Approximately 2 hours downhill, plus a 20-minute walk there and 5 minutes back.

55€ per person, Equipment and supervision included. Maximum 8 people per guide.

No. All jumps can be bypassed or replaced by a rappel if you prefer.

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A magnificent canyon, fun obstacles, an unspoilt environment... The perfect introduction to canyoning awaits you in the Tinée.

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