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Canyoning Cannes

Canyoning Cannes - Escape the Croisette for the Gorges du Loup

Want to swap glitter for stunts? Just 40 minutes from Cannes, the Gorges du Loup plunge you into a world of natural slides, jumps and abseiling. Ailéments organises outings canyoning supervised by state-qualified guides since 2010. You're also looking for what to do in Cannes during your stay? Our comprehensive guide will give you all the ideas you need.

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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.

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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.

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Paragliding + Canyoning combo

190€/person

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

Where are the spots?

Where can you go canyoning from Cannes?

Les Gorges du Loup - The star canyon of the Côte d'Azur (40 min from Cannes)

Leave the Croisette and head for the Grasse hinterland. In less than an hour, you'll reach the Gorges du Loup, the most famous canyon in the Alpes-Maritimes. Carved out of the limestone of the Préalpes d'Azur, this site offers courses for all levels.

Introductory courseGour du Ray The ideal introduction to the activity. Fun slides, short jumps (2-4 m) and a dip in the emerald pools. Accessible from age 8, perfect for a family outing away from the hustle and bustle of Cannes.

Discovery trailGorges du Loup The great classic. A succession of waterfalls, abseils up to 15 m, optional jumps. A complete descent that introduces you to all the techniques of canyoning in a wilderness setting.

Sporty canyons for experienced adventurers

For the Cannes in search of more intense sensations:

  • Courmes waterfalls A series of vertical abseils in a mineral environment. Physical condition required.
  • Riolan The canyon: Considered one of the most beautiful canyons in Europe. 200m walls, technical abseils, grandiose atmosphere. A day of total immersion.
  • Clue d'Aiglun A water course with long swims and jumps of up to 8 m. For those who love water.

Explore all our canyoning routes depending on your level. Looking for a bit of height? Combine it with a first paragliding experience near Cannes for a full day of sensations.

💡 How is the canyon chosen? The day before your outing, your instructor will analyse the hydrological conditions (water level, weather over the previous few days, accessibility) and confirm the meeting point by text message. Depending on the season and your level, you'll discover one of the most beautiful canyons in the hinterland of Nice - with waterfalls, natural slides and jumps into turquoise pools.

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OUR CANYONS

Our canyoning spots in the Alpes-Maritimes

The Cannes hinterland boasts some of the most beautiful canyons in France. Less than an hour from Cannes, 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 65-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.

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Maglia

A full day in the Roya valley, including a picnic. Many abseils and technical passages for a total immersion in nature.

YOUR CANYON WITH AILÉMENTS

Course of your canyoning trip

Appointments and equipment

Meet your guide at the Gorges du Loup car park (exact location sent by text message the day before). On site, you put on your 5 mm neoprene wetsuit over your swimming costume. Helmet, harness, lanyard, descender: all the technical equipment is provided and adjusted to your size.

Safety briefing

Your qualified guide will explain the basic techniques: jump position, use of the descender, communication signals. No technical jargon, just concrete information. Your safety is our priority.

Approach walk

Depending on the canyon, it takes between 10 and 30 minutes to walk to the starting point. It's a great opportunity to warm up and admire the Pre-Alps landscape from the heights.

The descent

And off you go. First slide, first thrills. Your guide goes first to show you the technique, then accompanies you to each obstacle. Jumps are always optional - you can go around them if you prefer. The pace adapts to the group.

Return and memories

Exit the canyon, return to the car park (sometimes with a short climb back up). Get changed and share your impressions with the group. If you opted for the photo/video option, get your pictures of the experience.

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Why Ailements?

Why choose Ailements for your canyoning?

Ailéments is a family-run business, not a tourist factory. Each outing is tailored to your profile and your wishes.

  • State-certified instructors - 19 years' experience in the canyons of the Alpes-Maritimes
  • Specialist guides for the Gorges du Loup and the Préalpes d'Azur
  • Family team - Warm welcome, time to chat
  • Canyoning equipment checked and renewed each season (wetsuits, harnesses, helmets)
  • Total flexibility - Free weather report, payment on site

Want to combine all these sensations? Visit paragliding and canyoning combo is our most popular formula, ideal for a EVJF or EVG. Offer a canyoning trip with our gift vouchers, valid for 12 months.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about canyoning near Cannes

How much does a canyoning trip from Cannes cost?

You can expect to pay €55 per person for a half-day discovery trip (2 hours' descent, equipment included). The sporting day package costs €80 for 4 hours in more challenging canyons. An exclusive paragliding + canyoning combo Wings, For a full day of air and water, the price is €190.

Children aged 8 and over can take part in our beginners' courses, such as the Gours du Ray. They must be able to swim and follow the guide's instructions. The day courses are accessible from the age of 12. There is no upper age limit as long as you are in good physical condition. An ideal family activity for sharing the thrills with your children.

Yes, essential. You need to be able to swim 25 metres and put your head under water without apprehension. Some pools require you to swim a few metres. If you're not comfortable in the water, this activity is not for you.

Supervised by a state-certified guide, the risks are kept under control. We check the weather conditions and water flow before each outing. Our equipment is inspected regularly. Accidents happen mainly on unsupervised outings. With Wings, You'll be working in an environment where safety is paramount.

We supply: 5 mm neoprene wetsuit, helmet, harness, lanyard, descender, canyoning bag.

You'll need to bring: a swimming costume (under your wetsuit), closed-toe shoes such as used trainers (they'll get soaked), a towel and dry clothes for the return journey. Leave your valuables in the vehicle.

Closed trainers that you are prepared to get wet and damaged. No sandals, flip-flops or new shoes. Old running shoes or aquashoes with thick soles are ideal. Grip is essential on the sometimes slippery rocks.

The season runs from May to September. July and August offer the best conditions: warmer water (15-18°C), moderate flow, long days. In May-June and September, neoprene wetsuits compensate for the cooler temperatures (12-15°C). Out of season, the canyons may be impassable.

For a half-day: allow 3h30 in total (meeting point, equipment, 15-minute walk, 2-hour descent, return). For a full day: 5-6 hours (30-45 minute walk, 4 hour descent, return). Pack a snack for the full-day option.

The Gorges du Loup are 40 minutes from Cannes on the Grasse road and then the D3. Meet at the Pont du Loup or Bar-sur-Loup depending on the route. Exact GPS location sent by SMS the day before.

Our paragliding + canyoning combo (€190) takes you over the gorges in the morning and down in the afternoon. You can also take advantage of your stay to visit the hilltop villages of Gourdon and Tourrettes-sur-Loup or discover the perfume factories of Grasse before returning to Cannes. See all our ideas in our guide what to do in Cannes.

Yes, our guides know all the canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes. For sporty types: Riolan canyon, Courmes waterfalls, Clue d'Aiglun, or the Maglia canyon towards Italy. Each site offers a different experience, depending on your level and your desires.

Book your canyoning trip

Cannois, are you ready to descend into the Gorges du Loup?

Leave the Croisette behind for an aquatic adventure in the hinterland.

We take the time to talk to you to understand your expectations and guide you towards the ideal package.

Gift voucher : Offer a paragliding flight to your loved ones! Our gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months, and can be personalised. Cancellation Free of charge up to one week before the flight. Free rescheduling in the event of bad weather.

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