Leave the Calanques cliffs for another aquatic adventure: the canyons of the Verdon and Maritime Alps, with slides, jumps, and abseiling, supervised by a state-qualified guide. Half-day from 55 €, from 8 years. +1070 reviews 5/5.
Cassis · 13chalk cliffs of Calanques lend themselves to climbing, not canyoning: for a real aquatic adventure, head for the hinterland. From Cassis, the canyons of Verdon and the Alpes-Maritimes await you.
Natural toboggans, jumps into turquoise pools and abseils along waterfalls: canyoning in the Jabroni As a family from age 8, for the great descents of the Verdon.
With Ailéments, a family-run business since 2013, you go down supervised by State-registered guides who know every canyon in Provence.
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 Cassis, the packages, the outline of an excursion, our local expertise.
Three routes through the Verdon to the Pre-Alps, from family slides to a grand sporting descent.
At the gateway to the Verdon, the Jabron can be enjoyed all season long thanks to its regular flow. Toboggans, jumps and a 12m rappel in a preserved limestone setting.
The discovery trail is perfect for a family introduction, from the age of 8.
On the Estéron River, one of the region’s most popular white-water runs: a complete white-water course featuring jumps up to 8 m, toboggans and rope crossings.
Intermediate level, accessible, 2.5 hours in crystalline pools.
On the heights of Sainte-Croix lake, near Moustiers-Sainte-Marie: a sporting day in a rugged setting, Recalls up to 25 m and deep turquoise sinks.
Full 5-hour route for lovers of long days, in spring (April-June). Suitable for ages 16+.
From Cassis, the canyon of Jabroni (near Castellane) and Saint-Auban offer lovely half-day discovery trips, while the Val d'Angouire Organise a great sporting day in the Verdon. The canyoning will be confirmed the day before by text message depending on the water flow.
The road to the Verdon is an adventure in itself, between Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Sainte-Croix lake. These canyons are also accessible from Marseille, La Ciotat and Bandol.
On the season side, one practices d'April to September depending on the canyons. For a day of thrills (100 %), 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 €. Le combo is at 190 €.
From 8 years On discovery routes like the Jabron. Day routes are accessible from 12-16 years depending on the canyons.
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.
D'April to September according to the canyons. The Val d'Angouire is practised in spring; the others throughout the summer. A nice alternative when the Calanques close.
Half-day: 5 to 6 hours total (travel, equipment, descent, return). Full day at Val d'Angouire: 8 to 9 hours. Please bring a picnic.
The Verdon GorgeJabroni, Saint-Auban, The Val d'Angouire are between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours 15 minutes from Cassis. GPS coordinates will be sent by SMS the day before.
Yes. The paragliding + canyoning combo (190 €) includes flight and descent. Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Sainte-Croix lake are worth a detour.
4 key points for your descent.
Jabroni, Saint-Auban, Val d'Angouire. Introduction from 8 years old, great sports days.
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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